Job Description

Reporting to the Human Resources Advisor, the Human Resources Summer Student will support the People and Equity department, which is comprised of Human Resources, Health and Safety, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Organizational Development, and Labour Relations, with various tasks and responsibilities.

This contract will be from January 5- May 1, 2026. Core hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday (35 hours per week). Work is hybrid-onsite and remote at 55 Zina St., Orangeville & 151 Centre St., Shelburne, with County-issued IT equipment.

What we can offer YOU!

A competitive hourly wage of $22.70

Eligible to enroll in OMERS pension plan

Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program

Access to Perkopolis; discount, reward and benefits program

Unlimited access to live and interactive webinars offered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)

Work in a collaborative, dynamic, and high performing team

Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities.

What you'll do

Support full cycle recruitment activities

Attend Multisite Joint Health and Safety meetings and assist with site inspections

Update employee training records

Assist with records retention

Attend departmental meetings & training as required

Support employee engagement initiatives and events

Assist with special projects as assigned

Other duties as assigned

What you'll bring

Enrollment in a Human Resources Co-Op program at an accredited college or university

Experience in data entry and records management

Previous office administrative and customer service experience required

A valid Ontario "G" driver's license as travel throughout the County may be required

Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively; both oral and written

Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Self-motivated with the ability to function independently and as part of a team

Availability to work 35 hours per week with a typical work week being Monday through Friday

The County of Dufferin strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. To effectively do so, all positions at the County of Dufferin require a commitment to upholding the County's equity mandate through on-going and mandatory training and examining our day-to-day operations and impacts through an equity lens. Therefore, throughout the selection process, candidates will have demonstrated their ability to be anti-racist, equitable, inclusive, and respectful.

Ready to apply?

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter before the closing date and time to: hr@dufferincounty.ca

As an organization, we recognize the value of diverse perspectives and lived experiences, and the importance of creating an environment that embraces and supports these. We are committed to creating and fostering a workplace where all employees feel a sense of dignity and belonging. As such, we seek to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees with a variety of identities and backgrounds, to better reflect the growing diversity of our region.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples.

Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.

Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

Persons who identify as women; and

Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our workplace.

Your past does not define your future. A criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from employment with us. We evaluate each application individually.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Those chosen for next steps in the selection process will be advised by October 17, 2025. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other reason. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $22.70 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee assistance program On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orangeville, ON L9W 1E5