HR Coordinator (12 Month Term)

WESTMAN COMMUNICATIONS GROUP is seeking applications from skilled HR professionals who are passionate about recruiting, supporting, and developing talent through our company’s policies and managing procedures. Westman is an industry-leading communications provider based in Brandon MB, offering residential and commercial High-Speed Internet, Digital TV, and Phone services in communities across Manitoba. Westman also owns and operates radio stations Q Country 91.5 FM and 94.7 STAR FM, which broadcast throughout southwestern Manitoba. Established in 1977, as a locally owned and operated cooperative, Westman is dedicated to delivering competitive and innovative services, providing an exceptional member experience, and supporting the communities they serve. Westman empowers their employees to be innovative, team-oriented, community-based, and customer-focused, championing a culture centered around strong values.

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources this position provides support and coordination in all human resource activities, including recruiting, selection, orientation, employee engagement, benefits administration, learning and development, HR projects, and confidential administration. This position fosters and advances positive employee relations to heighten employee satisfaction through education of HR policies and by fostering a positive work environment. This position directly contributes to the attainment of specific goals and results of the HR department and the organization.

What you’ll do:
• Support the recruitment process by sourcing and pre-screening candidates, utilizing various internal and external sources including websites, organizations, and partnerships, distribute resumes, coordinate interviews for various departments and positions, administer appropriate assessments, and perform employment and reference checks
• Assist in the new employee orientation process by ensuring all necessary forms and documents are completed, aid in their adjustment to their new job, to the organization, and to other employees
• Coordinate, administrate, and document learning and development activities
• Assist in the benefits administration process
• Act as a point of contact for staff, and provide guidance relating to HR policy interpretation, programs, services, and best practices
• Provide input and support towards the development and implementation of new Human Resources initiatives, programs, and processes
• Uphold a culture of respect, fairness, and diversity in the workplace and support the achievement of our diversity and inclusion goals
• Prepare required HR reports
• Attend job fairs, compile recruitment statistics and information, work on special HR projects, and perform various other duties as assigned