Human Resources Technician
status
Permanent / Full-time
department
Human Resources Department
Direct supervisor
Human Resources Coordinator
location
Kuujjuaq, Québec
jos posting end date
Open until Filled
Isuarsivik Regional Recovery Centre offers culturally responsive services that support the collective healing of Nunavimmiut and their loved ones facing trauma and addiction in Kuujjuaq, across communities, and beyond. The Centre focuses on reclaiming cultural identity as the foundation for healing, drawing on Inuit ancestral knowledge alongside modern care models such as motivational, psychoeducational, and emotionally-focused therapy.
At Isuarsivik, the Human Resources (HR) Department holds more than just an operational mandate—it plays a vital role in bringing the organization’s mission to life. By fostering a safe, supportive, and compassionate work environment, HR helps build a team of passionate, dedicated, and engaged individuals who are committed to the Centre’s collective healing mission.
In this context, the HR Technician supports the daily operations of the HR Department and contributes to a smooth and positive work environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and well-organized, ensuring that records are properly maintained, follow-ups are completed in a timely manner, and employees have access to accurate and up-to-date information.
Purpose of position
Reporting to the Human Resources Coordinator, the HR Technician will assist with the daily administrative functions of the HR Department, including the recruitment process, training and development, and the application of company policies and procedures.
Essential duties
and responsibilities
- Maintain and update employee files, records, and HR databases.
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Process documentation related to hiring, departures, and internal changes.
- Assist in posting job openings and managing applications.
- Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates.
- Respond to routine employee inquiries and provide information about HR policies and procedures.
- Track probation periods, contract renewals, and performance review timelines.
- Help ensure compliance with labour laws and organizational policies.
- Prepare reports and compile HR-related data for analysis.
- Perform other HR-related duties as assigned by the HR Manager or Coordinator.
Qualifications
Education
- Completed high school diploma.
Work experience
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in administration or human resources.
- Personal and professional experience of employee relations in a cross-cultural setting (an asset).
Knowledge and Skills
- Compassion, optimism, and agility.
- Passion for individual and team development.
- Strong ethical and moral compass.
- Ability to work and organize complex tasks independently.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
- Willingness to submit to a criminal records check.
Language
- Ability to read, write, and speak both Inuktitut and English (mandatory).
- Ability to read, write, and speak French (an asset)
Work environment
- Employment in Kuujjuaq with regular presence at the Centre;
- Highly competitive remuneration commensurate with experience;
- Access to northern allowances, benefits, and relocation support, in accordance with current policies;