Human Resources Coordinator

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to manage HR operations within the Department of Orthopaedics. This role involves overseeing recruitment, appointments, compliance with policies, and supporting HR projects. The position is a maternity leave replacement with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• CPHR designation or progress towards it preferred.
• Experience in academic settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle HR tasks, ensuring adherence to employment agreements.
• Manage appointments, reappointments, promotions, and terminations.
• Coordinate staff recruitment, including advertising, interviewing, and onboarding.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Independence

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Proactive planning

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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This position is a maternity leave replacement, anticipated to start on August 5, 2025, and end on January 31, 2027.

Job Profile: AAPS Salaried - Human Resources, Level A

Job Category: M&P - AAPS

Department: Administrative Management | Department of Orthopaedics | Faculty of Medicine

Compensation Range: $5,365.42 - $7,709.92 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date: June 22, 2025

Job Summary: The HR Coordinator manages day-to-day HR operations within the Department of Orthopaedics, including recruitment, appointments, reappointments, terminations, leaves, and promotions for staff, students, and select faculty groups. Responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with policies, providing guidance on salary administration, assisting with job descriptions, and supporting special HR projects.

Organizational Context: The department is renowned for excellence in teaching, research, and patient care, comprising over 200 faculty members across various divisions. The HR Coordinator reports to the Administrative Manager and collaborates with multiple university offices to support departmental functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle HR tasks, ensuring adherence to employment agreements and departmental norms.
• Provide HR guidance and interpret policies for managers, faculty, and staff.
• Manage appointments, reappointments, promotions, and terminations for faculty and staff.
• Draft and review job descriptions in consultation with UBC Compensation.
• Coordinate staff recruitment, including advertising, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Assist managers with performance management, salary decisions, and employee relations issues.
• Develop onboarding/offboarding procedures and maintain employee records securely.
• Stay informed about relevant legislation and university policies.
• Support special HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Minimum Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with 2-3 years of related experience or equivalent combination.

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field; CPHR designation or progress towards it; experience in academic settings; proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Skills & Abilities: Effective communication, attention to detail, independence, problem-solving, prioritization, and proactive planning.