Director Human Resources

OPEN COMPETITION

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band (LLRIB) is now accepting applications for the following Permanent Full-Time position.

Director Human Resources

We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Director of Human Resources to lead our HR functions and support the communities of Hall Lake, Sucker River, and La Ronge, while also providing guidance to our self-administered communities as needed. Reporting to the COO, the successful candidate will play a critical role in developing HR policies, overseeing staffing needs, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of LLRIB through all HR initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and oversee HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with Provincial and Federal legislation.
• Monitor staffing needs across departments and ensure vacancies are filled in a timely manner.
• Provide training for supervisors and leadership on performance management, conflict resolution, discipline, and terminations.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Oversee compliance with human rights legislation, workplace accommodations, and employment equity requirements.
• Collaborate with Payroll Services to ensure compliance with payroll statutes, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee the Pension and Benefits Coordinator to ensure pension and benefits compliance, accurate invoicing, and effective administration of LLRIB programs.
• Maintain the LLRIB Personnel Policy Manual, recommending updates as needed to align with legal and regulatory changes.
• Participate in professional development committees and support leadership development initiatives across LLRIB.
• Monitor fund balances for assigned HR programs to ensure compliance with budget allocations and financial accountability.
• Manage vendor and service provider contracts related to HR services and benefits administration.
• Provide HR consultative services to all departments, ensuring alignment with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Develop and analyze measurable HR reports, including data on staffing levels, turnover, absenteeism, compensation, and workforce trends and present to the Internal Council.
• Negotiate financial and contractual agreements for internal HR programs and partnerships.
• Lead corporate culture initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and workplace satisfaction.
• Ensure workplace health and safety policies are followed and serve on the Health and Safety Committee.
• Actively participate in Senior Leadership meetings, presenting HR policy and program proposals.
• Maintain positive public relations and represent LLRIB in external HR and community engagement efforts.
• Drive continuous evaluation and improvement of HR programs, policies, and procedures.
• Carry out other work-related duties as requested by the Chief Operations Officer.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in an Indigenous organization, government, or community-based setting.
• CPHR designation is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of human rights legislation, duty to accommodate, and employment equity principles.
• Understanding of the governance structure of Indigenous organizations and the application of federal/provincial statutes over First Nations.
• Experience in budget management, payroll compliance, workforce planning, leadership development, and organizational change.
• Demonstrated ability to develop HR policies, negotiate contracts, and manage workforce programs effectively.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector check.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license.

Posting Date: February 3, 2025 Deadline for Applications: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references (excluding Chief and Councillors), one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:

Human Resource Office, Phone: 306-425-2183

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Fax: (306) 425-2170

Box 480 E-mail: hrinfo@llrib.ca

La Ronge, SK. S0J 1L0 Website: https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/

NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you. Also, please provide your Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.

• Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.
• LLRIB thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
• Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.