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Classification & Regular Hours
Hours per Week: 35
Salary Grade: Level N
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the “Western Experience” – an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
The vision for the Medical Imaging Department is to be internationally recognized for excellence and innovations in Imaging, Intervention and Education that result in improved patient care and outcomes.
Responsibilities
The Human Resources Assistant will assist with the implementation of human resources functions, and provide administrative support pertaining to human resources practices, policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations within the Department. The role will act as a first point of contact, and provide information, in compliance with Western policies, procedures, collective agreements and government legislation. The Human Resources Assistant will also compile and maintain confidential information in accordance with departmental and Human Resources policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education:
- 3-year Community College Diploma with a Major in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field
Experience:
- 3 years’ experience supporting human resources functions
- Experience providing administrative support, preferably in an academic or health care environment
- Experience in a unionized environment preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Familiarity with Human Resources principles and practices
- Familiarity with the Employment Standards Act, and other relevant legislation
- Verbal and written communication skills to translate information into easily understood terms, summarize information, and provide a rationale for action
- Ability to work in a manner that models best practices in confidentiality standards
- Ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions or recommendations
- Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a professional and timely manner
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments
- Discretion, tact and maturity to deal with highly confidential subjects or issues
- Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
- Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively communicate University guidelines, policies and practices to key stakeholders
- Ability to prioritize and organize a fluctuating work load
- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
Union Statement
Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university’s policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA applicants.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.