Assistant Director - Human Resources - KRG

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the 

territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic 

individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:  

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES 

(Permanent, Full-time) 

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Assistant Director is responsible for 

overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the human resources team. The 

Assistant Director will lead and support the human resources team in their recruitment 

initiatives as well as their duties and in the areas of benefits management and payroll, and 

labour and employee relations. More precisely the Assistant Director will: 

• Oversee daily HR operations, including collective agreement interpretation, and 

disciplinary processes. 

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining HR policies and procedures, 

providing coaching and guidance to managers and employees. 

• Advise and support managers on HR policy interpretation and application. 

• Manage performance processes, including annual reviews, feedback, 

performance improvement plans, and terminations. 

• Support or lead programs related to recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, 

performance management, compensation, recognition, retention, organizational 

effectiveness, and health & safety. 

• Identify professional development opportunities for employees and coordinate the 

delivery of learning and development activities. 

• Manage the succession management plan for management level beneficiary 

employees. 

• Oversee employment equity and pay equity programs to ensure legislative 

compliance. 

• Contribute to strategic planning and departmental initiatives. 

• Support the Director and act as proxy when required. 

REQUIREMENTS 

• University degree in Human Resources or in a related field or equivalent work 

experience will also be considered.  

• Be a member in good standing and possess a recognized human resource 

professional designation. 

• Five (5) years of demonstrated work experience managing a team. 

• Work experience in a municipal or public sector organization and in a unionized 

environment. 

• In depth knowledge of applicable legislation in Québec and Canada. 

• Proven leadership and decision-making skills. 

• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.  

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. 

• Experience in a cross-cultural or multi-ethnic environment will be considered an 

asset (preferably within indigenous communities) 

Place of work: Kuujjuaq 

Salary:  Min: $ 107,958/year, max: $ 148,426/year based on 35 hours/week 

Other benefits: 

Cost of living differential: Minimum of $8,500/year 

Food allowance: Minimum of $3,903/year 

Annual leave trips: maximum of 3 per person annually 

Pension Plan: RRSP 

Group Insurance 

Vacation: 20 days/year plus 10 days in lieu of overtime 

Statutory Holidays: 20 days including 10 during Christmas holidays. 

Please submit your résumé in English to: 

Human Resources 

Kativik Regional Government 

P.O. Box 9 

Kuujjuaq (Québec) J0M 1C0 

Email: hrdirector@krg.ca  

Fax: 819-964-2975  

We thank all applicants for your interest.  However, due to the volume of applications 

only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. 

The KRG is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with this and with the James Bay and Northern Québec 

Agreement, conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit candidates.