Human Resources Assistant

**Human Resources Assistant**

**Location**: Provincial Head Office in Edmonton, AB

**Position Status**: Full Time (40 hrs per week), Permanent

**The Organization**

**The Opportunity**

**Key Responsibilities**

Specific duties include:

- Recruitment activities, including:

- Creating job postings, interview guides, and job descriptions.
- Posting job advertisements.
- Conducting pre-screens, interviews, and reference checks.
- Collaborate with managers throughout the hiring process and advise on policies, procedures, and best courses of action.
- Assist with onboarding, including preparing new hire packages, completing new hire documents & checklists, and conducting HR Orientations.
- Assist with offboarding.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and complete personnel records.
- Collaborate with Finance and Corporate Services departments to advise on employee changes, as necessary.
- Draft memoranda, correspondence, and other employment documentation.
- Assist with employee engagement activities.
- Maintain human resources information and related records systems in compliance with applicable legislation.
- Stay abreast on compliance requirements and industry best practices.
- Present a positive and professional image of the organization when interacting with employees, clients/customers, visitors, and other external stakeholders.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An in-depth understanding of the MNA and Métis culture is an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
- Exceptional organization and time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Flexible and adaptable to work in a diverse and fast paced environment.
- Political and cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Strong knowledge of applicable employment legislation, and the ability to read and interpret legislation.
- Strong sense of ethics and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions.

**Education and Experience**
- Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Business Administration with an HR major, or a related Bachelor with a Human Resources major is required. **New graduates or soon to be graduates are welcome to apply.**:

- Please note, applicants with no Human Resources education will not be considered.
- Minimum 2 years of customer service experience is an asset.
- Minimum 1 year of administration experience is an asset.

**Other Requirements**
- Position will be based at the Métis Nation of Alberta’s Provincial Head Office in Edmonton, Alberta.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends for events.
- Ability to travel throughout AB, on occasion.
- Reliable transportation and valid Class 5 driver’s license.

**What We Offer**
- The opportunity to work with a non-profit Indigenous organization and be part of an exciting journey towards self-government.
- An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, languages, and art.
- Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
- 3 weeks paid vacation.
- TheMétis Nation of Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please_.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Work Location: One location