CNA - Human Resources Support Clerk

Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly:

Human Resources Support Clerk

Job Title: Human Resources Support Clerk

Reports To: Senior Human Resources Generalist

Term: Full-time, Permanent

Compensation: $36, $54,600.00 annually

Start Date: As soon as a suitable candidate is found

Closing Date: January 1st, 2026

Position Purpose

Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly (CNA) was created in 2013 as a powerful and unifying voice for eight Nlaka'pamux Bands regarding the Teck Highland Valley Copper Mine. It is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the eight Participating Bands. Headquartered in Merritt, BC, with a workforce of over 40, CNA provides training and job readiness along with cultural, social, and technical programming to the over 3035 members of the eight Participating Bands.

We are seeking a motivated and organized Human Resources (HR) Support Clerk to provide assistance to the People and Talent Department and provide hands-on support to the eight Participating Bands. This role will involve close collaboration with band administration to address HR needs and enhance operational efficiency within each community.

Primary Duties

• Provide direct administrative support internally and externally to the eight Participating Bands in HR operations,
• Assist in developing and maintaining HR policies and procedures tailored to the unique needs of each community, ensuring documentation is up-to-date and accessible,
• Support the coordination of employee training and development programs to address the specific needs and goals of the community and its members,
• Manage and maintain confidential employee records in compliance with applicable regulations, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for Band Administrators,
• Collaborate to implement initiatives that enhance employee engagement and promote a positive work environment, and
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Senior Human Resources Generalist.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of nłeʔképmx culture and language is an asset,
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills,
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and maintain positive relationships with staff and community members,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion,
• Knowledge of and experience in working with Indigenous heritage, language, and traditional practices,
• Willingness to learn nłeʔkepmx cultural values and protocols while recognizing and respecting cultural diversity, and
• Strong ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and manage time, with solid computer skills and proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office productivity software.

Experience and Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in human resources, ideally in Indigenous organizations or community settings,
• Completion of post-secondary education in human resources is preferred,
• Strong understanding of HR principles and practices, with the ability to apply them in diverse contexts,
• Proven experience in band-level administration is an asset,
• Willingness to travel for work with a valid BC Class 5 driver's license and with access to a personal vehicle (and able to submit a Driver's Abstract with a score of 1,000 or less), and
• Willingness to complete and pass a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

Work Environment

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, with a 1-hour lunch, with regular flexibility required for events and meetings in evenings and weekends. On average, 35 hours per week,
• Overtime: All daily overtime over 8 hours will be banked at 1.5x, all hours over 12 will be banked at 2x,
• Reporting Office Location: Office work will be conducted from the CNA Office at 2025 Granite Ave. Merritt BC,
• Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation (10 working days), accrued at 0.84 per month,
• Winter Break: 2 weeks paid (max 10 working days),
• Benefits: 50% benefit premiums paid by employer,
• Pension: Pension matching (percentage increasing with years of service), and
• Personal and Professional Development: As part of total compensation, we supply full-time permanent employees with the means to advance their skills and education.

We will provide training and professional development to support the right candidate. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe you would be of value to our organization, then we want to hear from you

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The Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. This position is open to all candidates who meet the qualifications. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified nłeʔkepmx candidates.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.