HR Coordinator

Location: Remote
Language: Strong English communication required, both written and spoken; French is an asset
Duration: 1-month contract with possibility of extension
Background Check Requirement: Criminal Background Check required
Schedule: Availability to work 5 days per week, Monday through Sunday, based on operational scheduling needs
Hours: Comfortable working standard daytime shifts such as 8 AM–4 PM or 9 AM–5 PM, with no overnight requirements

About the Opportunity
Join a mission-driven non-profit organization supporting communities across Canada during times of need. This role plays a critical part in ensuring emergency response teams are onboarded, supported, and ready to make an impact when it matters most. You will be part of a collaborative HR team that values responsiveness, empathy, and precision in high-pressure environments.

In this fast-paced, people-first environment, your work directly supports frontline responders and the communities they serve. You will connect with colleagues across functions, helping to coordinate efforts that enable timely and effective emergency response operations.

What’s In It for You
• A meaningful opportunity to contribute to community-focused, purpose-driven work
• A collaborative and supportive team environment that values adaptability and initiative
• Exposure to large-scale emergency operations and HR coordination
• A flexible remote setup with a culture that encourages balance and teamwork

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll support onboarding and HR coordination for emergency response personnel across multiple teams
• You’ll lead and facilitate virtual orientations and meetings to ensure smooth integration of new team members
• You’ll maintain accurate employee data across multiple systems, ensuring consistency and integrity
• You’ll coordinate schedules, track workforce changes, and support training logistics
• You’ll respond to HR-related inquiries and provide timely, empathetic support to internal stakeholders
• You’ll contribute to process improvements and support ongoing HR operations in a dynamic environment

Skills and Qualifications
• 1–2 years of HR experience or a combination of HR education and customer service experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage shifting priorities
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Teams, Outlook, and Excel, and comfort navigating multiple systems
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on empathy and collaboration
• Access to a reliable computer, high-speed internet, and webcam; dual monitors are an asset

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.