Human Resources Specialist
Posted: July 14, 2026
Closing Date:
Position Type: Human Resources Specialist
Location: Calgary, AB
Job Number: #26-07-0758
SUMMIT, An Earth Services Company is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Corporate Services Division as a Human Resources Specialist based out of our Calgary, AB office. (Competition #26-07-0758). This position reports to the Human Resources Manager and is part of a team that provides support to multiple lines of business within Summit, An Earth Services Company. The successful candidate will be employed as a full-time temporary employee on a 20-month contract, with the possibility of extension.
Job Duties:
Provide support to the Human Resources Manager with full cycle recruitment, including but not limited to, creating job postings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, phone screening candidates, scheduling and conducting interviews, and completing reference checks
Work with Managers and Strategic Partnerships to identify strategic methods of recruiting talent
Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during selection process
Onboard new employees and support the delivery of a positive onboarding experience
Assist the HR Manager in preparing offer letters, employment contracts, and other documents
Respond to employee and department enquiries as they relate to Human Resources, including interpretation of company policies, procedures, and HR programs
Maintain and update various database and employee records
Provide backup support for Payroll and Benefits
Coordinate employee leaves, disability management, and benefit-related administration
Support performance management, employee relations, and policy administration
Assist with HR reporting, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
Assist the HR Manager on various administrative duties and special projects as needed
You will be supported by the entire Summit organization which consists of a dynamic team of Professional Engineers, Geologists, Biologists, Chemists and Agrologists, technical administrators, business development, human resource and health and safety professionals, and an in-house IT department.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary diploma from a recognized institution related to Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and relevant Human Resources experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience of progressive Human Resources experience, including full-cycle recruitment
Minimum 2 years of payroll experience or oversight
Experience with development and implementation of new policies, procedures, and safe work practices
Experience with document control and development is an asset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate keen attention to detail as well as strong time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to prioritize and multitask to consistently meet deadlines
Proven computer skills/proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.
Previous HRIS experience required, experience with HRIS implementation, system configuration, or process improvements is considered an asset
Exhibits a positive, courteous, respectful and helpful attitude to clientele, co-workers, and management
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Company Info:
Summit, An Earth Services Company has become the industry leader in the environmental services sector with operations in Canada, the United States, and Australia. Our company focuses on offering turnkey environmental management solutions to clients across various industries.
Summit’s vision is to build a great company with exceptional people to preserve and restore our natural environment.
If your passion and experience align with this vision, then Summit is for you! Visit our website, www.summitearth.com, for job postings.
We appreciate your interest in working with Summit. Due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit your applications and letters of interest in confidence directly to careers@summitearth.com.
This position will remain open until suitable candidates are found.