This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position has a term length of 6 months, with possibility to extend up to and including 12 months.
Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
Thriving organizations are built on people. The Human Resources, Health Safety and Environment (HRHSE) portfolio is composed of exceptional people creating a people-focused culture to support the institution's vision. At the U of A, safety is central to how we work, study, and conduct research. Our Health Safety and Environment team plays a key role in promoting and maintaining safety as a core value. Building a robust and sustainable safety culture where everyone owns their safety performance and that of others, HSE leverages its expertise to enhance the health, safety and environmental well-being of the university community. Join our practical, results-driven, energized, and engaged team and see firsthand how we live our values, drive change and lead with purpose!
“Hire great people and give them freedom to be awesome.” — Andrew Mason
Thriving organizations are built on people. The Human Resources, Health Safety and Environment (HRHSE) portfolio is composed of exceptional people creating a people-focused culture to support the institution's vision.
We are committed to questioning the status quo, driving excellence, and leading with purpose. We lead with purpose in creating a workplace culture that supports the institution in strengthening its core teaching, research, community engagement, and student enrichment experience.
HRHSE is a values-based portfolio; we incorporate our values of trust, accountability, relationship building and safety in everything we do. Our employees are committed to living our values and are grounded in the conviction that leadership should be demonstrated, encouraged and supported at all levels of the institution.
In HRHSE, we are made up of six teams that are responsible for providing the highest quality services to our campus community; Total Rewards, Talent Management, Organizational Development, Health, Safety and Environment, Employee and Labour Relations and HR Service Partnerships.
Join our practical, results-driven, energized, and engaged team and see firsthand how we live our values, drive change and lead with purpose
- Support institutional Culture of Care and health, safety and environment initiatives.
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Conduct respirator fit testing (quantitative & qualitative).
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Support biosafety cabinet testing and laboratory closeouts.
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Communicate with HSE and U of A faculty, staff and students as directed.
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Assist with documentation and maintenance of files and databases including, but not limited to chemical inventory, laboratory registration, amendments and others as required.
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Currently enrolled in, or having completed, a bachelor's degree in science or technology.
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Ability to work both at the direction of senior team members and independently with minimal supervision.
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Adaptable, agile, and technologically savvy; experience with Google applications and ability to learn.
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Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
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Ability to demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and diplomacy.
Application Instructions
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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
