Human Resources Associate (O)

Job Description:

Under general supervision, the HR Associate maintains and processes information relating to benefits, employment contracts, hire letters, compensation training, employee and labour relations, performance evaluations, and job classifications. The Associate provides administrative support in processing information for College employees, responds to enquiries, and provides information to leaders, division chairs, employees, students, and the general public. The Associate provides general information on HR processes, procedures, policies, benefit entitlements, collective agreements, and guidelines under the guidance of the Team Lead and HR Partners.

Qualifications Required:

Education & Experience:

1. Completion of Human Resources Diploma and a minimum of two years’ experience working in a Human Resources position, preferably in a unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
2. Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation covering Human Resource practices such as the Employment Standards Act, Freedom of Information/Protection of Privacy and Human Rights.
3. Knowledge of and experience with current Human Resource Management practices.
4. Knowledge of and experience with benefits and compensation data and business processes.
5. Knowledge and experience with computer applications and databases with the ability to identify and resolve difficulties with information input and retrieval.
6. Experience working with integrated corporate HRIS such as Workday or similar cloud-based ERP preferred.

1. Must have organizational and time management skills in meeting deadlines, working under pressure with high volume, working with data, systems, and working with frequent interruptions.
2. Intermediate to Advanced working level with MS Office (including MS Access).
3. Confidentiality in working with employee information and files.
4. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
5. Strong problem-solving skills, quick learner, and ability to work within a team environment.
6. Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to provide a wide range of information and advice to internal and external clients. Proven professionalism and discretion at all times.
7. Strong computer skills, including MS office applications with strong skills in MS Excel. Knowledge of Workday an asset.