National Ctr. for Truth & Reconciliation

Vice-President (Indigenous)

Position number: 35718

Date posted: February 2, 2026

Advertised until: February 9, 2026

Job details

Human Resources Specialist - Level 6 (EMAPS)

Continuing Full-Time

Full-time:

Yes

Permanent:

Yes

Work schedule:

35 Hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)

Salary:

$35.31 to $49.43 per hour

Expected Start Date

March 2, 2026

Trial/Probation period:

1820 hours worked

For more information please contact: Lisa Thompson - lisa.thompson@umanitoba.ca (2044746069)

Qualifications

This position is designated for Indigenous candidates. Applicants must self-declare on their cover letter/resume as Indigenous (First Nation, Metis and/or Inuit)

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• An undergraduate degree or equivalent training in Human Resources, Business Administration or related area is required.
• Must have a valid class 5 license.
• CPHR Designation is an asset.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years of directly related human resources and/or office administrative experience required.
• Experience working with Indigenous Organizations, peoples, elders and communities is required.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards, and policies/ procedures related to human resources required.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures is required.
• Knowledge of the history of the Residential School System and the mandate of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in Canada is required.
• Thorough knowledge of application of collective agreement is required.
• Knowledge of in-house University software systems (EPIC, Concur) is required.
• Knowledge of University policies/procedures are required.
• Experience in a direct or indirect leadership role is an asset.
• Experience working in a complex unionized environment is an asset.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must possess a high degree of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and other software is required.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to exhibit tactful and diplomatic behavior when working with many types of individuals, required.
• Proficiency in multi-tasking in order to meet competing deadlines is required.
• Proven organizational and time management skills required.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality with respect to all communications and records required.
• Ability to coordinate workflow, identify processes requiring improvement and recommend, develop and implement modifications to improve efficiency or develop and implement new processes as required.
• Ability to create and maintain detailed spreadsheets and databases to manipulate data for reporting required.
• The ability to work alone and as part of a team is required.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and circumstances is required.
• Ability to influence, lead and motivate others required.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

OTHER JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to speak French or an Indigenous language preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinates all Human Resource functions and the entire recruitment process, from the initial request to fill out to the completion of the letter of offer.
• Assembles the hiring committee, arranges interviews, participates on hiring committee, conducts reference checks, drafts the justification of selection, initiates formal job offer in UM Careers, and onboards all staff.
• Advises supervisors and unit leads on the review and development of job descriptions.
• Advises and assists unit leads with review and screening of qualified applicants.
• Oversees submission of all HR forms for new staff and students.
• Oversees the coordination of annual performance reviews, probationary reviews, step increases, reviews the job description for changes.
• Collects, maintains, tracks, and ensured data integrity on administrative filing systems for all staff records.
• Coordinates end of employee checklist and exit interview.
• Tracks and monitors all employee training.
• Acts as a conduit between central Human Resources and the faculty.
• Provides HR support to the directors and unit leads on a wide range of issues.
• Refers complex and/or anomalies to Director of Operations, as needed.
• Develop standards for Onboarding and works with hiring managers to initiate positive work relationships to build productivity and retention across support staff roles.
• Ensures all required staff training is current and maintains records on training.
• Manages any employee leaves in consultation with the Director of Operations and liaises with Employee Wellness as needed.
• Audit, reviews and reports on vacation and overtime banks review and salary increments
• Acts as a first point of contact for performance issues and disciplinary issues for support staff.
• Lead reporting staff and in providing advice on all aspects of the contracts and collective agreements.
• Navigates ambiguous situations making informed decision where guidelines are not clearly defined.
• Recognizes when decisions require the involvement of Staff Relations, AESES and the Executive Director.
• Addresses staff grievances and resolving disputes pulling in appropriate supports as required.
• Identifies HR training opportunities for the faculty and staff and collaborates with central Human Resources in the development and delivery of same.
• Identifies, develops and implements system/process changes.
• Drives strategic HR plans forward and builds the Centre resources and SOP's.
• Participates in annual strategic planning.
• Initiates and manages the appointments of seasonal employees.
• Reviews and keeps records of all forms for the Centre and submits to Human Resources and Payroll.
• Promote open communication, address employee concerns promptly, and promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity.
• Supervises, coaches, trains, and provides direction to the NCTR receptionist.
• Serves as Department/Building representative committees.
• Tracks and monitors all computer and office equipment.
• Maintains capital asset inventory files and complete U of M inventory forms as received.
• Performs routine inventory checks.
• Submits requests for key and card swipe access and maintains in a database for tracking.
• Oversees incident investigations as it pertains to on-the-job injuries.
• Provides confidential administrative support to the Director of Operations Culture and Events as required.
• Processes honourariums and travel and business expense claims for guests and Elders as required.
• Reconciles monthly VISA transactions as required.
• Acts as backup for Payroll entries.
• Runs the Pay Authorization and works closely with the Director of Finance and Contracts.
• Acts as a back up for NCTR Reception if needed.
• May lead or participate in special projects assigned.
• May travel as required to meetings, Indigenous communities, traditional ceremonies and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional information

This position is full-time and requires on-site, in-office work. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.