Yellowknife, Nt Workforce development manager Jobs – 24 Openings This Week

Senior Human Resources & Communications Advisor - Yellowknife NT
Mine Training Society —Yellowknife, NT
- $45–$60 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Training and Workplace Development Coordinator
Yellowknife Women's Society —Yellowknife, NT
- From $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Project management
- Human resources
- Budgeting
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Human Resources Generalist
Det'on Cho Management LP —Yellowknife, NT
- $78,000–$90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Training & development
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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Project Engineer
Nahanni Construction Ltd. —Yellowknife, NT
- $150,000–$200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Contracts
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Manager Community Banking Services
First Nations Bank of Canada —Yellowknife, NT
- $80,301–$115,634 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Master's degree
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Counsel
Government of Canada —Yellowknife, NT
- $130,382–$206,386 a year
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
Finance Specialist (TMS - Yellowknife)
Tlicho Management Services Ltd. —Yellowknife, NT
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Finance
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Senior Planner
City of Yellowknife —Yellowknife, NT
- From $115,231 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Research
- Bachelor's
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Building Inspector III
City of Yellowknife —Yellowknife, NT
- From $115,231 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Computer skills
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Occupational Health and Safety Nurse
Government of the Northwest Territories —Yellowknife, NT
- $106,000–$126,000 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Bachelor's
- Nursing
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Manager Tax Canada
BHP —Canada
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Team management
- Leadership
Senior Manager, Internal Audit - IT & Payments
Metrolinx —Canada
- $140,764 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
IT Manager - Relocate to Port Hardy
k'awat'si Economic Development Corporation ( KEDC) —Canada
- $66,000–$75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory control
- Computer Science
- Windows
- Wellness program
- Mileage reimbursement
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Chemtrade —Canada
- $65,000–$80,000 a year
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- Customer service
- Analysis skills
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- Dental care
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Senior Human Resources & Communications Advisor - Yellowknife NT

Mine Training Society
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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
$45–$60 an hour

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Benefits administration
Recruitment coordination support
Recruitment experience
Reference checking
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Statistics
Document preparation
Experience working with Indigenous peoples
Employee relations
Grant writing
English
Funding proposal preparation
Research
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Hiring
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
Media and communications experience
Human resources
Recruiting
Strategic communications
Human Resources
Training & development
Marketing experience
Strategic partnerships
Cross-functional collaboration
Business
Communication skills
Marketing
Cross-functional communication
Performance evaluation

Full job description

Reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Purpose of Position

The Human Resources & Communications Advisor plays a critical dual role in advancing the mission, vision, and organizational impact of the Mine Training Society (MTS). This position supports the development of a strong, engaged, and high-performing workforce while enhancing the organization’s communications, partnerships, and community presence.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Advisor provides both strategic and operational leadership in human resources, employee engagement, organizational communications, and marketing initiatives. The incumbent contributes to a collaborative and culturally respectful workplace that reflects the values of reconciliation, inclusion, and community development.

The Human Resources & Communications Advisor supports MTS’s unique non-profit training partnership model by helping strengthen relationships with employees, Indigenous communities, governments, employers, and other stakeholders. Through effective people practices, communications strategies, and proposal development, the Advisor helps position the organization for long-term sustainability and continued impact across northern communities.

Scope

This position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer of the Mine Training Society.

The incumbent works closely with staff, external stakeholders, community partners, government representatives, and the public. The position regularly handles sensitive and confidential information and is expected to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and integrity at all times.

Key Responsibilities

1. Human Resources Operations, Policy & Compliance

Coordinate and support the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, and offboarding.
Ensure consistent application of employment legislation, employment standards, and MTS administrative policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate personnel records and collaborate with Payroll to ensure employee documentation, benefits, and payroll information are current and complete.
Monitor attendance, leave management, and HR reporting requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy.

2. Employee Relations & Professional Development

Provide guidance and support to managers and staff on workplace issues, employee relations, conflict resolution, and HR best practices.
Coordinate employee training, professional development, and organizational learning initiatives.
Identify training needs and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
Monitor and coordinate required occupational certifications and renewals, including first aid, driver’s abstracts, and criminal record checks where applicable.
Promote employee wellness, Indigenous cultural awareness, leadership development, work-life balance, and workplace safety initiatives.

3. Recruitment & Retention

Develop and maintain job descriptions, interview guides, screening tools, and recruitment processes.
Coordinate recruitment activities including advertising, candidate screening, interview scheduling, reference checks, and criminal record checks where required.
Prepare employment documentation and coordinate onboarding and orientation activities.
Support employee benefits administration, including enrollments, updates, and employee inquiries.
Assist with performance management processes, including probationary and annual performance reviews.

4. Communications & Marketing

Develop and maintain internal communication strategies that promote employee engagement, collaboration, organizational culture, and retention.
Support the development and implementation of external communications and marketing initiatives that enhance awareness of the organization’s mission, programs, and impact.
Assist the CEO in developing strategic marketing and partnership initiatives that engage northern communities, Indigenous governments and organizations, public governments, employers, and training partners.
Prepare communication materials, promotional content, and organizational messaging aligned with MTS values and objectives.

5. Proposal Writing, Research & Reporting

Research and identify funding opportunities including government, foundation, corporate, and Indigenous funding sources that support organizational priorities and long-term sustainability.
Liaise with funding organizations to gather information and strengthen funding relationships.
Prepare grant applications, proposals, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with funding guidelines and deadlines.
Compile statistics, impact data, case studies, and reports that demonstrate organizational outcomes and community impact.
Track submitted proposals, approved funding agreements, and reporting requirements.
Support contribution agreement reporting and ensure compliance with funding obligations.

6. Organizational Support & Other Duties

Contribute to special projects, cross-functional initiatives, and broader organizational priorities as assigned by the CEO.
Maintain a collaborative, flexible, and team-oriented approach in supporting organizational objectives and operational needs.
Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges in a dynamic non-profit environment.

7. Confidentiality & Professional Conduct

Maintain strict confidentiality in handling employee, organizational, and stakeholder information.
Ensure all sensitive information is managed securely and in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all aspects of work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of human resources practices, employment legislation, and employee relations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
Strong interpersonal, conflict resolution, and relationship-building abilities.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced non-profit environment.
Strong organizational, planning, and administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to draft, edit, and prepare professional correspondence, reports, proposals, and communication materials.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
High level of professionalism, discretion, confidentiality, and integrity.
Commitment to reconciliation, diversity, equity, inclusion, and culturally respectful practices.

Personal Attributes

Positive, approachable, and professional demeanor.
Strong sense of initiative, accountability, and collaboration.
Adaptable and solutions-focused with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Respectful and culturally sensitive when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Demonstrates enthusiasm, resilience, and commitment to organizational success.
Upholds the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained through:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in human resources, management and/or communications.
Experience in proposal writing, research, grant coordination, and marketing.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Experience working with Indigenous organizations and communities is considered a strong asset.
Experience working within a non-profit governance environment is considered an asset.

Pay: $45.00-$60.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off
Vision care

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

progressive: 5 years (required)

Language:

English (required)

Location:

Yellowknife, NT (required)

Work Location: In person

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