Administrative Assistant, Human Resources

Every day REDI’s team of 250 employees develops and delivers meaningful programs, supports and advocacy for persons with disabilities. Founded in 1952, REDI Enterprises Society is the driving force behind the movement to build a community where everyone belongs. This is not just a marketing catchphrase. It is a fundamental belief, and heartfelt mission on the part of all of us who workday in and day out to move our community closer to that goal.
REDI’s mission is to enable individuals to attain respect, opportunity, and responsibility. We value reciprocal respect, trust, integrity, support, honesty, empowerment, compassion, and accountability.

REDI Enterprises Society has an exciting opportunity for a fulltime, permanentHuman Resources Assistant in Medicine Hat, Alberta. We are looking for a team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude. The Human Resources Assistant will provide transactional support to the HR department and all employees throughout the Agency. Responsible for benefit administration for the Agency and coordinates New-hire Orientation, Employee Recognition and Employee Wellness initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct employee benefit administration, including registration, termination updates and audits
• Coordinate Employee Orientation, including scheduling, working with various stakeholders, set-up and take-down, and facilitating topics
• Organize and implement employee recognition programs
• Organize and implement employee wellness initiatives
• Preparation of of formal communications to employees on HR-related matters
• Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries from employees, department managers, business partners and other parties and direct to appropriate personnel as needed
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive personnel records to maintain compliance
• Help to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable regulations by researching legislation and reporting areas of concern to the HR Manager
• Provide administrative supports to the HR department in various areas
• Email, photocopy and scan documents
• Draft general forms, letters, reports, and memos

Qualifications:

• Minimum one year of post-secondary education in a related field
• Six months - two years of relevant experience
• Ability to build trust, ensure people feel heard. Ability to act with integrity and deal with and respond to confidential and/or sensitive information in a professional manner
• A self-starter with demonstrated initiative and flexibility
• Excellent organization and time management skills and the ability to work well with team members in an environment with pressing deadlines
• Proficient computer and database skills
• Clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector or one that is acceptable to the Executive Director
• A positive attitude and belief that persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to define and act on their life choices and seek active participation in the community
• A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.

Expected start date: 2024-01-04

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $18.30-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person