HR Advisor

Nch’ḵaỷ Development Corporation (NDC) was established in 2018 as the economic development arm of the Squamish Nation - Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw. Nch’ḵaỷ’s mandate is to develop, manage, and own the active businesses of the Nation and was created to allow for the separation of business and politics within the Squamish Nation.

Our mission is to generate wealth and prosperity from economic opportunities for current and future generations of the Squamish Nation.

**JOINING OUR TEAM**

The **HR Advisor, Engagement & Culture (Squamish Nation)** is a **Term Full-Time** **-18 months** position based at Nch’ḵaỷ’s Head Office. Our Head Office is in West Vancouver, BC on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Sḵwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation and its people. You will be working towards generating wealth and prosperity for the people of the Squamish Nation. You will be working with a supportive team. You will have the opportunity for continuous learning, development, and growth within your job and career.

We offer our Team Members generous benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture. We are looking for Team Members who align with our values, Squamish Nation values - Úxwumixw (Community), Sté lmexw (Collective), Nexwníw (Pride), Wená xws (Empowerment, Respecting Others), Siyám in (Leadership, Everyone has a role to play), Snew íyelh (Culture, Tradition, Resilience, Foundation, Teachings, Knowledge).

**In return, we offer**:

- Opportunities for career growth and development,
- Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team,
- Flexible work schedule (hybrid),
- Extended dental and health care benefits,
- Employee and Family Assistance Program,
- Pension Plan and Supplementary Savings Plan,
- Life Insurance,
- Paid leave (i.e., sick leave, vacation, family days) and 14 statutory holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day and National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.

**SCOPE OF POSITION**

The HR Advisor is an HR generalist and trusted advisor within Nch’ḵay, focusing on critical aspects of the Human Resources function. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the HR Advisor provides strategic support and expertise in employee engagement and organizational culture, ensuring that team member experiences align with the organization’s mission, vision, and objectives. This position requires an HR professional with a broad knowledge of HR functions and specialized skills in engagement initiatives, advocacy, and collaboration to foster a positive workplace culture based on trust.

A core requirement of this position is to embody and represent the Squamish Nation values and culture, making it ideal for someone with extensive experience in this area. Someone who does not meet all the job requirements will be eligible for personal development and training.

**A. DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AUTHORITY, AND ACCOUNTABILITIES**

**HR ADVISOR & BUSINESS PARTNER**
- Collaborate with Director, HR to implement HR initiatives that support organizational goals.
- Provide leadership in the engagement survey practices, including manager and team member guidance and debriefings.
- Develop initiatives to address survey shortcomings and sustain identified strengths.
- Develop and update HR policies, procedures, and practices to reflect the business’s evolving needs.
- Provide HR guidance and support to managers and Team Members on HR-related matters.

**INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY**
- Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.
- Collaborate with internal teams to implement strategies that support inclusivity, including developing learning opportunities, listening strategies and action plans.

**SQUAMISHI NATION CULTURE AND NETWORKING**
- Build and maintain relationships with peers in Squamish Nation ecosystem, external professional networks and industry counterparts.
- Deepen and optimize cultural practices that align with Squamish Nation values, language, history and evolving Community themes.
- Educate internal team members with respect to contemporary standards and approach on key people-rated themes such as cultivating safety and collaboration, career development, community resources, and representation opportunities.
- Stay updated on trends and best practices toensure continuous improvement.

**EMPLOYEE RELATIONS**
- Provide guidance with respect to employee relations, addressing issues with sensitivity.
- Ensure a positive workplace environment by promoting engagement and open communication.
- Lead initiatives related to employee recognition and retention.

**HR SYSTEMS AND CHANNELS**
- Ensure effective utilization and implementation of technology in the role, including survey tools, communication platforms, newsletters, presentations, and related channels

**B. Other**
- Perform other duties as required.
- Adheres to and promotes Nch’ḵaỷ’s values (Leadership, Trust, Respect, Wisdom, Compete