Position:
- Title: Human Resources Assistant
- Positions Available: One (1) Permanent Position
- Start Date: November 2024
- Location: Kawawachikamach, Department of Public Works
- Employment: 40 hours per week
- Salary: Based on Salary Scale
About Us
The Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach is committed to governing, managing, and providing services to its members while preserving our unique culture and language. Through our Council and employees, we work to promote community development in alignment with these values.
The Human Resources Assistant (HRA) plays a key role in supporting our HR department, fostering employee engagement, and ensuring smooth operations within the Department of Public Works.
We are seeking a team player with a positive attitude—someone who thrives on helping others and ensures the needs of employees and administration are met.
Job Overview
The HR Assistant will provide essential administrative support, assist with recruitment and onboarding, maintain HR policies, and contribute to various HR initiatives and projects. This role requires confidentiality and accuracy in managing employee data.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist and provide support to the HR Officer.
- Maintain up-to-date employee files and records.
- Build, maintain, and update databases.
- Assist with document preparation, writing, editing, and reviewing.
- Update job descriptions and job postings as needed.
- Support new employee onboarding processes.
- Assist with the logistics of administrative files.
- Update and develop HR policies and procedures.
- Help create HR communication materials.
- Address employee inquiries and provide direction to the correct authority.
- Act as the first point of contact for IT issues and dispatch when needed.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the HR Officer and HR Manager.
Qualifications
Education and Certification:
- Required: High School Diploma
- Preferred: CEGEP or Vocational Diploma
Experience:
- Administrative experience (filing, drafting memos, etc.).
- Experience in customer service or client support.
- Office environment experience is an asset.
- Experience in the HR field will be considered an asset.
Languages:
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Knowledge of Naskapi is an asset.
- Basic knowledge of spoken French is required.
- Proficiency in written and spoken French will be considered an asset.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong communication skills, especially in written expression.
- Professional demeanor with the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Self-starter with quick learning abilities.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 and general computer skills.
- Willingness to participate in training programs.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. Applications missing either document will not be considered.
- Application Deadline: November 1, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
- Submission: Send applications to the Secretary of the Nation Office.
- Interviews will be conducted by a committee, and the selected candidate will be contacted by the HR Manager.