EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
Department of Finance and Administration

Human Resources Generalist

About The CMM

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (The CMM) is a Tribal Council representing the eight Mi’kmaq communities of mainland Nova Scotia. Our mission is to proactively promote and assist Mi’kmaq communities’ initiatives towards self-determination and enhancement of community. The CMM’s

Department of Finance and Administration is currently looking for a motivated and knowledgeable candidate to fill the role of Human Resources Generalist.

Position Overview

Under the direction of and reporting to the Manager, Human Resources (HR), the Human Resources

Generalist is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing and evaluation of the operations of the

Human Resources department. They support the development and implementation of policies, programs and procedures regarding human resource planning, recruitment, training and development and job evaluations. Other duties will be assigned, as necessary.

Overview of Responsibilities:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and able to seek and take direction when needed.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a high pace environment.
• Very High-level attention to detail.
• Familiar with HR disciplines, including benefits administration, payroll and employee set-up, training and development, and policy interpretation and development.
• Familiarity and ability to work with HRIS software.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in an environment requiring discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral.
• Able to work unsupervised with a high level of productivity and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Nova Scotia Labour Code and Federal Labour Standards
• Ability to manage time and various activities effectively and efficiently.
• Proven problem-solving skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in an open-office and team environment.

Position Requirements:

• College Diploma or University Degree, with concentration in Human Resources, Public

Relations, Communications, or other related discipline, is an asset. (Recent graduates are encouraged to apply)

• A combination of relevant education and direct hands-on Human Resource work experience in an office environment.
• Proficiency in with Microsoft Office Suite of software.

Why work with us?

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (The CMM) is well known throughout Canada as a professional organization that is committed to providing a pleasant and healthy working environment for all its employees. As an organization, we understand that a great work/life balance is essential to success. As a full-time employee you can expect:

• An atmosphere that is both professional and family oriented.
• Enrollment in the organization’s benefits packages on your first day of employment with no waiting period, which includes Health & Dental, and Employee & Family Assistance Program

(EFAP).

• Generous amounts of paid time off (Paid Statutory Holidays plus St. Anne’s Day and Aboriginal

Day, Summer Shutdown (2 weeks), Christmas Shutdown (roughly 2 weeks), plus 1 week of discretionary vacation time (up to 2 weeks with 10 years of service).

• Social Committee, Staff Days, Staff Knowledge Days, etc.

If you would like to join The CMM Family, please see below on how to apply for this position.

Salary/Employment Term:

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 per year. This is a Permanent Position (pending successful one-year probationary contract).

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Submit Cover Letter AND Resume to: Human Resources

c/o The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
PO Box 1590, Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 5V3

Email: HR@cmmns.com

We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights

Commission. Only those applicants who provide an up-to-date CV along with a cover letter and qualify for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate may be required to submit a

current criminal record check. Non-Canadian applicants must be able to provide proof of current entitlement of eligibility to work in Canada.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Millbrook, NS B6L 1G5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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