HR Administrative Assistant

As the largestpostsecondary institution in northern Alberta Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge skills creativity and tospark and empower success NWPsmission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offersa wide variety of engaging and indemand academic programs in certificates diplomas apprenticeships and exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home the distinctive communities and industries we serve and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every our potential as one of Albertas newest polytechnics is evergrowingwe recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side.

We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity driven by results and aligned to NWPs core values of being responsive innovative and your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation attractive benefits packages reliable networks high quality of life and unparalleled learning community you are looking to transform the postsecondary landscape with polytechnic education research and partnerships Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

Our Human Resources Department is seeking a Fulltime Termcertain Administrative Assistant. This position is for a 12month term from May 1 2025 April 30 2026 working 35 hours weekly from 8:30 to 4:30 Monday through Friday.

The positionreportsto theManager of Human Resources and is the first point of contact for the HR office addressing general questions via email and telephonically. The primary function of this role is to provide administrative and clerical support to the Human Resources Department. This position deals with administrative office tasks including walkin traffic phone calls and addressing questions scheduling meetingsHRISdatabase updates records maintenance report administration recruitment administration administrative support/assistance and support onvarious projects.

This position will require an understanding of discretion and professionalism while maintaining confidentiality.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of a Diploma in Office Administration with a minimum of 1.5 years of experience in a similar role. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

The necessary skills and attributes to being successful in this role include:

• Proficiency in Adobe Visio Zoom Microsoft Office Teams HRIS (Unit4 Workday)
• strong organizational and multitasking skills;

• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• ability to build strong relationships across the organization;
• hr generalist experience;
• public sector experience in a unionized environment; and
• high level of integrity confidentialityprofessionalism and accountability.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically through the Northwestern Polytechnic website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries dont hesitate to get in touch with HR at

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