Manager - HR

The Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) has an exciting opportunity for strong Human Resources professional. Join a dynamic team that works to serve 33 First Nations in the area, we are here to support and contribute to a strong health system by providing a variety of essential health services to the people of Northern and remote communities. The Human Resources Manager will lead the human resource efforts within defined Health and Support Services areas and participate in leading specific HR functional responsibilities. Reporting to the Senior Director of People and Culture, the Human Resources Manager will assess defined HR employees to ensure effective client services and care. 2026 Annual Salary Range: $100,916 - 147,370 Position Type: Full Time Permanent Posting Type: This job posting is for an existing vacancy Closing Date: September 4, 2026 Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (s.16 (1)CHRA) Ideal Candidates will possess: * * Business Administration Degree/Diploma in Human Resources or equivalent combination of skills and experience acceptable to SLFNHA. CHRP designation would be an asset. * Minimum of five (5) years’ Human Resources experience, preferably in a supervisory position. Previous health care staffing an asset. * Knowledge of Ontario labour and employment legislation. * Demonstrated experienced in consulting leaders in managing employment issues and concerns: Investigating, progressive discipline, recruitment, planning, performance management, disability management, etc. * Demonstrated experience managing human resources functional areas such as Benefits, Health and Safety, Recruitment, HRIS, Policy, Disability, etc. * Experience working in a First Nations community and ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset. * Demonstrated excellent communication skills, able to clearly convey information to multi-disciplinary teams. * Natural problem solver who is comfortable managing difficult employment situation in a fair and objective manner. * Highly developed interpersonal skills, calm, resilient, adaptable and able to embrace challenges. * Ability to work with all levels of staff (independently or as part of a team) internally/externally and build relationships with stakeholders. * Excellent client service skills with the ability to earn and retain client confidence. * Strong computer skills and excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application. We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees: * Pension plan * Fitness reimbursement program * Comprehensive insurance coverage * Professional development opportunities * Relocation assistance

The Human Resources Manager will lead HR efforts within defined health and support service areas while reporting to the Senior Director of People and Culture. They are responsible for assessing HR employees to ensure effective client services and managing functional areas such as recruitment, performance management, and disability management.

Candidates must possess a degree or diploma in Business Administration or Human Resources with at least five years of relevant experience, preferably in a supervisory role. Knowledge of Ontario labour legislation and experience in a First Nations community are highly valued assets.

• Pension plan • Fitness reimbursement program • Comprehensive insurance coverage • Professional development opportunities • Relocation assistance

• Customer servicePreferred
• RecruitmentPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Policy developmentPreferred
• interpersonal skillsPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• Communication SkillsPreferred
• Conflict ResolutionPreferred

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• Human resources management
• Labour legislation
• Employment law
• Performance management
• Disability management
• Recruitment
• Policy development
• Health and safety
• HRIS
• Conflict resolution
• Communication skills
• Problem solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Client service
• Leadership
• Strategic planning
• Support Services
• Recruitment Planning
• Resilience
• Business Administration
• Certified Human Resources Professional
• Client Services
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Consulting
• Disability Management
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Performance Management
• Employment Protection Legislation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Director of Human Resources
• Human Resources Manager
• Human Resource Managers
• Human Resources Managers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week