Human Resources Assistant
TEMPORARY Full-Time
Location: High River, Alberta (On-site position)
Foothills County has an excellent opportunity for a junior to intermediate-level human resources professional to fill a six-month temporary role supporting the human resources department's day-to-day operations. The role is ideal for a driven and organized individual who pays close attention to detail and wants to progress in the field of human resources.
As our Human Resources Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the HR team with a wide range of responsibilities, including HR general administration, full-cycle recruitment, employee onboarding, records management and compliance, and HR initiative support.
If you are committed to public service, thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborate effectively with others, act with honesty and professionalism, and are eager to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply.
Qualifications, Education and Experience:
- A postsecondary degree or diploma and a minimum of two years of progressive human resources experience are required. A diploma from a college or university program in Human Resources, along with appropriate job experience, will be considered.
- Experience, knowledge, and proficiency in full-cycle recruitment are preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required.
- Knowledge and awareness of regulations pertaining to municipal government and human resources is regarded as a benefit, such as Employment Standards, Human Rights, FOIP, and OHS.
Skills Required:
- A positive attitude and excellent attention to detail.
- Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills and ability to stay organized.
- Must display and maintain high levels of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Exemplary interpersonal and influencing skills; an ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively, across multiple mediums (in-person, over the phone, and virtually).
- Demonstrate a high level of accountability, reliability, adaptability, and innovation in accomplishing day to day work and long-term goals.
- Highly adaptive and able to manage a large volume of competing priorities.
A seasonal benefit package is available for this contract position.
