HR Admin Assistant (Temporary)

Please note, this is a 2 year temporary full time contract opportunity.
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
The Faculty of Education's mission is to prepare knowledgeable, critical, creative and courageous educators; through our teaching, research and service, we create equitable and just opportunities and outcomes for all individuals and communities.
The Human Resources Assistant (Staff and Faculty) will be responsible for supporting a range of human resources activities within the Faculty of Education. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Administration, the role will provide administrative support for all faculty and staff, both full-time and contract, as well as for various Centres, throughout the Faculty of Education. The Human Resources Assistant will support the Administrative Officer and Faculty Affairs Coordinator in all aspects of human resources functions in compliance with Western policies, procedures, collective agreements and government legislation. The role will act as a resource and provide support, information and guidance related to human resources practices in compliance with Western policies, procedures, collective agreements and government legislation. The Human Resources Assistant will assist in the identification, analysis and resolution of issues using a range of criteria and guidelines.
Education:
~3 year Community College Diploma with a major in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field

More than 4 years and up to and including 6 years administrative experience supporting human resources functions; Familiarity with Human Resources principles and practices
Knowledge of Western collective agreements and policies impacting staff preferred
Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively communicate University guidelines, policies and practices to key stakeholders
Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a professional and timely manner
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
however, it is the university's policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA applicants.
Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone View phone number on ca.snapjobsearch.com.