Human Resources Assistant - People Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support daily HR operations and provide administrative assistance. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in office/business administration and have at least 3 years of experience in an administrative role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of SAP are advantageous. This temporary position offers a pay rate of $22.79 - $28.48 hourly, with potential benefits and a working schedule of 75 hours biweekly.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Travel insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Life insurance coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in administrative support.
• Experience in Human Resources administration in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and provide administrative support to People Services team.
• Facilitate and coordinate administrative operations in support of department objectives.
• Provide coverage in the absence of other HR assistants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Data entry skills

Knowledge of SAP

Bilingual (French preferred)

Education

Graduate of recognized office/business administration program

HR Diploma or certificate

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 215844

Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital

Department: PS EZ People Services

Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1

Management/Non Union Position

Posting Closing Date: 14-Feb-26

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work‑life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of People Services, Eastern Zone, the Human Resources Assistant (HR Assistant) is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the program and confidential administrative support to People Services team. The HR Assistant provides additional support to individuals, committees and working groups as assigned, facilitates and coordinates the administrative operations in support of the goals and objectives of the department(s). The HR Assistant provides administrative coverage in the absence of other HR assistants within the program. There is an opportunity for anyone interested in developing their HR professional skills to apply and learn more about this dynamic and innovative team in the EZ. This position will require the successful candidate to report to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in an office setting.

The HR Assistant ensures that the principles and practices that guide NSHA such as the vision, mission, values, expected behaviours, the ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the work that they do.

About You

• Graduate of a recognized office/business administration program; HR Diploma or certificate an asset
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administrative support position required
• Experience in Human Resources administration in a unionized environment is an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use SAP is an asset
• Advanced computer training and demonstrated skills in Microsoft office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and the ability to acquire additional skills as necessary
• Expertise with the development and maintenance of documents, spreadsheets and databases
• Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (listening, written, verbal), with the ability to communicate professionally with all levels of staff and the public demonstrating a high degree of tact, judgement and confidentiality
• Excellent organizational, follow‑through and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and accurately manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, time‑sensitive and highly confidential environment
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and ability to work independently
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Temporary Long Assignment; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 6 months, with the potential of extension

Compensation And Benefits

$22.79 - $28.48 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.