HR Director leading strategic people programs and employee relations for Mikisew Cree First Nation. Managing HR operations across Edmonton, Fort McMurray, and Fort Chipewyan.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Human Resources department and HR service delivery
Lead, support and develop the HR team
Advise the CEO, senior leadership and managers on complex HR matters, organizational risk and workforce considerations
Develop and implement HR strategies, programs and initiatives aligned with organizational priorities and MCFN values
Oversee employee relations, investigations, performance matters and conflict resolution
Oversee recruitment and workforce planning
Provide strategic oversight of compensation, benefits, employee leave and other HR programs
Lead the development, implementation, interpretation and review of HR policies, procedures and practices
Support organizational design, succession planning, leadership development and workforce capacity planning
Guide managers on performance management, attendance, accommodation and employee-related matters
Oversee HR systems, records and reporting
Identify workforce trends, organizational risks and emerging HR issues and provide recommendations
Develop and monitor HR metrics and reporting
Support organizational change initiatives and provide HR leadership during transitions
Build relationships with employees, managers, senior leadership, community members and stakeholders
Promote fair, consistent, accountable and positive employee experiences
Ensure compliance with employment legislation, organizational policies and contractual requirements
Support culturally responsive HR practices respecting MCFN traditions, values and community context
Prepare and manage the HR departmental budget
Report and provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and, where required, Chief and Council
Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion
Perform other duties as required
Requirements
Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
CPHR designation strongly preferred
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive human resources experience, including significant senior HR leadership experience
Experience leading an HR function and advising executives and senior leaders strategically
Strong knowledge of employment legislation and contemporary HR practices
Experience developing and implementing HR policies, programs, systems and organizational initiatives
Experience with workforce planning, recruitment, compensation, organizational development and change management
Ability to operate effectively in complex environments with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Experience in an Indigenous organization, First Nation government, public-sector environment or similarly complex governance structure is a strong asset
Strong Microsoft skills, including MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s licence
Own or have access to a vehicle
Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Edmonton and Fort Chipewyan, including approximately one week per month in Fort Chipewyan
Willingness and ability to travel elsewhere as required
Willingness to submit to an Oath of Confidentiality
Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Clear criminal record vulnerable sector check required
Final candidates must complete security screening, including a criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Check
Benefits
Hybrid rotational work arrangement
Approximately one week per month working in Fort Chipewyan and three weeks based in Edmonton or Fort McMurray
Compensation and benefits programs
Employee leave programs
Organizational development and leadership development opportunities
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