Thunder Bay
Who We Are
Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug Dibenjikewin Onaakonikewin (“KIDO”) is the KI FamilyLaw and its Maamao Dibenjikewin Kanawaabajikewin (“MDK”) service model carries out child and familyservices, but KIDO is much broader than mainstream services. It is specific to KI Nation and is animportant exercise of Miinikozowin (inherent power) by KI and aims to restore kayaash egwa miinaahchaako kikinohamaakewinan (traditional and spiritual teachings of KI).
Vision Statement
To reach a goal of a healthy self, healthy dibenjikewin (family), and a healthy community. Our ancestors held everything sacred and thanked Kishe-Manido (Creator) for all that had been given, including the foundation to guide a strong community composed of healthy dibenjikewinan(families) who are raising awaashishag (children) and/or oshkaadizag (youth) grounded in their cultureand language.
Position Summary
Established in April 2023, KIDO has grown significantly to meet the needs of its community and is now looking to fill the position of HR Manager to support the continued growth, development, and optimization of the organization. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Human Resources Manager plays a vital role in overseeing a wide range of human resources across three locations (KI, Sioux Lookout, and Thunder Bay).
As our HR Manager you will be responsible for the overall planning and management of Human Resources functions including but not limited to employee relations, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, and development and administration of policies and procedures. The HR Manager provides strategic advice, conflict resolution, and co-ordination of a range of day-to-day HR issues that require judgement and tactical decisions making. This position is a full-time, permanent position based out of the KIDO office in Thunder Bay. Frequent travel to the community of KI and other KIDO offices, such as Sioux Lookout, will be required.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure ESA compliance and adherence to applicable employment legislation, including employment standards, human rights code, workplace safety and the occupational health and safety act.
- Implement and maintain consistent HR activities across all departments.
- Responsible for the oversight of HR staff.
- Lead and mentor HR employees by sharing your knowledge.
- Act as a resource for team members and leadership on employee relation issues.
- Develop, revise, and implement HR strategies, policies and procedures aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Manage the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training and development, performance management, and separation processes.
- Advise and support Managers and Directors on HR-related matters, including employee relations, conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to drive employee engagement initiatives, including employee recognition programs, employee surveys, and performance feedback mechanisms.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices, and employment law and regulations. KIDO Human Resources Manager
- Develop job descriptions to reach targeted talent pool that can be used with a variety of platforms such as, Indeed, media websites, print and fax.
- Conduct internal confidential workplace investigations and ensure appropriate documentation when required.
- Maintain HR records and prepare reports for leadership.
- Manage the off-boarding process for both voluntary and involuntary terminations.
- Managing the administration of Health Plans including enrollment, changes, terminations and policy renewals.
- Develop job descriptions to reach targeted talent pool that can be used with a variety of platforms such as, Indeed, media websites, print and fax.
- Conduct internal confidential workplace investigations and ensure appropriate documentation when required.
- Maintain HR records and prepare reports for leadership.
- Manage the off-boarding process for both voluntary and involuntary terminations.
- Managing the administration of Health Plans including enrollment, changes, terminations and policy renewals.
- Manage strong internal relationships with the Director, Assistant Directors, and all KIDO staff, ensuring clear communication and collaborative problem-solving.
Qualifications
- Experience and Education Requirements Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required. CHRP Designation Minimum 3 years’ progressive experience in Human Resources
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Strong interpersonal skills and communication ability Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, with a fluent ability to use online meeting software such as Zoom, Google Meet and Teams Record-keeping, management and personnel filing Ability to speak an Indigenous language is considered an asset. A deep understanding of and commitment to KIDO’s mission, vision, the MDK service model, and the cultural context of the KI community and KI Family Law.
- Other Requirements: Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check. Valid driver’s license, with the ability to provide a driver’s abstract, and reliable transportation. Eligibility to work in Canada.
- Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Relocation supports available
Health & Safety
All employees are required to carry out their duties in a manner that does not adverselyaffect their own health and safety and that of others by reporting all potential hazards; and all incidents and injuries; as well as co-operating withany measures introduced in the workplace to improve health and safety.
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