HR Assistant

Position Summary

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

JOB ID: 6500

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY, B.C

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT:

$52,325 - $61,559 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the VP, Human Resources, the HR Assistant delivers confidential administrative support across all HR functions, acting as a central resource for employee and manager inquiries and ensuring the accurate and timely handling of records, onboarding documents, and event coordination. By maintaining secure electronic files, processing financial transactions, and supporting branch projects and programs, this role helps improve client experience and the operational efficiency of the HR Branch.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduation and additional courses in office administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Sound administration and coordination experience, preferably in an HR department for a unionized, public sector organization.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.
• Sound working knowledge of the policies, practices and processes associated with office administration.
• Some knowledge and understanding of human resource information systems.
• Some knowledge of the Commission’s operations and activities.
• Proficiency in the use of the English language including grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel at an intermediate to advanced level.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail Ability to organize work, balance multiple priorities and demands, work under pressure with frequent interruptions and meet pre-determined deadlines.
• Ability to adapt effectively to new technologies.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in dealing with matters of a confidential nature.
• Ability to type a minimum of 50 wpm.

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

(When there is a pop up asking if you wish to view only secure items, press no)

As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed in order for your application to be considered. Please allot up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one single document.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact [email protected] to arrange a call.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.