Human Resources Assistant (Staffing)

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

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Applying for Government of Canada jobs: What to expect
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Try out the self-assessment tests for written expression and reading comprehension before you take the official tests.
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/second-language-testing-public-service/self-assessment-tests.html

Duties

As part of a dynamic human resources team, you will be responsible for supporting human resources advisors with all administrative tasks related to staffing and recruitment, such as creation and maintenance of electronic files, scheduling interviews and tests, posting job advertisements (such as this one), preparing letters of offer, data entry in the human resources system (Peoplesoft), etc.

Work environment

The Canadian Human Rights Commission is part of the Core Public Administration of the Government of Canada.

Our vision: An inclusive society where everyone is valued and respected. Our mission: To promote and protect human rights in Canada. We represent the public interest to advance human rights, and ensure federal employers are compliant with the Employment Equity Act (EEA). Our mandate has expanded following the passing of the Pay Equity Act, the Accessible Canada Act, and the National Housing Strategy Act.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff 1 indeterminate position.

A pool of partially or fully qualified candidates resulting from this process may be established and used to fill similar positions with various tenures, and/or security requirements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "in which we want to learn more about you. In 1000 words or less, please describe how you have acquired a minimum of 2 years of experience in a client service environment where there was a requirement to provide direct service to clients and tell us why we should onboard you to our human resources team. Your cover letter will be used to assess your ability to communicate effectively in writing."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives.

The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a client service environment where there was a requirement to provide direct service to clients

(The experience may have been gained through employment, internship, or volunteering in Canada or abroad)

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Human Resources, education, or another field related to human resources

Degree equivalency

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Competencies / Personal Suitability:
-Collaboration and team work
-Focus on Quality and Details
-Ability to adapt to a constantly evolving environment

Abilities:
-Ability to work under pressure
-Ability to communicate effectively orally
-Ability to communicate effectively in writing

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Organizationnal Needs:
In order to continue to gain from a Public Service of Canada that is representative of Canada's diversity, and in order to better achieve its mission, the Canadian Human Rights Commission actively seeks to be a leader in the public service in terms of representation of Employment Equity designated groups.

In support of maintaining a diverse workforce, preference may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.