Manager Human Resources Administration

Title: Manager, Human Resources Administration Department: Health Community: Iqaluit Requisition Number: 773 Type of Employment: Indeterminate Salary range: $124,653 to $141,419 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available Union Status: Excluded Closing date: June 19, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only. Reporting to the Director Human Resources (Director), the Manager, Human Resources Administration (Manager) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Human Resources for the Iqaluit region focusing on but not limited to non-delegated staffing and leave and attendance ensuring that the delivery of key initiatives, as determined by the Director, Human Resources. The Manager is a liaison to Job Evaluation and Government of Nunavut (GN) Staffing divisions and provides consultation services with regards to structing positions, job description writing and career laddering. This position is also responsible for all processes required to staff non-delegated Health positions. This includes indeterminate, term, transfer assignments and casual staffing processes. The Manager will also be responsible for: * Ensuring that Health Human Resources staffing practices are consistent with GN’s Priority Hiring Policy and that accurate up-to-date data and information is maintained for non-delegated staffing activities. * Liaison with the Department of Human Resources for Job Evaluation and any staffing issues for non-delegated positions. * Working with regional human resources staff to ensure paperwork is processed as efficiently as possible. * Providing expert level advice to hiring managers and regional human resources staff regarding job evaluation and organizational development processes. * Providing statistical reporting to the Director including vacancy status and process tracking along with recommendations for program changes and strategy development. * Working collaboratively with external and internal partners in the planning and implementation of related programs and services in headquarters and regional offices. The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized: * Undergraduate degree in human resources, social sciences, business administration or a related field. * Certification or formal education and/or training in organizational development. * Three (3) years of experience providing specialized human resource services including organizational development and design advisory services. * Two (2) years of supervisory experience. * Completion of the Hay Plan training would be considered as an asset. The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in one or more of Nunavut’s official languages is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land,Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. * The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy. * Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. * Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. * Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut. * Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. * The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application. The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement. Department of Health The Department of Health (HEA) is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at HEA work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.