Equinox Gold is a growth-focused Canadian mining company operation in the Americas, with projects in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Nicaragua. We have five operating gold mines and a clear path to achieve more than one million ounces of annual gold production from a pipeline of development and expansion projects. Equinox Gold’s team of proven and experienced mining professionals identify promising assets and develop them into world-class mines that operate to the highest environmental, social and safety standards. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of this high-functioning team and are committed to the Company’s success, just as we are dedicated to developing our people. We invite you to join our team as Equinox Gold works to achieve its vision of becoming the premier Americas gold producer.

Job Summary:

Under direction of the Human Resources Manager this position will provide administrative support to the human resources department on all personnel matters including special assignments.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs customer service functions by acting as front desk, answering and transferring phone calls accordingly. 
• Assist in recruiting efforts by coordinating candidate visits, itineraries, travel reimbursements, and hotel reservations.
• Assist in the onboarding process coordinating timely submission of new hire paperwork, pre-employment testing, background checks, and entering information into HRIS system.
• Assist in benefits administration by answering general questions regarding company-sponsored benefit plans and refer to Benefits Specialist when necessary.
• Assist in the coordination and processing of annual performance reviews.
• Assist in the coordination of training programs.
• Coordinates employee reimbursement programs. Boot program, Rx Safety eyewear, gym membership reimbursement.
• Creates and maintains employee files. Files papers and documents into appropriate employee files. Conducts periodic audits to employee files and recommends corrective actions.
• Maintains HRIS systems. Enters employee disciplinary notices.
• Assist HR manager with various research projects and/or special projects.
• Processes mail.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in business or related field, preferred
• Three years in an office environment, Human Resources experience preferred
• Strong computer skills in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, and PowerPoint) required. 
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both written and orally to all levels within and outside the Company.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate events / projects
• Basic knowledge of state and federal employment laws, special event coordination