Human Resources Assistant

As an employee of Treaty 8 Urban Child & Family Services, the Human Resource Assistant will provide support and professional assistance to our human resource department. The Human Resource Assistant will report to the Human Resource Manager to ensure the efficient and effective administration of the human resource department. In this position, you will create new employee files, manage employee records, organize, and update files, prepare reports, and perform other administrative tasks as needed.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support all internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests.
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates, performing reference checks, and preparing employment contracts.
• Assist with employee questions or concerns related to HR policies
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits.
• Organize, compile, update company personnel records and documentation.
• Supports human resources by scheduling appointments and interviews.
• Assist in staff orientation and prepare orientation packages.
• Assist and prepare information for staff evaluations.
• Assist with recruitment of potential applicants.
• Update online job posting requirements when needed.
• Maintains employee information by updating employment and status-change data.
• Coordinate HR projects such as meetings or surveys
• Help organize and manage new employee orientation, on-boarding, and training programs.
• Assist in explaining and providing information on employee benefits, programs, and education.
• Perform other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• General knowledge of employment laws and best practices
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Effective HR administration and people management skills
• Full understanding of Human Resource functions and best practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Perform other duties as required.
• Computer proficiency in using MS Office Suite, Google applications and software systems.
• Understanding of payroll practices
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Detailed Knowledge of the Treaty 8 community, the language, beliefs, protocols, values, traditions, and culture
• Ability to accurately follow instructions.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Post-secondary office administration diploma/certificate
• 2+years in human resources preferred with 5 years of administrative experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector and Child Intervention (Welfare Check – current within three months
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Office, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
• Knowledge & understanding of Treaty 8 First Nations community, culture and language will be an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Preferential hiring of qualified candidates will be considered to persons of Aboriginal ancestry, particularly those with a connection with Treaty 8 territory.

COMPENSATION – BASED ON SALARY GRID

Closing Date: Until suitable candidate is found.

Interested applicants can submit a letter of intent and qualifications to:

WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience working with Indigenous organizations or communities?

Education:

• DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:

• human resources or administrative assistant: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person