Manager, Human Resources

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Nunavut is seeking a Manager of Human Resources to oversee HR functions and support departmental staff. The ideal candidate has a degree in HR or a related field and several years of progressive HR experience, including supervisory roles. This 3-year term position emphasizes training, recruitment, and enhancements to HR practices. Fluency in local languages and ethnographic experience are strong assets.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of progressive work experience in HR.
• One year of experience developing and supervising staff.
• Training in Human Resource Information Systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and advise on HR-related functions.
• Supervise human resources staff.
• Support staffing and retention efforts.

Skills

Human Resource Management

Staff supervision

Ethnographic experience

Fluency in Inuktut

Performance Management

Education

Degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Job description

Thank you for contacting the Government of Nunavut. Please do not send sensitive or personal information, including (but not limited to): social insurance numbers, birthdates, information of other people, or health information. Please only send a brief description of your issue or concern and how we can contact you. We will make sure the correct person contacts you if they need more information or if they can answer your question or concern. This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

Overview

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the Manager, Human Resources (Manager) role within Culture and Heritage (CH) and its arm’s length organization Inuit Uqausinginnik Taiguusliuqtit (IUT), manages and provides advice to all senior level staff in areas related to training and development, staff relations, Inuit employment, implementation of staff orientation, staffing and recruitment, organizational development, job evaluation and benefits administration. The Manager is a key human resources advisor and specialist for the department as a whole (headquarters and regions), and as such provides advice and support to the department to make informed human resource management decisions.

The manager ensure standards and procedures are clearly understood and previously followed and documented, and that staff are assessed and trained to meet the statutory requirements of their positions, as well as having skills necessary to meet departmental priorities through program delivery and the Inuit Employment Plan (IEP). The position is responsible for providing expert advice and professional support regarding all aspects of human resources management including training and supporting departmental human resources staff in the processes on employee relations and employee wellness matters. This position also provides technical advice and support to the department regarding staffing and retention of staff and takes a lead on all staffing procedures. The Manager supervises human resources staff, including the Human Resource Coordinator and Human Resource Assistant and provides direction, mentorship, and performance evaluation to subordinate staff.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized degree in Human Resource Management or a related field (Business Administration, Education, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Commerce with concentration on HR) plus a minimum of three (3) years of progressive work experience in the human resources field (HR management, consultant, advisor. Analyst, coordinator) providing HR advice at a senior level. One (1) year of experience developing and supervising staff is also required. Training in Alternate Dispute Resolution, Hay Evaluation, Performance Management, and Human Resource Information Systems will be considered assets. Professional certification in Human Resources is also an asset. Ethnographic experience, both living and working in Nunavut is considered an asset.

Languages and assets

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

As this is a 3-year term position, current indeterminate Government of Nunavut employees may be offered a competitive transfer assignment for the duration of the term if they are deemed to be the successful candidate, however this is subject to managerial approval.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.