HR Advisor (Temporary)

Abbotsford School District; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district in Canada is seeking a proactive Human Resources Advisor to provide broad HR support, manage recruitment, and champion workplace safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in HR or Business Administration and at least 3 years of experience, preferably in a unionized setting. This temporary position offers a salary between $81,052 and $101,315, along with a comprehensive benefits package and contributions to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Municipal Pension Plan contributions

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and occupational health and safety standards.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment and selection process including sourcing and screening.
• Collaborate with the OHS team to implement health and safety programs.
• Guide leaders on HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Detail-oriented

Tech-savvy

Education

Diploma or degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

About Us

We acknowledge that the Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Máthxwi First Nation. With this, we respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers. Located in the heart of the Fraser Valley, the Abbotsford School District is a diverse and fast-growing community, serving 20,000 students across 46 school sites. We are committed to providing a best-in-class educational experience through our four pillars of our strategic plan: student success, engaging opportunities, optimized resources, and a progressive workforce. As the city’s largest employer, with over 3,000 dedicated employees, we foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace through our core values of communication, integrity, teamwork, respect, and trust.

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Human Resources Advisor to join our team. This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys variety and thrives in a collaborative environment. In addition to providing broad HR generalist support, you will play a key role in supporting our Recruitment & Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead External Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the recruitment and selection process— sourcing, screening, interviewing
• Design and deliver onboarding and orientation programs

Champion Workplace Safety

• Collaborate with the OHS team to implement health and safety programs
• Help monitor compliance, support incident investigations, and maintain accurate safety records
• Promote wellness and safety through training and awareness initiatives

Drive Engagement & Growth

• Contribute to HR communications and employee recognition programs
• Participate in projects that improve HR and OHS processes and systems
• Guide leaders on HR policies, procedures, and collective agreement s

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of HR experience (unionized environment preferred).
• Knowledge of HR best practices and occupational health and safety standards.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy (Microsoft Office, HRIS).
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.

We Offer

This is a temporary position with an end date of June 30, 2026. The salary range for this position is $ 81,052-101,315 per year with a comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension Plan contributions.