Human Resources Officer - Recruitment and Benefits

City of Yellowknife; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Yellowknife seeks a Human Resources Officer specializing in Recruitment and Benefits. This role involves managing recruitment processes, benefit administration, and providing support within the HR department. Candidates should have at least five years of related experience and a university degree, promoting inclusive hiring practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Monthly housing and vacation travel allowance of $450

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum five years related experience in human resources, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of diverse human resources practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates recruitment and staffing.
• Administers benefits and supports payroll function.
• Handles labour relations, classification, and employee counseling.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Judgment

Education

University degree in human resources, labour relations, or related field

Job description

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high quality services and excellent customer service to residents. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons to self-declare when submitting their application.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Human Resources Officer, Recruitment and Benefits performs all aspects of recruitment and benefit administration for the organization. This position is responsible for coordinating the various human resource functions including but not limited to recruitment and staffing, labour relations, classification, compensation, benefits administration, and employee counseling. This position provides back-up support to the payroll function.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants require a comprehensive knowledge of diverse human resources practices coupled with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to perform independently, utilizing sound judgment, is essential.

The position requires a university degree in human resources, labour relations, and/or a related field, along with a minimum of five years related experience in human resources, preferably in a unionized environment. A professional designation such as CPHR (Chartered Professional in Human Resources) or equivalent is preferred.

SALARY

The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $116,529 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefit package, including a monthly housing and vacation travel allowance totalling $450 per month, and a defined benefit pension plan.

TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than June 27, 2025.

Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume.

Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.