Your Opportunity: As one of Alberta’s Top Employers, Covenant Health offers a dynamic, rewarding workplace where our people can flourish. HR Business Support & Systems Solutions (HRBSSS) provides operational, and systems support for Human Resources, acting as the liaison between internal HR teams and the Health Shared Services provider. The team is responsible for ensuring HR systems, processes, employee transactions, reporting, and documentation are administered accurately and efficiently.

HRBSSS provides expertise and support for HR systems, employee and manager services, reporting, process improvement, and documentation management. The team oversees the implementation and maintenance of HR technologies, including PeopleSoft, Recruitment Management Systems (RMS), ServiceNow, and e-Records, while ensuring the integrity of employee data and HR processes. The team supports employees and managers by processing HR transactions, responding to inquiries, administering employee requests, and resolving complex issues.

HRBSSS also develops and maintains HR documentation, forms, training materials, and reporting processes to support consistent service delivery and effective use of HR systems. Make your impact by supporting those who deliver quality, compassionate care to people across the province.

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Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level Human Resources professional to gain experience in a fast-paced HR environment.

Description: Reporting to the Manager, HR Business Support & Systems Solutions (HRBSSS), the Program Assistant provides administrative and transactional support to employees, managers, and HR teams across a variety of HR processes and services. The role is responsible for preparing employment-related documentation,



including offer letters and amendments; assessing and processing employee recognition and service-related requests; and responding to inquiries related to experience, portability, transfers, in-scope compensation adjustments, and other HR matters.

The Program

Assistant also supports managers and HR Shared Services with operational activities such as start-date changes, e-People and Recruitment Management System (RMS) support, processing inquiries, and routine reporting. Working within established procedures and service standards, the position helps ensure accurate, timely, and consistent delivery of HR services.

NOTE: This position is based in Edmonton and requires regular in-office presence. Eligibility for a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office) may be considered upon successful completion of probation! We are hiring for two positions. This position is non-unionized.

Classification: Program Assistant

Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE

Unit and Program: HR Business Support & System Solutions

Primary Location: One Twelve Campus

Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta

Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Perks

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 07-AUG-2026

Date Available: 17-AUG-2026

Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2027

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 2

Shifts per cycle: 10

Shift Pattern: Days

Days Off: Saturday/Sunday

Minimum Hourly Salary: $25.96

Maximum Hourly Salary: $38.94





Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications: Experience providing administrative, customer service or human resources support within a professional environment. Equivalencies in education and experience may be considered. Recent graduates and individuals seeking to build a career in Human Resources are encouraged to apply.

Additional Required Qualifications: Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Visio, as well as SharePoint. Communicates effectively through strong verbal and written communication skills and builds positive working relationships through a collaborative and service-oriented approach. Organizes work effectively, manages competing priorities and maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Applies sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information and demonstrates professionalism in interactions with leaders, employees and stakeholders. Utilizes technology and systems effectively to support administrative, data management and reporting activities, while maintaining a commitment to quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a recognized Human Resources Management Certificate or related post-secondary credential.

Experience in administering collective agreements, organizational policies, and relevant legislation in an HR setting. Familiar with HR systems, such as PeopleSoft, applicant tracking, or recruitment management systems. Demonstrated ability to manage information accurately, maintain confidentiality and provide high-quality customer service while supporting multiple priorities.

📌 Program Assistant (Edmonton)
🏢 Covenant Health Canada
📍 Edmonton