Human Resources Assistant - People Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Camp Aldershot, NS

1d•CA$55,493 - CA$67,979•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of People Services, Western Zone, the Human Resources Assistant (HR Assistant) is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the program and confidential administrative support to People Services team. The HR Assistant provides additional support to individuals, committees and working groups as assigned. Facilitates and coordinates the administrative operations in support of the goals and objectives of the department(s). The HR Assistant provides administrative coverage in the absence of other HR assistants within the program. There is an opportunity for anyone interested in developing their HR professional skills to apply and learn more about this dynamic and innovative team in the Western Zone. This position will require the successful candidate to report to the Chipman Facility in the Western Zone, in an office setting. The HR Assistant ensures that the principles and practices that guide NSHA such as the vision, mission, values, expected behaviours, the ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the work that they do.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized office/business administration program
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administrative support position
Advanced computer training and demonstrated skills in Microsoft office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and the ability to acquire additional skills as necessary
Expertise with the development and maintenance of documents, spreadsheets and databases
Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (listening, written, verbal), with the ability to communicate professionally with all levels of staff and the public demonstrating a high degree of tact, judgement and confidentiality
Excellent organizational, follow-through and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and accurately manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive and highly confidential environment
Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

HR Diploma or certificate
Experience in Human Resources administration in a unionized environment is an asset
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use SAP is an asset
Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Responsibilities

Supporting the daily operations of the program
Providing confidential administrative support to the People Services team
Providing additional support to individuals, committees and working groups as assigned
Facilitating and coordinating administrative operations in support of departmental goals and objectives
Providing administrative coverage in the absence of other HR assistants within the program