Inquiring Little MindsVerified Job Source

Human Resources

Nanaimo, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 20, 2026
1 position

$27–$32 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 30 hours per week

Job summary

The role involves leading the HR Generalist team and overseeing core HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, and performance management. You will also partner with leadership to ensure policy compliance and drive employee engagement initiatives.

Job details

About the Role Inquiring Little Minds is looking for an experienced Human Resources to lead our HR Generalist team and help drive the people strategy behind our organization. In this role, you'll oversee core HR processes — onboarding, offboarding, and performance management — while ensuring we stay compliant with employment laws and regulations. You'll be a key connector across the organization, working closely with senior leadership and staff to keep HR operations running smoothly and in step with our organizational goals. What You'll Do Lead and mentor the HR Generalist team through regular one-on-ones, guidance, and support Oversee onboarding and offboarding, ensuring tasks like orientation, documentation, and benefits setup happen on time Champion consistent HR policy application across all departments, and keep senior leadership updated on implementation progress Manage performance management processes, including evaluations and performance improvement plans (PIPs) Partner with Payroll and Benefits teams to ensure accurate, timely processing of new hires, terminations, and compensation changes Support compliance and audit efforts, identifying legal risks and helping implement mitigation strategies Drive employee engagement initiatives, including recognition programs, engagement surveys, and team-building activities Collaborate with Center Managers on onboarding feedback, performance reviews, and rollout of HR policies What You'll Bring 1–2 years of experience in HR, plus 1–2 years of management experience preferred Child care experience will not assist in this position. Coursework or education in a related field (12+ credits preferred) Strong working knowledge of common software tools (Google Suite, HRIS systems, ChatGPT, ReMarkable, or similar) A collaborative, organized, and proactive approach to your work A commitment to professionalism, integrity, and clear communication Ability to pass required background checks (resume, references, criminal record check) $27 to 32 an hour 30 hours a week

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have 1-2 years of HR experience and 1-2 years of management experience, with relevant coursework preferred. Proficiency in HR software tools and the ability to pass background checks are required.