Director of Human Resources

Position: Director of Human Resources - Competition #2026-15

Conditions: Full-Time Permanent

Department: Human Resources

Location: 865 Main Street

Closing Date: Open until filled

Salary Range: TBD depending on experience and education

ShawenimAbinoojii is a non-profitservice provider and Southeast First Nations-led organization. We offercomprehensive benefits a rewarding work environment and opportunities tochallenge yourself apply your skillset and be a part of a unique First Nations-ledservice model.

BENEFITS:

ü Competitivesalary

ü Personalleave days and paid sick time

ü Employer-matchedPension plan

ü Comprehensivehealth and dental benefits package

ü On-siteparking

ü Paidprofessional development

OVERVIEW:

Reportingto the Executive Director the Director of Human Resources will providestrategic leadership and operational oversight for all human resourcesfunctions across the organization while ensuring compliance with applicableCanadian federal and provincial employment legislation. This role isresponsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that align withorganizational objectives and culture while supporting organizational growththrough employee relations diversity equity and inclusion. This role acts asa trusted advisor to the Board and senior leadership on people related matters.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides strategic advice to senior leadership onworkforce planning succession planning and change management.

Establish HR policies procedures and bestpractices.

Act as a trusted advisor regarding HR policiesregulations and interpretation.

Work with leadership to complete scheduled reviewand revision of Human Resource Policy.

Develop recruitment and retention strategies toattract qualified candidates.

Oversee recruitment onboarding and orientationprograms.

Support succession planning and leadershipdevelopment initiatives.

Foster a respectful inclusive and collaborativeworkplace culture.

Advise senior staff on employee relations mattersperformance issues workplace investigations and conflict resolution.

Support senior staff in coaching employeedevelopment and performance improvement planning.

Promote employee engagement and recognitioninitiatives.

Promote continuous learning throughout theorganization.

Ensure compliance with applicable employmentstandards human rights labour relations occupational health and safetyprivacy.

Lead and mentor the Human Resources team.

Manage HR budget.

Oversee human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)employee records and reporting.

Track monitor and produce monthly reportsregarding staff attendance overtime and leave sheets.

Work with the finance department to establish andmaintain salary scales aligned with funding model.

Travel to First Nations served by the organizationto maintain working knowledge and contribute to relationship-based servicemodel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of post-secondary education with a focus in Human Resources Management or related field is required.
• Minimum of 5-7 years experience in senior management level with focus in Human Resources.
• Demonstrate knowledge and/or understanding of Indigenous perspectives First Nations culture and traditional philosophies.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Manitoba labour laws and best practices.
• Experience with employee relations including coaching investigations and corrective actions.
• Skilled in conflict resolution policy development and HR process management.
• Strong organizational leadership and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of HR database systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to speak Anishinaabe is an asset.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office word processing (MS Word) Spreadsheets (Excel) E-mail (Outlook) and Internet.
• Knowledge of the Child and Family Services (CFS) sector and legislation an asset but not mandatory.
• Must have a valid class 5 drivers license and access to a vehicle are a condition of employment.
• Must have clear Criminal Record (vulnerable Sector Check) Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check and Prior contact Check.

Please visit ourcareers page to view our current opportunities and to submit your applicationdirectly:

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You are also welcome to apply to ordrop your resume off at our main office located at 865 Main Street.

WE THANK ALL WHO APPLY HOWEVER ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES SELECTED FORAN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO INTERNALCANDIDATES SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND SELF-DECLARED CANDIDATES (FIRSTNATIONS INUIT OR METIS).

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