Job Description
CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
THE ROLE
As a Human Resources Assistant, you will assist and provide clerical and administrative support for the provision of human resources functions at your location and act as the first point of contact for business and employee inquiries. You will assist with recruitment functions including posting job opportunities, scheduling interviews, completing reference checks and security screening, and providing information to hiring managers. You will administer the employee orientation program and ensure that all new hire documents are completed accurately.
The Human Resources Assistant will develop and maintain effective means of organizing and accessing information, suggest the development of tools, programs and training to address recurrent issues and participate in the implementation of new programs, policies and procedure.
This is a hands-on role, working as a team to best support the business with its human resources needs. If you are passionate about all aspects of human resources, understand the value of people, and are detailed oriented and organized, this is the opportunity for you.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses
High school diploma
Experience
In office administration
In applying policies, procedures, and regulations
In payroll administration
In recruitment and selection
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset
Reading: Functional
Writing: Functional
Oral: Functional
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits
OTHER INFORMATION
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
The anticipated term of this position is May 2026 to March 2026.
START DATE
May 1+, 2026
INCLUSION AND ACCOMODATION
CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Job Reference: CFMWS14107
