Human Resources Specialist

The City of Iqaluit is looking for an experienced Human Resources Specialist with exceptional Human Relations skills to join our team

Title: Human Resources Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Status: Full-time, One (1) Year Term

Salary: $86,760.00 per annum, 35 hour/week

Settlement Allowance: $22, 378.25 per annum

Union Status: Excluded

Closing Date: Open until filled

Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Specialist (HRS) performs a range of HR generalist duties supporting our City staff and day-to-day HR operations. The functional areas of responsibility consist of recruitment and on boarding; policies and procedures; labour/employee relations; regulatory compliance; general HR administration; and the implementation of various HR programs and services. The Human Resources Specialist is expected to provide resolutions and consulting and the above areas in order to maximize the effectiveness and performance of the City’s staff while supporting the delivery of City services to the people of Iqaluit.

Required Education and Experience

• A university or College degree with a major in Human Resources or a Labour Relations Business Degree combined with a professional designation (CHRP, CHRL and/or CHRE) or professional certification in progress
• Minimum 3 years direct work experience in HR required.
• Professional work experience in a government or municipal setting and/or work experience in a unionized environment
• Demonstrated working knowledge of multiple human resource areas preferred with experience in leading the recruitment function.
• Demonstrated ability to provide beneficial recommendations to solve HR related issues related to regulations, laws and policies.
• Excellent understanding of labour relations and human rights issues
• Possess a broad knowledge of the theories, principles and practices in the human resources field.

Technical Skills

• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and e-mail required.
• Ability to adapt to and learn fast new software.
• Professional work experience in a government or municipal setting and/or work experience in a unionized environment
• Excellent understanding of labour relations and human rights issues
• Must possess strong administrative and organizational skills
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
• Proactive, highly organized and extremely detail oriented
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to interpret and implement organizational policies and procedures
• Motivated individual with proven initiative.
• Excellent typing skills, including proper spelling and grammar.
• Ability to use general office equipment.
• Data analysis skills required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of change management
• In-depth and authorities knowledge of collective agreements and terms and conditions of employment

Communication Skills

• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in written with individuals at all levels of the organization and the public
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with corporate departments, key external stakeholders.
• Superior telephone manners and strong interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and manners.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.

Assets

• Assets include the ability to speak Inuktitut
• An understanding of the local culture and experience living and working in a Northern community is an asset
• A valid driver’s license

Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.

All relevant certifications are required at time of application. The successful candidate would be required to submit a Criminal Record Check, as well as an acceptable Driver’s Abstract.

Please visit our website to apply.

• The City of Iqaluit embraces the intent and spirit of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit; Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive consideration under this agreement.
• Only those selected to interview will be contacted

Do you currently reside in Iqaluit? Yes No

If you do not currently reside in Iqaluit, have you secured housing?
(please note the city does not offer housing at this time) Yes No