Human Resources Assistant Summer Job Role Kelowna

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC (SIBC) is a charitable association dedicated to building strong kids strong families and strong communities. Y programs provide experiences to over 30000 individuals annually in the areas of health fitness & recreation childcare day camping employment and community health. With a current annual operating budget of $30 million the association employs over 600 full and part time staff and has over 160 volunteers.

This role will have significant impact and provide support to the YMCA as a not-for-profit community-based organization.

If the following sounds like meaningful work this might be the job for you!

• Research best practices in volunteer recruitment engagement onboarding recognition and retention to support long-term volunteer involvement.
• Analyze volunteer feedback and participation data and prepare summaries and reports to inform People & Culture strategies and program improvements.
• Support the development of volunteer engagement recognition and appreciation initiatives that enhance meaningful participation and inclusivity.
• Review update and improve volunteer job descriptions to ensure clarity accessibility and inclusive language.
• Assist with the creation and revision of volunteer onboarding and orientation materials to ensure a welcoming and consistent experience.
• Collaborate with People & Culture staff and program teams to align volunteer engagement efforts with organizational policies and operational needs.
• Apply diversity equity and inclusion principles (JAIDE) across all volunteer-related processes materials and recommendations.
• Use Microsoft Office and digital HR tools to create documents track information and support data management and reporting activities.

Wed love to hear from people with:

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed postâsecondary education in Human Resources Social Sciences Business Administration or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Interest in human resources volunteer engagement community development or peopleâcentred work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare clear inclusive documents and summaries.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff volunteers and stakeholders in a teamâbased environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Eligibility that meets the Canada Summer Job Program requirements

Schedule Details:

• This is a 9-week term role part of the Canada Summer Job Program
• 30 hours per week

Required Competencies:

• Commitment to Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission vision and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
• Service Oriented: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individuals YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information best practices and resources with colleagues.

The YMCAs Commitment to Trust Safety and Equality:

As part of a trusted charitable organization you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (ex. employer supervisor colleague teacher coach etc.)
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities persons of colour and ethnicity Indigenous persons (First Nations Metis and Inuit) and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Please direct resume and cover letter to:
Melaney Kothlow
Director People & Culture

Application deadline: May 22 2026

Required Experience:

Junior IC