ATS Traffic has an exciting opportunity for an HR Co-op/Intern to join our business! Working closely with the HR Team, this role is an excellent introduction to the HR field whereby you will gain valuable, real-word experience.

Location: Edmonton, AB

Status: One 8-month coop/intern term (May – Dec 2024) This is a full-time paid position operating Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. This position is fully on-site role at the ATS Traffic Edmonton Headquarters.

Virtual interviews will be complete by March 22, 2024.

Reports To: Nareen Mackenzie, Human Resources Director

About ATS Traffic

ATS Traffic is a family-owned business that has been getting people home safely since 1966. We provide traffic control, on-street services and signage products and services across Canada, currently operating out of offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Langley, Kamloops and Winnipeg.

As the successful candidate you will demonstrate the ATS Traffic Core Values at work every day:

• Do What's Right
• Our People Matter
• Trust Through Teamwork
• Striving for Excellence

About the Position

ATS Traffic has an exciting opportunity for an HR Co-op/Intern to join our business! Working closely with the HR Team, this role is an excellent introduction to the HR field whereby you will gain valuable, real-word experience.

Operating within the construction and manufacturing industry, ATS Traffic requires a strong seasonal workforce during our peak season to deliver products and services to our customers. The successful HR Intern will work closely together with the HR team responsible for supporting the day-to-day activities of the Human Resources department.

Responsibilities

• To be successful in this role, you must be able to work as part of a small team, whilst independently and proactively completing tasks. Excellent organization, communication and IT skills, accuracy, and attention to detail are essential requirements. The nature of this role requires a confident, tactful and confidential approach.
• Supporting recruitment processes working with leaders to post open positions, handling of the application and shortlisting process, liaising with and pre-screening candidates and scheduling of interviews, preparing offers and contracts of employment, referencing, and collecting required documentation at offer stage.
• Maintaining an accurate and efficient HR database with employee information and necessary documentation, including administering new hires, changes and terminations on the system.
• Dealing with day-to-day HR queries and advising in line with the current policies and procedures.
• Producing informative reports using the HR platform.
• Coordinating and assisting with periodic processes, such as auditing accuracy of information in HRIS system.
• Support training initiatives, with the creation of training packs, agendas, event facilities etc.
• Other ad hoc duties as required by the HR department, including participation in project work, bid information, government surveys etc.

Qualifications

• Applicants is currently enrolled in or recently completed a post secondary education program with a specialization in Human Resources, Industrial/Employee Relations, Law or a related field.
• Preference will be given to 3rd and 4th year students who have completed courses related to HR, recruitment, employee relations, and health and safety.
• A creative, fresh perspective and positive “can do” attitude to attract top talent to the organization!
• What do we mean by fresh perspective, you may ask? We will teach you everything we know, and we offer a place where you can share and implement new ideas with us! We are champions of continuous improvement and are always looking to advance our best practices.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple vacancies with candidates at various stages in the recruitment process.
• Intermediate skill level in MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to learn new software, specifically ATS Traffic's HRIS program UKG.

Why Choose ATS Traffic?

We have always been a family-owned business. When you join ATS, you aren't just a number: people remember your name and treat you like one of the family! You'll be working with a team you can trust, and you'll be excited to come in on Monday morning.

Do you have a good attitude? Are you unafraid to speak up and tell us what you think? Do you work for a higher purpose? Do you do whatever it takes to get the job done? If this sounds like you, we think you'd be a great fit at ATS Traffic – apply today!