Human Resources Assistant - People Services, Western Zone

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Lunenburg is seeking a Human Resources Assistant responsible for administrative support in HR operations. This full-time position involves ensuring effective daily operations and providing coverage for the HR team. Ideal candidates have experience in administration and a relevant educational background. The role offers competitive compensation and supports a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administrative support position.
• Experience in Human Resources administration in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Competencies in other languages, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the program and provide confidential administrative support.
• Facilitate and coordinate operations supporting department goals.
• Provide administrative coverage in absence of HR assistants.

Skills

Admin support experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Knowledge of SAP

Education

Graduate of recognized office/business administration program

HR Diploma or certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Job Details

Req ID: 212922
Location: Western Zone, Fishermen's Memorial Hospital
Department: PS HRC WZ
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 1-Dec-25

About Nova Scotia Health

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, Western 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 Western Zone. This position will require the successful candidate to report to the Fisherman's Memorial 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
• 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 prioritize 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

• Long assignment, Full-time position; 75 hours bi‑weekly
• Approximately a 2‑year assignment
• Successful candidate will be required to work onsite

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.

This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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.