Title: Assistant Deputy Minister, Operations

Department: Human Resources

Community: Iqaluit

Requisition Number: 892

Type of Employment: Indeterminate

Salary range: $162,970 to $232,442 per year, 37.5 hours/week

Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year

Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available

Union Status: Senior Management- Excluded

Closing date: September 11, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

Reporting directly to the Deputy Minister (DM) of Human Resources, the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM), Operations, plays a strategic leadership role in Human Resources Operations branch consists of Employee Relations and Job Evaluation, Staffing (HQ), Regional Staffing, and Wellness. The ADM, Operations provides expert advice and strategic direction on human resources matters both internally (to senior management, the DM, and the Minister) and across all GN departments, boards and agencies.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic,



vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut.

Successful applicants will enjoy a market-competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Department of Human Resources The Department of Human Resources (HR) supports the Government of Nunavut in building a strong, skilled, and inclusive public service by attracting great talent, developing employees, and fostering workplaces where people can thrive. The department provides leadership in recruitment, training, HR policy, and Inuit employment initiatives, ensuring the public service has the capacity and support needed to serve Nunavummiut effectively.

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