Human Resources Assistant
Job No:
MRS29
Location:
Maple Ridge
Human Resources Assistant
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources this part-time (0.5 FTE), position provides administrative and clerical support to the HR department, including recruitment, training, HRIS, compensation and benefits, labour relations, employee recognition, report preparation, and leave administration. The position also provides front-line and HR transactional support to employees, as well as triages and escalates issues as required.
Who We Are
Meadowridge School is an independent, non-denominational co-educational school offering an IB education for students ages 3 to 17 (JK to 12), in Maple Ridge, B.C. We are accredited by many agencies (provincial, national, and international) and we work rigorously to provide a world class education. More importantly, we seek to help children reach their potential in an environment of care where they are dignified and treated with kindness.
Our mission is to “learning to live well with others and for others in a just community”.
The Ideal Candidate
You have high school graduation supplemented by a Human Resources certificate or Diploma plus at least one year of experience in a human resources position. An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered. You strive to exceed expectations and are a team player. You are innovative, detail oriented and resourceful.
Technical Competencies
- Good knowledge of office administration procedures and working knowledge of Human Resources practices.
- Working knowledge of departmental operations, programs, services, policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge of human resource information systems (HRIS).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- Demonstrated accuracy in keyboarding, proofreading, spelling, punctuation, grammar with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service to all levels of stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels and relevant external contacts.
- Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to organize a heavy workload, identify and set priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to exercise flexibility, balance changing priorities, and effectively accommodate changing situations.
- Provides back up coverage for the Director of HR.
- Proficiency in typing and data entry.
We Offer
In return for your hard work and experience, you will be rewarded with a competitive annual salary based on your skills and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Two weeks paid vacation to start that grows the longer you are with Meadowridge School
- An excellent employee benefits package
- A generous registered retirement savings plan
- Support for training and development
- An Employee and Family Assistance program
- A healthy work/life balance
- Social events where employees are given the opportunity to have fun, relax and network with each other
- Access to a fully stocked fitness facility equipped with large high definition TV and sound system
- Generous leave provisions (sick time, special leaves)
- 13 paid statutory holidays
We are an exemplary employer – providing a fun, engaging and supportive place to work! Meadowridge School offers a comprehensive total compensation package and the opportunity to work with an exceptional community of professionals. Interested candidates should submit follow this link to apply
A criminal record check for working with vulnerable sectors is required.
NOTE:
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.