HR Manager FT Perm The Pas 25-116 (REVISED)
Top Benefits
About the role
UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional
territories and homelands of many Indigenous
peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River
Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have
continuously maintained homelands in northern
Manitoba since time immemorial. The First
Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into
treaty relationships with the Crown (within our
region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -
and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located
within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has
also become home to other Indigenous peoples.
We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all
Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation,
and learning.
COMPETITION TYPE
Open Competition to the Public
COMPETITION NUMBER
25-116
CLOSING DATE
October 17, 2025
SALARY RANGE
$110,150 to $134,888 per
annum plus, remoteness
allowance if applicable
POSITION LOCATION
The Pas, Manitoba
POSITION TYPE
The position is excluded from
the bargaining unit
APPLY TO
Email: dkondakor@ucn.ca
(PDF preferred format)
University College of the
North,
Attention: Human Resources
P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7
Fax: (204) 623-4414
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Human Resources
UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering
more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work
environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and offer a generous Total
Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including
tuition waivers.
DUTIES
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager is accountable for the planning, delivery, consultative
services and management of staff responsible for operational human resources and pay and benefits services for UCN. The position is also
responsible for the administration and interpretation of policies and procedures, and translating them into operational terms for management,
and to ensure compliance under the relevant legislative requirements and collective agreement. In a professional capacity, the Human
Resources Manager works collaboratively with leaders at all levels within and across departments and faculties to accomplish a
comprehensive and operational human resource services delivery model that supports the success of UCN through continuous improvement.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Post-secondary degree in human resource management or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered
- A minimum of 5 years of HR management, with extensive experience in staffing, labour relations, payroll and benefits administration,
organizational development and legislation and contract interpretation.
-
Extensive experience preparing a variety of written communication including investigation reports, and formal communications.
-
Knowledge and experience in managing salary and / or operational budgets.
-
Experience leading process/quality continuous improvement and providing solutions to challenges
-
Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
-
Must be a team leader experienced in building team engagement and capacity through establishing and maintaining strong lines of
communication, trusting relationships, accountability and employee development.
-
Proficiency in MS Office 365 and office technologies (managing an electronic calendar, databases, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
-
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work with vast amounts of information and meet deadlines
while working under pressure.
-
Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to understand diversity, cultural influences, and issues specific to northern and Indigenous communities
-
Knowledge of change management principles and experience managing change.
-
Effective conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills through collaboration.
-
Commitment to life-long learning.
ASSETS
• CPHR Designation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their
resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational
Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment
organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)
UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous
candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples,
persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given
consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human
Resources.
Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, including
references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).
For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca
About University College of the North
The University College of the North is an institution devoted to community and northern development and reflects the Aboriginal reality and cultural diversity of northern Manitoba.\UCN has two main campuses in The Pas, Manitoba, Canada and Thompson, Manitoba, Canada, complete with a full range of services, twelve regional centers and a number of teaching locations. UCN's geographical intake area is almost 80% of the total area of Manitoba.
HR Manager FT Perm The Pas 25-116 (REVISED)
Top Benefits
About the role
UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional
territories and homelands of many Indigenous
peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River
Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have
continuously maintained homelands in northern
Manitoba since time immemorial. The First
Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into
treaty relationships with the Crown (within our
region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -
and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located
within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has
also become home to other Indigenous peoples.
We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all
Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation,
and learning.
COMPETITION TYPE
Open Competition to the Public
COMPETITION NUMBER
25-116
CLOSING DATE
October 17, 2025
SALARY RANGE
$110,150 to $134,888 per
annum plus, remoteness
allowance if applicable
POSITION LOCATION
The Pas, Manitoba
POSITION TYPE
The position is excluded from
the bargaining unit
APPLY TO
Email: dkondakor@ucn.ca
(PDF preferred format)
University College of the
North,
Attention: Human Resources
P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7
Fax: (204) 623-4414
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Human Resources
UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering
more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work
environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and offer a generous Total
Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including
tuition waivers.
DUTIES
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager is accountable for the planning, delivery, consultative
services and management of staff responsible for operational human resources and pay and benefits services for UCN. The position is also
responsible for the administration and interpretation of policies and procedures, and translating them into operational terms for management,
and to ensure compliance under the relevant legislative requirements and collective agreement. In a professional capacity, the Human
Resources Manager works collaboratively with leaders at all levels within and across departments and faculties to accomplish a
comprehensive and operational human resource services delivery model that supports the success of UCN through continuous improvement.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Post-secondary degree in human resource management or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered
- A minimum of 5 years of HR management, with extensive experience in staffing, labour relations, payroll and benefits administration,
organizational development and legislation and contract interpretation.
-
Extensive experience preparing a variety of written communication including investigation reports, and formal communications.
-
Knowledge and experience in managing salary and / or operational budgets.
-
Experience leading process/quality continuous improvement and providing solutions to challenges
-
Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
-
Must be a team leader experienced in building team engagement and capacity through establishing and maintaining strong lines of
communication, trusting relationships, accountability and employee development.
-
Proficiency in MS Office 365 and office technologies (managing an electronic calendar, databases, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
-
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work with vast amounts of information and meet deadlines
while working under pressure.
-
Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to understand diversity, cultural influences, and issues specific to northern and Indigenous communities
-
Knowledge of change management principles and experience managing change.
-
Effective conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills through collaboration.
-
Commitment to life-long learning.
ASSETS
• CPHR Designation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their
resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational
Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment
organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)
UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous
candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples,
persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given
consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human
Resources.
Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, including
references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).
For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca
About University College of the North
The University College of the North is an institution devoted to community and northern development and reflects the Aboriginal reality and cultural diversity of northern Manitoba.\UCN has two main campuses in The Pas, Manitoba, Canada and Thompson, Manitoba, Canada, complete with a full range of services, twelve regional centers and a number of teaching locations. UCN's geographical intake area is almost 80% of the total area of Manitoba.