nova scotia human resources Jobs – 108 Openings This Week

Total Compensation Specialist
StFX University —Antigonish, NS
- $55,906.50–$68,289.00 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Human Resources Coordinator (Contract)
EASTCUT Wood Building Solutions —New Glasgow, NS
- From $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- Human resources
- In-person
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Human Resources Administrator
Canadian Armed Forces —Shearwater, NS
- $4,337–$6,413 a month
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- English
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Barbers & Master Barbers – $25.00 / hr + $2,000 one time bonus
Proper Barber Club —Halifax, NS
- $25–$30 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Sanitation
- Hair styling
- Paid time off
- Vision care
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2d
Director of Human Resources
AML Oceanographic Ltd. —Dartmouth, NS
- $109,000–$147,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Management
- Master's degree
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Payroll & Benefits Clerk
Mi'Kmaw Family and Children's Services of Nova Scotia —Shubenacadie, NS
- $48,929.40–$70,675.80 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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People & Culture
Maverick Communications Inc. —Windsor, NS
- $50,000–$60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- English
- Bachelor's
- Wellness program
- Dental care
Quick apply
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Education and Staff Development Coordinator
Gem Health Care Group —Halifax, NS
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Bilingual Recruitment & HR Coordinator
Medavie —Nova Scotia
- $46,292–$52,078 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
2d
Human Resources and Payroll Officer
CUA —Halifax, NS
- Full-time
- Project management
- Human resources
- SharePoint
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
1d
HR Generalist, Lunenburg
High Liner Foods —Lunenburg, NS
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
- Communication skills
14d
Kitchen Helper - 6am-2:30pm - $17.99 hr
Gate Gourmet - Gategroup —Goffs, NS
- Up to $17.99 an hour
- Overtime
- Cooking
- Food service
- In-person
- Dental care
Quick apply
Administrateur·trice des ressources humaines
Forces armées canadiennes —Shearwater, NS
- $4,337–$6,413 a month
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- No experience needed
- English
HR Officer (21-Month Contract)
Venor —Bedford, NS
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Quick apply
012 EN - EDC Student / New Grad Positions - Human Resources Stream (Fall 2026)
Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada —Halifax, NS
- $42,900–$56,550 a year
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
Quick apply
7d
Consultant(e) en support des avantages sociaux & solutions talents / Benefits and Talent Consultant
ADP —Dartmouth, NS
- $57,900–$92,500 a year
- Bilingual
- English
- Analysis skills
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
012 FR - Postes pour étudiants et nouveaux diplômés - Ressources humaines
Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada —Halifax, NS
- $42,900–$56,550 a year
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
Quick apply
7d
Human Resources Manager
The Bertossi Group —Halifax, NS
- $90,000–$110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bachelor's
- Human resources
- Store discount
- Dental care
Quick apply
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Senior Human Resources Manager
Lecours Group Hospitality Recruitment —Halifax, NS
- $85,000–$95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bachelor's
- Human resources
- Dental care
Quick apply
Employee Relations General Coordinator
GardaWorld Security Screening Inc. —Halifax, NS
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- No university degree
- Human resources
Quick apply
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Total Compensation Specialist

StFX University
Antigonish, NS

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$55,906.50–$68,289.00 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Customer service
Post-secondary education
Microsoft Office
Bachelor's
Payroll
HRIS
Kronos

Full job description

Position Title: Total Compensation Specialist
Department: People and Culture
Position Type: Full-Time Continuing
Classification: MPE Band D
Salary Range: $55,906.50 to $68,289.00 based on 37.5 hours per week (2025 rates)
Posting Date: May 26, 2026
Closing Date: June 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM AST

Overview

The Total Compensation Specialist is an integral part of the People and Culture team responsible for the day-to-day administration of the University's payroll and benefits programs within their assigned portfolio. The Specialist is responsible for employee set up/data entry to the University’s Human Resources Information System as well as preparing the University’s payroll. The Specialist ensures adherence to governing legislation and regulations, best practices, University policies, collective agreements, and strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll/benefits ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Responds to inquiries in a timely and accurate manner and builds strong positive relationships with internal and external clients.
Training and support of employees using various self-serve technology.
Manage data and reporting within the HR Information System (UKG Pro).
Ensures new hires, leave requests, and terminations are approved and reflected accurately in corresponding documentation.
Meet year-end deadlines for production of T4’s and other tax forms, balance statutory deductions to CRA and investigate/correct any discrepancies.
Prepare monthly remittances, reports and premiums for university benefit programs to insurers and balance accounts on a monthly and year end basis.
Calculate annual salary increases and retroactive payments as required.
Produces Records of Employment in accordance with Service Canada regulations.

Qualifications

Relevant post-secondary education (diploma or university degree) with previous experience in payroll and benefits.
Strong understanding of payroll processes and experience in a multi union environment.
Ability to combine speed and accuracy to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Ability to work independently and prioritize workload. Strong understanding and commitment to confidentiality.
Strong customer service skills, ability to anticipate needs and demonstrates a high level of responsiveness to client needs.
Comfortable with technology including MS Office and, preferably, prior experience using UKG Pro and Workforce Management (formerly Kronos).
Payroll, benefits, or HR designation considered assets.

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,906.50-$68,289.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care

Work Location: In person

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