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People and Culture Specialist
Who – The Company
The Company is a values-driven, not-for-profit organization that delivers essential programs and services to Metis citizens across the province. With a workforce of 300+ employees plus a governing Board, they continue to grow rapidly and is expanding its People & Culture (HR) team to support its evolving needs. The organization offers a collaborative, community-focused environment rooted in cultural respect, inclusion, and meaningful public service.
What – The Role
Our client is seeking a People & Culture Coordinator to join its expanding HR team. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, HR, the Generalist will work closely with colleagues across recruitment, compensation, payroll, and HR operations. This role will be the primary support for employee relations matters across a workforce of 300+ employees.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing day-to-day employee relations support to leaders, including coaching, policy guidance, and best-practice HR advice.
- Leading workplace investigations and partnering with external employment lawyers when required.
- Managing performance improvement plans and supporting terminations in a compliant and consistent manner.
- Ensuring strong knowledge of BC and federal employment legislation, including tracking changes and updating internal HR practices.
- Overseeing leave management (parental, medical, unpaid leaves), including coordination with DMI and WorkSafeBC.
- Participating in organizational committees such as the Employee Social Committee, Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee, and HR Policy Committee.
- Supporting HR projects, process improvements, and data tracking initiatives.
- Utilizing their HRIS (UKG) and supporting technology-based HR processes.
This is a highly impactful role suited to a self-driven HR professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys building strong relationships across all levels of an organization.
Who – The Candidate
The ideal candidate brings:
- 1+ years of progressive HR experience, including strong exposure to employee relations.
- Experience in government, not-for-profit, Indigenous, or public-sector environments supporting workforces of 200–500 employees.
- Post-secondary HR education such as a diploma, degree, certificate, or CPHR designation (or working toward it).
- Strong working knowledge of employment legislation (BC + federal).
- Experience with HRIS platforms (UKG preferred) and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
- Ability to interpret HR data and communicate insights clearly.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a friendly, professional, and compassionate approach.
- Experience participating in workplace committees is considered an asset.
Where – Location & Working Model
Hybrid role based near Gateway station in Surrey, BC.
Initial onboarding will require 2-3 days/week onsite, with long-term flexibility to work the remaining days from home.
How Much
This role will offer a pay rate in the range of $23-24.50 per hour.
When & How to Apply
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