Job Description
HR Coordinator
Mission: Empowering Teen Parents to Succeed
Vision: Teen Parent Families Thrive and Enrich our Community
Job ID: 25-013TERRA
As a non-profit organization that has been serving pregnant and parenting teens in Edmonton for 54 years Terra is recognized for its leadership, innovation and collaboration. Annually more than 1,000 young parents and their children benefit from a comprehensive range of services. Through the compassionate work of the staff, we help parents and children to develop and reach their full potential by recognizing and responding to their unique and individual needs. Terra staff are guided by the Code of Honour which supports, respects, and celebrates our families and staff (https://terracentre.ca/what-is-terra/careers/). If you share our values and support our mission and vision, please consider joining our team.
Job Overview:
The Human Resources Coordinator provides efficient and effective support and is the first point of contact for a variety of HR functions. This role oversees administrative human resources-related tasks, which could range from recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding to maintaining employee personnel files.
Job Conditions:
The position will be primarily working out of the Terra main office located at 10320-146 ST NW. One day a week the position will be working out of Braemar School located at 9359-67A ST NW. This is a full-time position; (35 hours/week) 9:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday, however hours of work will vary based on the needs of the position and agency.
Key Responsibilities:
Be a leader and ambassador of Terra Centre for Teen Parents by practicing in a manner that is consistent with Terra’s mission, vision, values, policies, strategic goals, and practice model
Participate in annual performance review process
Provide recruitment support to hiring managers
Coordinate and provide initial orientation and onboarding with new staff
Provide employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions and wages
Coordinate the offboarding process when employees go on leave or exit the agency
Manage digital employee files
Track employee training and certificates, making sure mandatory training has been taken as per policy and/or accreditation timelines
Collaborate with Managers to assist in the identification of employee development/training needs and related resources
Provide email, phone call, or drop in guidance, support, and resources to staff team (as needed)
Keep current with existing and proposed laws and regulations affecting HR practices, including Employment Standards, AB Human Rights, Occupational Health and Safety, etc.
Oversee HR administrative functions at key location(s) and ensure there is coordination and consistency across HR administrative functions in the agency
Contribute to ensuring that the agency is up to date with policies, and that they are practiced consistently across the agency
Acting member of the Work Site Health & Safety Committee
Ensure any legal documentation (ex. Critical Incident Reports and Occupational Health and Safety documentation) is processed properly and promptly according to policy
Contribute to the development of a healthy and safe environment which promotes Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Interact with families in a respectful and non-judgmental manner
Complete annual performance review reflecting on previous year’s activities and setting goals for upcoming year
Adhere to agency established timelines and processes, submission of timesheets, expense reports, mileage, data entry etc.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 year's experience in the Human Resources
Experience working in charity/non-profit sector considered an asset
Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or a related field
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office and expertise with advanced functions in Word and Excel
Knowledge and Abilities:
Effectively and respectfully works with others who have diverse traditions, beliefs, interpersonal styles, attitudes, and behaviors
Ability to work flexible hours, if required
Excellent communication skills, oral and written
Mandatory Conditions of Employment:
Police Information Check and Child and Youth Intervention Check, completed within the last 90 days prior to start date. Processing times may take several weeks to complete these checks. Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Manual dexterity required to operate various appliances and equipment. Ability to lift between 25- 50 lbs
Current Standard First Aid with Level C CPR, renewed every 3 years
Reliable vehicle, with $1 million vehicle liability insurance, when driving for business purposes
Valid Driver’s License, clear (or Director approved) Driver’s Abstract, current vehicle registration when driving for business purposes
Core Behavioral Competencies
Terra values are core to the organization. We strive to hire individuals who possess these behavioural competencies at all levels of the organization.
Personal Leadership: Practices inclusion, communicates openly and effectively, demonstrates self-awareness.
Productive Relationships: Develops networks, collaborates, develops self and others.
Results Focus: Applies outcomes-based problem-solving and systems thinking, demonstrates evidence-informed decision making.
Service Excellence: Practices innovation, facilitates a culture of learning, demonstrates continuous improvement.
Program Planning; design, plan, coordinate, and facilitation of groups.
Finance; manage allocated financial resources for program delivery.
Communication skills; excellent both written and oral; evidenced in grant writing and reporting to funders.
Community Relations; well-developed engagement skills, strong networking.
Intention Statement
Terra recognizes that it operates within a society and systems shaped by white supremacy and colonization and institutionalized discrimination and the exclusion, exploitation, and marginalization of Indigenous, Black, and people of color.
Terra strives to understand and be accountable for how white supremacy continues to impact its work at an organizational and systemic level and to address harm; implicit and ******** biases.
Our intention is:
To build a foundation of awareness, knowledge, and skills to be an anti-racist organization. To respond to systemic racism that creates barriers and inequality in the workplace and in society. To be an organization that embeds the principles of equity and anti-oppression to everything it undertakes.
Our goal is to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through an antiracism lens through policies processes and practices.
Compensation: The starting salary for the position is $60,000 – $75,000.
Upon completion of a probationary period, we offer a comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package including RRSP contribution. Staff have three weeks of vacation, and, in addition, the agency is closed between Christmas and New Years.
Terra Centre also offers free onsite or street parking depending on office location. We are also a casual business attire organization.
As a learning organization, Terra supports ongoing professional development among employees through formal training, informal mentoring, and personalized growth plans. Terra is continuing to grow our programming and there are anticipated opportunities for further professional growth within the agency.
To Apply:
Please include your résumé and cover letter.
Closing Date: Until suitable candidate found.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for a pre-screen interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Mileage reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Mission: Empowering Teen Parents to Succeed
Vision: Teen Parent Families Thrive and Enrich our Community
Job ID: 25-013TERRA
As a non-profit organization that has been serving pregnant and parenting teens in Edmonton for 54 years Terra is recognized for its leadership, innovation and collaboration. Annually more than 1,000 young parents and their children benefit from a comprehensive range of services. Through the compassionate work of the staff, we help parents and children to develop and reach their full potential by recognizing and responding to their unique and individual needs. Terra staff are guided by the Code of Honour which supports, respects, and celebrates our families and staff (https://terracentre.ca/what-is-terra/careers/). If you share our values and support our mission and vision, please consider joining our team.
Job Overview:
The Human Resources Coordinator provides efficient and effective support and is the first point of contact for a variety of HR functions. This role oversees administrative human resources-related tasks, which could range from recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding to maintaining employee personnel files.
Job Conditions:
The position will be primarily working out of the Terra main office located at 10320-146 ST NW. One day a week the position will be working out of Braemar School located at 9359-67A ST NW. This is a full-time position; (35 hours/week) 9:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday, however hours of work will vary based on the needs of the position and agency.
Key Responsibilities:
Be a leader and ambassador of Terra Centre for Teen Parents by practicing in a manner that is consistent with Terra’s mission, vision, values, policies, strategic goals, and practice model
Participate in annual performance review process
Provide recruitment support to hiring managers
Coordinate and provide initial orientation and onboarding with new staff
Provide employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions and wages
Coordinate the offboarding process when employees go on leave or exit the agency
Manage digital employee files
Track employee training and certificates, making sure mandatory training has been taken as per policy and/or accreditation timelines
Collaborate with Managers to assist in the identification of employee development/training needs and related resources
Provide email, phone call, or drop in guidance, support, and resources to staff team (as needed)
Keep current with existing and proposed laws and regulations affecting HR practices, including Employment Standards, AB Human Rights, Occupational Health and Safety, etc.
Oversee HR administrative functions at key location(s) and ensure there is coordination and consistency across HR administrative functions in the agency
Contribute to ensuring that the agency is up to date with policies, and that they are practiced consistently across the agency
Acting member of the Work Site Health & Safety Committee
Ensure any legal documentation (ex. Critical Incident Reports and Occupational Health and Safety documentation) is processed properly and promptly according to policy
Contribute to the development of a healthy and safe environment which promotes Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Interact with families in a respectful and non-judgmental manner
Complete annual performance review reflecting on previous year’s activities and setting goals for upcoming year
Adhere to agency established timelines and processes, submission of timesheets, expense reports, mileage, data entry etc.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 year's experience in the Human Resources
Experience working in charity/non-profit sector considered an asset
Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or a related field
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office and expertise with advanced functions in Word and Excel
Knowledge and Abilities:
Effectively and respectfully works with others who have diverse traditions, beliefs, interpersonal styles, attitudes, and behaviors
Ability to work flexible hours, if required
Excellent communication skills, oral and written
Mandatory Conditions of Employment:
Police Information Check and Child and Youth Intervention Check, completed within the last 90 days prior to start date. Processing times may take several weeks to complete these checks. Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Manual dexterity required to operate various appliances and equipment. Ability to lift between 25- 50 lbs
Current Standard First Aid with Level C CPR, renewed every 3 years
Reliable vehicle, with $1 million vehicle liability insurance, when driving for business purposes
Valid Driver’s License, clear (or Director approved) Driver’s Abstract, current vehicle registration when driving for business purposes
Core Behavioral Competencies
Terra values are core to the organization. We strive to hire individuals who possess these behavioural competencies at all levels of the organization.
Personal Leadership: Practices inclusion, communicates openly and effectively, demonstrates self-awareness.
Productive Relationships: Develops networks, collaborates, develops self and others.
Results Focus: Applies outcomes-based problem-solving and systems thinking, demonstrates evidence-informed decision making.
Service Excellence: Practices innovation, facilitates a culture of learning, demonstrates continuous improvement.
Program Planning; design, plan, coordinate, and facilitation of groups.
Finance; manage allocated financial resources for program delivery.
Communication skills; excellent both written and oral; evidenced in grant writing and reporting to funders.
Community Relations; well-developed engagement skills, strong networking.
Intention Statement
Terra recognizes that it operates within a society and systems shaped by white supremacy and colonization and institutionalized discrimination and the exclusion, exploitation, and marginalization of Indigenous, Black, and people of color.
Terra strives to understand and be accountable for how white supremacy continues to impact its work at an organizational and systemic level and to address harm; implicit and ******** biases.
Our intention is:
To build a foundation of awareness, knowledge, and skills to be an anti-racist organization. To respond to systemic racism that creates barriers and inequality in the workplace and in society. To be an organization that embeds the principles of equity and anti-oppression to everything it undertakes.
Our goal is to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through an antiracism lens through policies processes and practices.
Compensation: The starting salary for the position is $60,000 – $75,000.
Upon completion of a probationary period, we offer a comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package including RRSP contribution. Staff have three weeks of vacation, and, in addition, the agency is closed between Christmas and New Years.
Terra Centre also offers free onsite or street parking depending on office location. We are also a casual business attire organization.
As a learning organization, Terra supports ongoing professional development among employees through formal training, informal mentoring, and personalized growth plans. Terra is continuing to grow our programming and there are anticipated opportunities for further professional growth within the agency.
To Apply:
Please include your résumé and cover letter.
Closing Date: Until suitable candidate found.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for a pre-screen interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Mileage reimbursement
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HR Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
