Job Description

About Musqueam

We are traditional h?n?q??min??m? speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is m??k??y?. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca

Position Summary:

The Recruitment Specialist plays a key role in supporting the Human Resources (HR) Department at the Musqueam Indian Band. Reporting to the HR Manager, this position is responsible for assisting the various managers in the full-cycle recruitment process across all departments. This can include assistance in job description development and updating, advertising, candidate review, interviews, and onboarding. This positions helps to ensure Musqueam attracts and retains top talent.



The Recruitment Specialist ensures hiring practices are inclusive, equitable, and reflective of Musqueam's commitment to capacity-building and meaningful employment opportunities. This position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, a high degree of cultural awareness, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with staff, department leads, community members, and external candidates.



Roles & Responsibilities



Recruitment and Selection

Assist in full-cycle recruitment for all departments, including job description review, advertising, publishing postings, candidate sourcing, screening, phone interviews, interview coordination, reference checks, and salary negotiation. Work closely with hiring managers to ensure position profiles, job descriptions, and interview materials accurately reflect departmental requirements and Musqueam's values. Ensure job postings are shared across appropriate platforms, including the Musqueam website, social media, Indigenous and local employment boards, and relevant networks. Coordinate and support interview panels, ensuring a fair, transparent, and consistent process. Ensure compliance with Musqueam policies, procedures, and applicable employment legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

Onboarding and Orientation

Support the HR Manager in leading the redesign of Musqueam's onboarding and orientation program to reflect cultural values, organizational priorities, and evolving best practices. Deliver and coordinate onboarding sessions for new hires to ensure a welcoming, informative, and culturally grounded introduction to Musqueam. Ensure pre-employment documentation, background checks, and internal setup processes are completed accurately and efficiently. Collaborate with hiring managers to ensure smooth transitions for new employees into their roles and departments.

Community and Employment Outreach

Build and maintain strong relationships with the Musqueam community, promoting employment opportunities and supporting initiatives to increase Musqueam member participation in the workforce. Represent Musqueam at job fairs, community events, and networking functions to strengthen employer branding and recruit Indigenous talent. Support the HR Manager in developing internship, mentorship, and co-op programs to foster employment pathways for Musqueam members and youth.

HR Systems and Administration

Maintain accurate, confidential, and organized recruitment and new hire records. Assist in inputting new hires accurately into HRIS System, this can include original enrollment, and updating assignments/management assignments, and back end employee details.

Other duties as assigned.



Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment. Outside work hours may be required for events and career fairs.

Roles and Responsibilities

Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum two (2) years of progressive experience in recruitment, preferably in a public sector, Indigenous government, or multi-departmental organization. Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, employment standards, and equitable hiring principles. Skilled in candidate screening, interviewing, and salary negotiation. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, community-based environment. Creative and open-minded approach to designing and implementing new HR programs and systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent Musqueam professionally in all interactions. Strong organizational and time management abilities, with attention to detail and deadlines.

Why work for Musqueam?

Our success as a leader as a First Nations Government is built on the traditional teachings of our people, initiative and dedication of the Musqueam Indian Band. Providing a highly engaged traditional government that is member focused.

Competitive salary Training and career development Business casual environment Community fitness and gym access Comprehensive group benefits plan and pension plan * Centrally located with free parking; free onsite gym and class access; close to nature trails at UBC and along the Fraser River, shops, restaurants and services.