Junior Specialist Employee

Reference Number: JUNIO002167

Type: Internal & External Candidates– Full-Time (Indeterminate)

Hours of Work: 40 hrs. per week; Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Program & Location: Vancouver Gastown office

Deadline: By noon, Friday November 28th, 2025

About Atira
Atira is a group of interconnected organizations working together to support women, gender-diverse people, and communities impacted by violence, poverty, and inequity. Across housing, anti-violence, and community support programs, Atira's staff are united by a shared commitment to compassion, accountability, harm reduction, and social justice. Atira strives to be a responsive and innovative organization, grounded in the communities we serve and driven by the lived and living experiences of those we support.

The Opportunity
Are you passionate about people and ready to grow your career in employee and union relations? We are seeking a Junior Specialist to provide support to Atira's three business units — AWRS, ADS, and AWAS. This is a developmental role designed for someone with a growth mindset who is eager to learn and progress toward a Specialist role.

What You'll Do
Working under the guidance of the Senior Labor Relations Specialist (or designate), you will:

Assist preparing performance management documentation and support managers in understanding processes and expectations.

Assist with workplace investigations including coordinate interviews and prepare supporting materials.

Maintain accurate records, update tracking systems, and ensure documentation is complete and organized.

Support the creation and delivery of training materials and resources.

Collaborate with the broader People & Culture (P&C) team, Payroll and Operations, and provide responsive support to the organization on Labor Relation matters.

What You Bring
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Fact-finding and investigative skills, with a willingness to learn advanced techniques.

Ability to assess situations objectively, apply critical thinking, and make informed, logical decisions

Ability to apply a high level of confidentiality and exercise discretion

Clear and professional communication skills.

A growth mindset, openness to feedback, and enthusiasm for professional development.

Ability to build positive relationships and work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, including BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, First Nations, newcomers, and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–2 years of HR experience with exposure to employee and union relations (e.g., supporting investigations, attending grievance meetings as note-taker, preparing documentation, assisting with performance management), preferably in a unionized environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG/UltiPro), ticketing/tracking systems, and a demonstrated interest in professional development with a desire to progress within Employee and Union Relations toward a Specialist position.
• Covid-19 (including booster) & flu vaccinations are recommended
• All positions are subject to a criminal record check (paid by Atira), including a vulnerable sector check.

Application Process
To apply, please submit a cover letter along with your current resume, demonstrating how you meet or exceed the qualifications outlined above. Resumes with a Cover Letter unique to Atira will receive priority in the review process. While candidates lacking specific experience may still be considered based on exceptional cover letters and transferable skills, preference will be given to qualified First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit women, as well as Black women, women of colour, trans women, disabled women, and women from other equity-seeking groups. Fluency in languages other than English is an asset.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Atira Women's Resource Society is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Compensation
: $60,000 annually with final offer dependent on experience, plus a generous leave, benefits and pension package disqualification