Human Resources Assistant - Western Zone

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Req ID: 159382
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Department: PS HRC WZ
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: Management/Non Union P osition
Posting Closing Date: 26-Jun-23
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About The Opportunity
Reporting to the Director, Western Zone, People Services, and under the day to day leadership of the Administrative Assistant, the HR Assistant is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the program and confidential administrative support to People Services managers, leads, consultants and occupational health nurses. Also, 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)
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Advanced computer training and demonstrated skills in Microsoft office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and the ability to acquire additional skills as necessary.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administrative support position. Experience in Human Resources administration in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills
• Graduate of a recognized office/business administration program.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use SAP is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, follow-through and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and accurately management multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive and highly confidential environment
• 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.
• HR Diploma or certificate an asset.
• Expertise with the development and maintenance of documents, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking, synthesize information, problem-solve and utilize good judgement in decision making. Ability to recognize sensitive issues and respond appropriately.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours

• Some travel may be required.
• Permanent Full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Incentives
$21.58 - $26.98 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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