Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $77,000.00 Annually

The Opportunity: Employee Relations Manager

Term: Permanent Full-time (37.5 hours per week) with a 6-month probationary period

Salary Range: $70,000-77,000 per year depending on experience

Benefits: Extended health care and pension matching

Location: A combination of remote and Alert Bay offices

Deadline To Apply: Open Until Filled | Review Begins: October 2026 | Start Date: TBD

About Nawalakw
The mission of Nawalakw is to provide healing and wellness to our people through a revitalization of our Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw language and culture and opportunities for economic and social resilience. We aim to become the first place on earth where Kwak̓wala is once again spoken fluently by youth and elders alike. At Nawalakw, we come together to reawaken who we are, to dream together, to uplift our people and create a deeper connection and beautiful future for our lands and generations to come. For more information, visit: nawalakw.com .

Position Summary
We are hiring an Employee Relations Manager to lead foundational HR strategy, culture,



and systems that support long-term organizational sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration: Oversee HR strategy, employee relations, compensation strategy management, onboarding/offboarding, and HRIS (ADP Workforce Now).

Onboarding, Transition and Support: Collaborate with the outgoing Manager of People and Possibilities to build relationships, understand organizational practices, and work with the Circle of Stewards to continue to build Nawalakw as a culturally grounded organization.

Policy and Culture: Translate organizational goals into practical tools, policies, and workflows that empower managers and foster an inclusive workplace.

Please visit our website for a detailed job description including responsibilities and duties.

Hiring Requirements
Ability to provide official copies of academic and certification records and references for equivalent work experience

Agree to and explicit a Vulnerable Sector Check.

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📌 Employee Relations Manager (British Columbia)
🏢 Nawalakw Community Foundation
📍 British Columbia