Director of Human Resources

POSITION:                    Director of Human Resources

HOURS OF WORK:      Monday – Friday 8:30 – 4:30

REPORTS TO:               Executive Director

WAGE RANGE:            $115,000 annually

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Human Resources provides strategic, operational, and culturally grounded leadership for all HR functions at SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation. Reporting to the Executive Director and serving on the senior leadership team, this role leads HR strategy, policy, and service delivery to strengthen organizational capacity through workforce planning, leadership development, and employee engagement. The Director ensures HR practices are aligned with SȾÁUTW̱ values, governance priorities, and applicable legislation, and promotes culturally safe, trauma-informed, and equitable approaches that uphold the dignity, well-being, and professional growth of all employees.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic HR Leadership & Governance

• Lead the Nation’s HR strategy, annual priorities, and multi-year roadmap aligned with Chief and Council direction and organizational goals.
• Establish culturally grounded, equitable, trauma-informed HR governance, policies, and decision standards compliant with applicable legislation.
• Provide strategic advice on workforce strategy, organizational design, labour and employment risk, and emerging HR trends.
• Translate strategy into measurable programs and outcomes; monitor progress through metrics and regular reporting.

HR Operations & Employee Relations

• Oversee end-to-end HR services: recruitment and onboarding, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, HR records/systems, and offboarding.
• Support leaders on complex people matters, ensuring fair, timely, and well-documented resolution of concerns and performance issues.
• Direct and/or oversee investigations and complaint/appeal processes using impartial, culturally safe, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Lead employee listening and feedback activities and translate insights into practical improvements.

Culture, Learning & Workplace Safety

• Champion a respectful, inclusive workplace culture that reflects SȾÁUTW̱ values and advances reconciliation.
• Lead learning and development, including onboarding/orientation, leadership development, and core workplace learning.
• Provide oversight for occupational health and safety programs and ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement.

Workforce Planning, Budget & Team Leadership

• Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and role/job architecture to build organizational capacity and continuity.
• Develop and manage the HR budget; support labour cost forecasting and audit-ready reporting.
• Lead and develop HR staff; establish service standards, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee HR communications, including internal updates and HR content on the Nation website

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Business Administration degree, with specialization in Human Resources
• CPHR preferred, or willing to obtain.
• 5+ years progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in a leadership/management role.
• Demonstrated leadership across HR planning, policy, and service delivery (recruitment, performance, employee relations, compensation/benefits, HR systems, and organizational design).
• Strong knowledge of relevant federal/provincial employment legislation and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Advanced employee relations skills (investigations, progressive discipline, complaint/appeal processes) with strong judgment and confidentiality.
• Experience working with First Nations required; cultural safety, lateral violence awareness, and trauma-informed practice are assets.
• Strong communication, coaching, facilitation, and consultative skills; ability to support leaders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint; valid BC Driver’s License; able to provide a clear Criminal Record Check (including vulnerable sector).

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office-based environment with regular use of computer systems and office equipment.
• Extended periods of sitting and/or standing.
• Occasional travel for meetings, training, and community engagement.
• Occasional evening or weekend work as required.

SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community it serves. In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants (Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit). Applicants may self-identify if they choose; hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs, while supporting SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation’s commitment to Indigenous employment and self-determination.

Personal Attributes

maintains strict confidentiality in performing their duties and demonstrates the following personal attributes: Respect, Empathy, Strength, Pride and Equality.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance

DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED