Human Resources Director

Deton Cho Management LP; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Yellowknife is looking for a Human Resources Director to lead HR operations. The qualified candidate will have significant HR experience and will ensure compliance and effectiveness in HR practices. This role emphasizes leadership in recruitment and employee relations in a multi-jurisdictional context. The organization values diversity, encouraging qualified Indigenous candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR experience, including 3–5 years in a management role.
• Proven ability to lead day-to-day HR operations in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS systems required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations, including recruitment and onboarding.
• Supervise the HR team for consistent service delivery.
• Manage HR policies, procedures, and audits.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

CPHR / CHRP designation

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Who We Are

The Det'on Cho Group of Companies is an investment company comprising 26 diverse companies, including nine (9) wholly owned subsidiaries and 17 joint venture partners, which serve our customers in the Northwest Territories and beyond.

Det’on Cho Group of Companies strives to identify unique opportunities and explore niches in both traditional and modern northern economies. We intend to build capacity within the Yellowknives Dene First Nations community. We continuously explore and examine opportunities for collaboration with other First Nations organizations, as well as with non-Aboriginal organizations in the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

What We Believe

Our core beliefs form our company culture :

• We believe our people should have the opportunity to grow.
• We believe skills can be trained, and attitude is everything.
• We believe good teamwork makes us successful.
• We believe work is important, and so is the ability to live your best life.
• We believe profit is the inevitable result of doing the right things.

What You Will Do

Det'on Cho Management LP is seeking to hire a Human Resources Director to oversee the day-to-day operations of the HR function, ensuring the effective delivery of HR services throughout the organization.

Reporting to the V.P. of People, the HR Director provides operational leadership in recruitment, employee relations, HRIS / payroll administration, performance management, and compliance. This role ensures that HR practices are consistent, legally compliant, and aligned with organizational values while supporting employee engagement and workforce development.

A Day In The Life

• Oversee daily HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Supervise the HR team to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Act as an escalation point for complex employee relations issues and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with provincial and territorial employment legislation.
• Manage HR policies, procedures, and audits.
• Partner with managers and staff to address workforce needs in real time.
• Monitor key HR metrics, including turnover, time-to-hire, and compliance outcomes.
• Collaborate with the team on workforce reporting and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with the team to implement HR strategies that align with organizational objectives.
• Implementing the organization-wide performance management framework.
• Manage employee and relations strategies to ensure issues are resolved proactively and fairly.
• Participate in and contribute to meetings, workshops, and staff training.
• Familiarity with the Yellowknives Dene's language, culture and way of life is an asset.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPHR / CHRP designation preferred.
• 8+ years of HR experience, including 3–5 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred).
• Proven ability to lead day-to-day HR operations in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Payroll and HR data accuracy
• Compliance with legislation and HR policy
• Employee relations case resolution time.
• Recruitment cycle time and onboarding completion rate.
• Performance review completion rates.
• HR service satisfaction scores from employees and managers.

Priority Statement

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We encourage applications from all individuals who meet the qualifications of the role. First preference shall be given to qualified individuals who identify as Yellowknives Dene First Nation, with those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) also prioritized.

CLOSING DATE : Open Until Filled