Registrar and Chief of Profession Regulation

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental authority in Canada is seeking a Registrar and Chief of Profession Regulation. This role focuses on regulating health and social services professionals, implementing high-impact decisions, and championing cultural safety. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and extensive experience in regulation, alongside strategic thinking and legal insight. Join this opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the Northwest Territories.

Qualifications

• 6 years experience regulating and licensing professionals in a quasi-judicial position.
• 1 year of supervisory or team lead experience required.
• Experience in Political Science, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, Law.

Responsibilities

• Administer legislation governing health and social services professionals.
• Make independent, high-impact decisions affecting professionals and communities.
• Lead initiatives to modernize professional regulation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Legal insight

Culturally safe service delivery

Education

Degree in Business or Public Administration

Masters Degree in related field

Diploma in Business or Public Administration

Job description

Registrar and Chief of Profession Regulation

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

Job Information

Are you ready to join a team where your expertise in regulation and policy directly influences the quality of care delivered to communities across the Northwest Territories? As the Registrar and Chief of Profession Regulation, you will play a pivotal role in protecting public safety and shaping the future of health and social services across the territory.

In this role, you will:

• Administer legislation that governs health and social services professionals.
• Make independent, high-impact decisions that affect professionals and communities.
• Lead national and territorial initiatives to modernize professional regulation.
• Collaborate with legal experts, regulatory bodies, and senior leadership.
• Champion cultural safety and anti-racism in health and social services.

This role requires someone that brings strategic thinking, legal insight, and a commitment to ethical, culturally safe service delivery. If you thrive in complex environments and want to make a meaningful difference, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.

Key Qualifications:

• Degree in Business or Public Administration (or related field), and six (6) years of experience regulating and licensing professionals in a quasi-judicial position, including one (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Related field may include, but are not limited to, Political Science, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, Law, Management and Social Sciences/Sociology.

Equivalencies:

• Masters Degree in Business or Public Administration (or related field), and four (4) years of experience regulating and licensing professionals in a quasi-judicial position, including one (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Diploma in Business or Public Administration (or related field), and eight (8) years of experience regulating and licensing professionals in a quasi-judicial position, including one (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience.
• 10 years' experience relevant to the position, such as appointment as a profession Deputy Registrar, senior level position as a profession regulator in a quasi-judicial position or experience as a registered professional.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.