Human Resources Business Partner

Tahltan-Nation-Development-Lp; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC) seeks an HR Business Partner to align people strategies with operational priorities while honouring Tahltan culture. This role reports to the HR Manager and supports leaders and employees across TNDC’s Indigenous-owned operations.

Based in the Golden Triangle region, you will blend Western HR practices with Tahltan values to foster trust, inclusion, and accountability, contributing to organizational growth and community prosperity.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, generalist/HRBP preferred.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and program implementation.
• Ability to build relationships with leaders and employees at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees on HR policies and practices.
• Partner with leaders to align people strategies with business priorities and growth.
• Support recruitment and workforce planning including postings, interviews, and references.
• Assist in onboarding and documentation to ensure positive new-hire experience.
• Contribute to HR program implementation and policy improvements.
• Coach managers on performance, engagement, and team leadership.

Skills

HR guidance

Coaching

Employee relations

Recruitment

Workforce planning

Policy implementation

Communication

Confidentiality

HRIS

Education

HR/Business degree

ACPHR asset

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Location

Hybrid– Calgary/Vancouver

Status

FullTime

Closing Date

Open until filled.

Salary

$95,000- $110,000 annually (Bonus Eligible)

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Business Partnerplays a key role in supporting leaders and employees across Tahltan NationDevelopment Corporation (TNDC) by aligning people strategies with operationalpriorities while honouring Tahltan culture and values. Guided by the principle“Build Trust, Build Futures,” this role helps balance business imperatives witha people-centered approach grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, respect fortradition, and contemporary HR practices.

As TNDC continues to grow as a leadingIndigenous-owned business operating in the resource-rich Golden Triangle ofnorthwest British Columbia, the HR Business Partner will support thedevelopment of a strong, inclusive workforce that creates meaningful opportunitiesfor Tahltan citizens and employees across the organization.

Working closely with leaders, the HR Business Partnerwill help foster a workplace culture built on trust, respect, andaccountability—integrating Western HR practices with Tahltan values to supportboth organizational success and community prosperity. This is an opportunity tocontribute to an organization recognized as an employer of choice, where peopleare empowered to grow their careers while helping build a sustainable futurefor the Tahltan Nation and the regions where TNDC operates.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and coaching tomanagers and employees on HR policies, procedures, employee relations, andworkplace best practices.
• Partnerwith operational leaders to align people strategies with business priorities,supporting workforce effectiveness and organizational growth.
• Partnerwith leaders to foster a workplace culture grounded in trust, respect,accountability, and inclusion, supporting TNDC’s commitment to Build Trust,Build Futures.
• Supportrecruitment and workforce planning activities including drafting and updatingjob descriptions, preparing job postings, screening resumes, coordinating andfacilitating interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Contributeto workforce planning initiatives by working with leaders to identify currentand future staffing needs, supporting sustainable growth and employmentopportunities.
• Coordinateand support the onboarding process by preparing offer letters, managing hiringdocumentation, facilitating new hire orientations, and ensuring a positiveemployee onboarding experience.
• Assistin the implementation and continuous improvement of HR programs, policies, andinitiatives that align with TNDC’s strategic goals and support organizationalgrowth.
• Supportleadership development by coaching managers on performance management, employeeengagement, and effective team leadership practices.
• Supportemployee relations matters by providing guidance, facilitating resolution ofworkplace concerns, and promoting respectful workplace practices.
• Promoteinclusive employment practices and support initiatives that create meaningfulemployment and development opportunities for Tahltan citizens and localcommunities.
• Participatein the administration of employee benefits programs and support employees withbenefits-related inquiries.
• EnsureHR practices remain compliant with applicable provincial and federal employmentlegislation, and assist in updating policies and procedures as needed.
• Contributeto the development and delivery of HR communications and initiatives thatsupport employee engagement and organizational culture.
• SupportHR reporting, documentation, and record-keeping to ensure accurate andeffective HR operations.
• Performother related duties and responsibilities as required to support the HR teamand organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondaryeducation in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will beconsidered.
• Minimum5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, ideally in a generalist or HR Business Partner capacity supporting operational teams.
• Workingknowledge of provincial and federal employment legislation, HR policies,and best practices.
• Experiencesupporting recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HRprogram implementation.
• Demonstratedability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively withleaders and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strongcommunication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills with the abilityto provide sound HR guidance in a professional and respectful manner.
• Abilityto balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment whilemaintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
• Knowledgeof, or experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations, orcultural values is considered an asset.
• Anunderstanding of the social, cultural, and economic priorities of theTahltan Nation is considered an asset.
• ACPHR designation, or progress toward obtaining one, is considered anasset.

Working Conditions

• Required approximately 50% travel to support our teams and operations.
• Ability to pass amandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Willingness tosign an Oath of Confidentiality.
• Full disclosureof criminal record and current criminal record check.
• Valid class 5Drivers’ License.

Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing

Provide guidance, training, andmentorship to team members, especially local Tahltan workers, by sharingtechnical skills, safety practices, and industry knowledge in a respectful andculturally aware manner. Uphold Tahltan values and principles by fostering awork environment built on respect, teamwork, and mutual learning. Support thegrowth of the Tahltan workforce by helping build capacity, promoting safe andeffective work practices, and ensuring that knowledge is passed on tostrengthen both the team and the broader Tahltan community for the benefit ofcurrent and future generation.

Conditions of Employment

• Willingness tosign an Oath of Confidentiality
• Full disclosure of criminal record and currentcriminal record check
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and willing toprovide a current driver abstract
• Willingness to work occasional overtime during peakor critical work periods