Coordinator, Human Resources
Job No:
151440
Location:
City of Whitehorse, Yukon
- A wonderful opportunity to grow your career in one of Canada’s most beautiful cities!
- Enjoy a highly competitive wage of $34.78 - $40.92 per hour!
- Join a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth!
About the City of Whitehorse
Established as the Yukon's capital city in 1953, the City of Whitehorse is home to some of the most spectacular scenery, talented artists, and innovative businesses in Canada.
Situated along the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, over 33,000 call Whitehorse home. The City enjoys a healthy economy thanks to a strong business community, which was recognized when Whitehorse was named the top city for entrepreneurs in 2018 by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. The City also enjoys a successful working relationship with the area's First Nations and the territorial government.
Environmental sustainability and responsibility have become a key priority for the City. Access to nature remains a top value for residents who can enjoy recreation activities year-round, a vibrant art scene and a multitude of cultures as people from all over the world have decided to settle north of 60. There is a reason why Whitehorse has seen steady growth in population - it’s because it truly is a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
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About the Opportunity
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Coordinator, Human Resources to join our team in Whitehorse, Yukon on a full-time basis. This role will operate on a hybrid model of work from home and from the office.
The successful candidate will provide key day-to-day front-line human resources administrative and technical support functions including employee relations, recruitment, relocation, orientation, retirement, compensation, benefits and group retirement plan.
More specifically, your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Provide front-line administrative and technical support regarding HR issues, including employee relations, recruitment, compensation, RRSP and benefits activities.
- Participate and support recruitment and selection activities, including overseeing recruitment documentation, scheduling interviews, liaising with candidates, assisting with short-listed suitable candidates, and coordinating new hires' first day orientation.
- Administer the disability programs (short-term, long-term and WCB) including facilitating return to work and accommodation. Support staff in completing and processing disability documents in a timely and accurate manner.
- Liaise with staff, supervisors, benefit carriers and the general public regarding HR issues.
- Prepare and maintain confidential employee records in electronic manual and bring forward systems (new hires, terminations, staffing, salary changes, etc.)
- Research and compile statistics and prepare reports including data for the use in collective bargaining, seniority lists, pay increase dates, etc.
- Research and coordinate relevant training programs, events and workshops including employee recognition and long service awards.
- Provide input into relevant bylaws, policies, and procedures.
- Follow established safety procedures and standards.
More About You
In order to qualify for this role, you will need a post-secondary diploma in human resources or business administration, or equivalent, along with 3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in a municipal/government setting. Alternative combinations of education, training, and experience will also be considered.
As our ideal candidate, you have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. You're a superior communicator who works well within a team environment or independently, with excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills. You are also able to exercise flexibility in balancing changing priorities and accommodating timelines while maintaining superior attention to detail and organization skills. You are tech-savvy, driven, and eager to make a difference through your initiative and creativity!
Above all, you have demonstrated confidentiality regarding sensitive information, while being highly detail-oriented, proactive, and diligent when putting your skills to the test and building relationships.
About the Benefits
As a valued member of our team, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive wage of $34.78 - $40.92 per hour, based on skills and experience, along with the following benefits:
- Hybrid work environment
- Extended health and dental coverage
- RRSP
- Paid vacation
- Wellness committee that hosts fun events such as snowshoeing
- Growth opportunities
- Discounts on gym memberships at the Canada Games Centre and for transit bus passes
- The opportunity to join a supportive team environment
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you - Apply Today!