Human Relational Services Lead

Human Relational Services Lead

Nigig Nibi-Ki-win Gamik is an Indigenous child and family well-being organization rooted in Algonquin jurisdiction and community values. Our team supports the staff working directly with child, youth and families.

We are recruiting for a Human Relational Services Lead. This is a full-time position.

About The Role

The Human Resources Lead will work to identify staffing needs, recruit employees, assist in the successful management of personnel-related disputes, coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities, and oversee the development of policies, programs, protocols and structures to create and maintain a supportive workplace for employees. This position oversees the Human Relational Services team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the management team to identify skills and competencies required for job openings
• Provides coaching on performance management issues, conflict management, and resolution
• Provides mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Conducts or oversees regular performance evaluations
• Oversees the development of job descriptions for newly created positions
• Assesses potential need to hire contractors
• Reviews workplace policies and protocols to maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations and Anishinaabe values
• Identifies and sets salary ranges for newly created positions
• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits and proposes competitive pay programs to attract and retain employees
• Oversees the implementation of benefit packages and policies
• Provides regular updates including monthly department reports

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in human resources management, business administration, or a related field
• A minimum of five years of human resource experience
• Criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check
• A Class G driver’s license and a clear driver’s abstract
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and standards
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software programs.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and resolve conflicts
• Tact, discretion, and a professional level of confidentiality
• Self-motivated, reliable, thorough, and proactive
• Sensitive to Indigenous culture and values

Assets:

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation, or working towards, 
• Experience in a supervisory role 
• Experience working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) people in a community-based setting

Closing: May 30, 2026

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Employment benefits and pension plan
• Paid sick, vacation and special day leave
• 14 provincial and federal statutory holidays

Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons who identify as indigenous will be given preference as this role serves the needs of members of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to a) the qualified indigenous person who is a member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; then to, b) the qualified indigenous person; then to, c) the qualified non-indigenous candidate.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants at all stages of the recruitment and selection process. For confidential requests, contact employment@nigignibi.com