Job Description

Northern Rockies Regional Municipality

Human Resources Manager

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With recreation at your doorstep, affordable living and big city amenities--all within a small, friendly town-- Fort Nelson offers you the chance to spend less time commuting, save money on housing, and enjoy more time living.

If an annual salary range of $108,389 to $135,486, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, 4 weeks of vacation, and a travel grant sounds appealing, We would love to hear from you!



The NRRM is looking for an experienced and motivated professional to join our

Management Team

. The

Human Resources Manager

supports the Municipality's mission to deliver high-quality, responsive, and sustainable services. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this role develops, implements, and manages programs and policies across Human Resources, Labour Relations, and Occupational Health and Safety.



The Human Resources Manager provides strategic guidance and expert advice to managers and staff to ensure municipal policies, programs, and practices foster a positive, productive workplace, align with Council priorities, and comply with legislation and collective agreements.



Candidates should hold a post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 5-7 years of progressive professional human resources experience, including labour relations and safety program management, preferably in a unionized municipal or public-sector setting. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (Employment Standards Act, Labour Relations Code, Human Rights Code, WorkSafeBC regulations, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act) and demonstrated experience in collective bargaining, grievance handling, and workplace investigations. Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation or eligibility preferred. A valid BC driver's license is required.



The ideal candidate has strong leadership, relationship-management, and interpersonal skills; excellent interviewing, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; sound business acumen and judgment to balance employee and organizational needs; and high proficiency with Microsoft Office and municipal software. This position is one of trust and requires a successful Police Information Check.



A complete job description is attached to the posting file online at

www.NorthernRockies.ca/Careers. We thank all applicants for their interest, and will notify all candidates upon receipt of their application.



Applications will be accepted until

4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 9, 2026.



Please apply with your resume and cover letter via e-mail to:

Erin La Vale, CPHR

Deputy CAO/Director of Human Resources

NORTHERN ROCKIES REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY

Bag Service 399 | Fort Nelson, BC | V0C 1R0

Email:

jobs@northernrockies.ca

In the Northern Rockies, we enjoy a well-rounded lifestyle. Our community is friendly and approachable--It's part of who we are to warmly welcome you and your family.

If you are looking for a welcoming place to live with an incredible natural playground right outside your door, the Northern Rockies could be the perfect fit for you.

Find out why Fort Nelson and the Northern Rockies is BC's best kept secret, visit our

Become a Local page

on the

Northern Rockies website

.




Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years


Experience : 5 years or more