Administrative Assistant

Tetra Tech; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our Human Resources team in Edmonton. You will support various HR tasks including document creation, employee file management, and general administrative duties. The position offers a hybrid work environment and emphasizes adaptability in a dynamic workspace.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Overtime paid at 1.5 times

Tools to work almost anywhere

Flexibility and commitment to work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience.
• 1 year experience in Human Resources preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and established procedures adherence.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain employee profiles in HRIS system.
• Ensure accurate data entry into various software programs.
• Provide general administrative support to HR programs as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Written communication

Oral communication

Prioritization

Teamwork

Tools

MS Office

Taleo

Oracle-based systems

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding an Administrative Assistant to our Human Resources team based in Edmonton, AB .

While we do offer a hybrid work from home component, initial training will be done in-office. You will be responsible for a variety of activities to support the team which include but are not limited to; general HR administration, document creation, maintaining employee files and assisting the team with various administrative duties. To succeed in this role, you will need to be self-managed, thrive in an environment that is ever-changing and enjoy a variety of tasks with competing priorities.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Create and maintain employee profiles in our HRIS system.
• Ensure accurate data entry into the HRIS system and various other software programs.
• Prepare and distribute employment offer letters for employees.
• Create employment verification letters when requested.
• Update employee files on a timely basis.
• Provide general administrative support to HR programs and services as required.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience.
• 1 year of experience in Human Resources is preferred, but not necessary.
• Experience with Taleo and Oracle based systems would be an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail, and adherence to established procedures.
• Ability to problem solve and handle stress in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with MS Office suite.
• Strong prioritization skills.
• An excellent collaborative work style, and a ‘team-player’ mindset.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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