Mandate Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) is a world-leading organization supporting ocean discovery and technological innovation. ONC is a not-for-profit society that operates and manages innovative cabled observatories on behalf of the University of Victoria that supply continuous power and Internet connectivity to various scientific instruments located in coastal, deep-ocean, and Arctic environments.

ONC’s cable arrays host thousands of sensors distributed in, on and above the seabed along with mobile and land-based assets strategically located, instruments that address key scientific and policy issues (subsea earthquakes and tsunamis, ocean acidification, marine biodiversity, etc. within a wide range of environments).

The Corporate Operations team comprises Corporate Administration, Human Resources, and Information Technology, and conducts activities in collaboration with ONC leaders to establish tactical priorities that include the development of practical, specific, and realistic objectives that align with ONC’s Strategic Plan.

Reporting to the Corporate Services Manager (CSM), the Corporate Services Coordinator supports the CSM in the delivery of Human Resources related activities in the organization. As a key member of the Corporate Operations team, the Corporate Services Coordinator coordinates ONC’s human resources administration, and supports and delivers corporate services and administrative functions. This position also supervises corporate services administrative staff.

Objectives

- Coordinate HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, leave management, and WorkSafeBC claims, ensuring effective and compliant administration.
- Provide HR support to managers and staff, including guidance on policy application,



performance management process, and employee development.
- Provide corporate services, including administrative systems, records management, and procedures and processes to ensure effective and compliant operations.
- Support planning and decision-making through analysis, metrics, and coordination of corporate initiatives and policies.
- In consultation with the CSM, manage office space and facilities, coordinating projects, resources, and contractors to meet operational needs.

The successful candidate for this position will have a post-secondary degree in business, human resources or a related field and a minimum of three (3) years’ progressive management experience working in a unionized environment with a strong focus on the delivery of human resource services, and corporate services management. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. A CPHR designation is an asset. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- Demonstrated ability to successfully implement change management and people management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and creativity in problem solving to resolve complex issues and achieving operational requirements.
- Previous experience building strong working relationships and utilizing superior communication skills to effectively manage a large employee group.
- Demonstrated superior verbal and written communication skills with experience in conflict resolution methods.
- Demonstrated ability in coaching and mentoring for continuous performance improvement.

Additional Requirements

- This position may require obtaining Canadian Government security clearance

Asset

- Valid driver’s license and/or have reliable access to transportation.

📌 Corporate Services Coordinator (Victoria)
🏢 University of Victoria
📍 Victoria