Indigenous HR Consultant

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
The University of Manitoba as a part of its Strategic Plan has committed to increasing our Indigenous hires and revising policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive working and learning environment for Indigenous Peoples. As a strategic partner, the Indigenous HR Consultant (HRC) aligns university strategic objectives with employees and management in academic and administrative units. The Indigenous HRC serves as a consultant to Deans and unit managers on HR related matters (recruitment, hiring, retention, work culture). The Indigenous HRC assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and assists with HR-related strategic planning for units across the university. Communicating these needs proactively with the Director, HR Client Services and university clients, the HRC seeks to develop integrated solutions to meet university strategic goals and to ensure a supportive work and learning environment. The HRC formulates partnerships across HR functions to deliver value-added services to departments and units as well as individual staff members.

This individual will also play a key role in promoting and providing Indigenous HR support across the University primarily focused on the recruitment and retention of Indigenous employees.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:
THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED FOR INDIGENOUS CANDIDATES. APPLICANTS MUST SELF-DECLARE ON THEIR COVER LETTER/RESUME AS INDIGENOUS (FIRST NATION, METIS AND/OR INUIT).
- Undergraduate degree with courses in human resources, or an acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A CPHR designation is preferred.
- A minimum of 8 years of directly related HR generalist experience is required, or an acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience working in a complex unionized environment preferred.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines.
- Experience with job classification systems desired.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: February 3, 2025**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

Pay: $76,092.83-$136,967.09 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2

Expected start date: 2025-02-24