Human Relational Services Generalist

Human Relational Services Generalist

Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society is growing our team! 

Join our dynamic and dedicated team as we continue to develop capacity within the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation and the greater unceded Algonquin territory. With our child well-being law, Nigig Nibi Ki-win, now fully in force, the community embraces a step in reconciliation by reclaiming jurisdiction over the safety and well-being of our children, youth and families.

We are recruiting for a Human Relational Services Generalist. This is a one-year contract position working full-time hours. The Human Relational Services Generalist provides support with the recruitment, onboarding and retention of employees to support the growth and development of Nigig Gamik.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the manager to develop job descriptions for newly created positions
• Sets up new employees, including benefit enrollment, orientation information and training
• Assists in analyzing trends in compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain employees
• Provides the first line of contact for staff who may have workplace-related concerns
• Assists in the development of new human relational services policies and in the review of existing policies
• Supports and implements workplace safety, including participating in the workplace health and safety committee
• Conducts file reviews for personnel
• Schedule meetings, appraisals, orientation and or other training
• Assists with back-up coverage for scheduling
• Develop any forms and templates required for recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of employees
• Communicate any workplace or performance issues to employees
• Communicate effectively with external service providers
• Coordinate across various teams to effectively respond to staffing needs

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in human resources, business administration, or a related field
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation or working towards is an asset
• A minimum of two years of human resources experience
• Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) people in a community-based setting is an asset
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and standards
• Understanding of best practices within the field of human resources
• Understanding of legal and reporting requirements of benefit administration, including remittances is an asset
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and resolve conflicts
• Self-motivated, reliable, thorough, and proactive
• Criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check

We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Employment benefits and pension plan
• Paid sick days, vacation days and special leave days
• 14 provincial and federal statutory holidays

Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons who identify as Indigenous will be given preference as this role serves the needs of members of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to a) the qualified Indigenous person who is a member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; then to, b) the qualified Indigenous person; then to, c) the qualified non-Indigenous candidate.