Sprott Shaw College
Since 1903

Human Resources Assistant Open

 Published on Apr 27, 2026
 Burnaby
 Full Time,Permanent
 Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
 Annually $42,900.00 - $48,000.00
* This position is for B.C. residents only *
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Are you motivated by using your talents to support others? Come work for one of BC’s top regulated colleges!

Established in 1903, Sprott Shaw College is a regulated post-secondary institution with 16 government-designated campuses across British Columbia. We take great pride in educating and preparing our students for rewarding and relevant careers in Administration, Business, Trades & Design, Nursing & Healthcare, and Child, Family & Community Support.

Sprott Shaw College is one of the oldest colleges in British Columbia with over 120 years of storied history. As an organization, we cultivate professional growth and positive working environments for our employees, which fosters our values of Community, Diversity, Integrity, Quality, Respect, and Results-Oriented.  

Reporting to the Human Resources (HR) Manager (or designate), the HR Assistant will assist with full cycle recruitment and administrative support for the Human Resources department. 

Responsibilities

Recruitment Coordination 

  • Manage full-cycle recruitment process 

  • Screen candidates and coordinate with hiring managers 

  • Ensure a positive candidate experience 

  • Provide guidance to managers on recruitment systems and procedures 

 

HR Operations & Administration 

  • Review and prepare HR documentation, including but not limited to onboarding, crossboarding and offboarding documents 

  • Maintain HR systems and reporting data 

  • Oversee daily administration of the HR inbox, triaging and responding to requests as appropriate 

  • Identify and resolve process gaps 

 

Workplace Experience & Office Support 

  • Order and manage office supplies 

  • Support planning and execution of internal events and employee engagement activities 

  • Assist with general office coordination to ensure smooth day-to-day operations 

 

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing

  

Qualifications and education

  • Degree or diploma in a related program such as Human Resources  

  • Minimum two (2) years of related experience in an office or customer service setting 

  • Human Resources and/or Recruitment experience preferred. 

  • Working towards CPHR

 

Skills

  • Knowledge of Employment Standard Act and employment equity regulations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio) and/or database systems
  • Good knowledge of data analysis including: identifying appropriate data, compiling and, reporting of results, implications, and recommendations
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills

What We Offer

  • Reimbursement of practicing license or professional association membership fees
  • Education and training allowance
  • Tuition discount for spouse and children
  • Comprehensive extended health benefits
  • Disability and life insurance
  • RRSP matching
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Flexible schedule, work-life balance

Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Sprott Shaw College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants to apply and does not discriminate based on race, national/ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, and/or disability.

Please note that due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please do not contact the campus directly.

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