Human Resources Assistant

2 days ago


Halifax, Canada Halifax Port Authority Full time

The Port of Halifax is about making connections between people, commerce and opportunity. We take a leadership role in developing business for the Port of Halifax in collaboration with our partners and we responsibly manage Port of Halifax assets.

The Port of Halifax is Canada’s Ultra Atlantic Gateway, connecting to more than 150 countries. The direct economic output of Port of Halifax operations and Nova Scotia exporters is $2.45 billion, generating 13,600 jobs. Offering a natural, deep harbor and big ship infrastructure, Halifax can accommodate large volumes of containerized cargo, breakbulk cargo and project cargo of any size. Collaborating and working with strong partners and stakeholders, the Port community in Halifax continues to deliver excellence.

At this time, the Halifax Port Authority (“HPA”) requires a

**Human Resources Assistant (2 Year Term)**

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Human Resources Assistant performs administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient day-to-day operations of the human resource department. Working closely with the Chief Human Resources Officer, this position deals with confidential employee information, assists with coordinating various recruitment activities and assists with coordinating internal training, staff functions and engagement initiatives. This position also assists with the maintenance of the Human Resources Information system (HRIS), creates and maintains various HR documents (job descriptions, orientation manuals, org charts, etc.), and may be involved in special projects as required.

A working knowledge of computer software program including SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Microsoft Outlook is required. An awareness of HRIS - Human Resources Information Systems would be considered an asset. Knowledge of relevant human resources policies, regulations, principles, procedures and legislative provisions governing recruitment, employment equity, compensation and human resource planning is an asset.

HPA takes the health and safety of its job applicants and employees seriously.  All recruitment activities and interviews will be done following all social distancing and COVID-19 restrictions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

**Salary**: $15.53-$25.92 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location



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