Job Description

In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities, ages and sexual orientations who bring value through their lived experiences.


We strive to provide an inclusive workplace and believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for all. If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please email employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca and we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

HR Associate (TFT)

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Department:

Human Resources

Closing Date:

Oct 20, 2025 4:30 PM

Competition Number:

25-123

Job Summary

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As a result of an ERP system implementation project, the City of Nanaimo is looking for a temporary HR Associate to provide assistance to our HR Office. The HR Associate maintains employee records in the HRIS system and supports the HR Department in various functional HR areas such as benefits and absence administration, recruitment and selection, training and development, and job evaluation. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in maintaining complex HRIS systems in a unionized environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

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Please see the job description PDF below.

Requirements

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Applicants must have a Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management from a recognized educational institution and a minimum of 3 years' related experience including specialization in HRIS systems. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. CPHR certification or eligibility is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

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This is a temporary full-time exempt position offering 35 hours of work per week, with the salary range of $85,427.33 to $90,880.14. It is anticipated that this vacancy will be up to 6 months in duration. The length of the assignment may be extended based on performance and project demands.

Comments

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Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing the specific competition 25-123 by the application deadline.


The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.