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Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end. Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability. As one of Southwestern Ontarios Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, youll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable futureall while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with usyour journey starts here. What Youll Do Reporting to the ERP Project Manager, the ERP Project HR System Lead is responsible for leading the implementation of the replacement of the Countys Human Resources Information System (HRIS) with a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. As part of a boarder implementation team, the Lead HR Systems provides functional expertise throughout all phases of the project, including design, planning, configuration, implementation, testing, go-live, and post-implementation stabilization. Acting as the subject matter expert for Human Resources, Benefits, Time & Attendance, and related modules, the incumbent ensures that business requirements, legislative compliance obligations, collective agreement provisions, and operational processes are accurately translated into system design and functionality. This role provides critical input into the overall system architecture and configuration to ensure the ERP solution meets current operational needs while remaining adaptable to the Countys evolving requirements. With a strong focus on process improvement and user experience, the ERP Project HR System Lead champions streamlined workflows, improved controls, and enhanced self-service capabilities. The incumbent is empowered to make functional decisions within the HR systems domain, leveraging subject matter expertise to guide best-practice solutions and support successful organizational change. Contract Duration: 13 months What Were Looking For Education & Experience Three-year post-secondary diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field Three years of experience in a Human Resources or HR systems role, preferably in a municipal and unionized environment Experience with ERP or HRIS implementations (e.g., planning, configuration, testing, data migration, go live and post-implementation) Skills & Abilities Demonstrated strong knowledge of design, development, and implementation of systems Experience in data management including report design, producing, and analyzing data and presenting data Experience in compensation, payroll, and benefit management Strong understanding of employment legislation, payroll compliance, and statutory remittances Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally Ability to identify issues and recommend creative and strategic solutions Ability to interpret goals, objectives, and policies Experience working with third-party service providers Experience working in a municipal unionized environment High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment Strong knowledge of applicable employment legislation Project management skills, including planning, risk management, and stakeholder coordination. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel Assets PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification CHRP or CHRL designation Previous ERP implementation experience is strongly preferred What We Offer Competitive Salary: $86,887- $102,229 per annum Percentage in lieu of benefits Vacation pay OMERS pension with equal employer match Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Apply by: March 18, 2026 Join Us! Your Career, Our Community: Lets build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together! If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This temporary vacancy has been created to provide additional staffing for an ongoing organizational project. #J-18808-Ljbffr