Recruitment and Training Coordinator Gitxsan Development Corporation Location: On Site (100%) — South Hazelton, BC Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary Range: $50,000 CAD to $60,000 CAD per year Human Resources Human Resources Manager At Gitxsan Development Corporation (GDC), we are part of a shared vision for the Gitxsan Nation’s economic independence and long-term prosperity. Rooted in Gitxsan Ayookw (law) and guided by traditional governance, we blend cultural values with modern business to create meaningful opportunities for our communities. Through our growing network of subsidiaries, including Gitxsan Environmental Services (GES) and Gitxsan Safety Services (GSS), we deliver community-driven work that supports local economic growth, quality jobs.

We are a fast-growing organization and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our values of respect, hard work, and community. The Recruitment and Training Coordinator manages the daily administration and coordination of Skills & Training programs at the Gitxsan Learning Centre and Gitxsan Academy, while driving grassroots recruitment campaigns, public relations initiatives, and PPE inventory logistics across the organization. Based on-site in South Hazelton, this role serves as the visible bridge between community members, training programs, and active field employment across GDC subsidiaries.

While the HR Manager maintains overall strategy and accountability for recruiting and HR operations, the Coordinator leads on-the-ground candidate engagement, plans and executes outreach campaigns, maps skill and ticket requirements to open job roles, manages safety equipment logistics, and fosters strong local community relationships.

Recruitment Campaign

Coordination & Public Relations Assist the HR Manager in planning, executing, and tracking local recruitment campaigns tied directly to active job openings across GDC subsidiaries. Safety/First Aid, S100/S185, Traffic Control, Security, Environmental, Logistics) to open job opportunities, educating prospective candidates on explicit pathways to employment. Lead local public relations outreach by creating, printing, and distributing flyers, posters, and newsletters across community bulletin boards, band offices, and local print outlets (e.g., Coordinate local recruitment and training updates across GDC social media platforms, monitoring inquiries and managing candidate intake.

Represent GDC at local career fairs, employment events, and community gatherings to promote current job vacancies and training opportunities. Manage central inventory, ordering, and logistics for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety gear for field employees and course participants. Issue PPE to new hires during onboarding, ensuring proper sizing, fit,



and completion of required HR issuance and sign-out agreements.

Deliver basic onboarding instruction regarding the proper care, maintenance, and daily inspection of assigned safety gear. Coordinate the recovery and inventory reconciliation of high-value PPE during employee offboarding and terminations. Coordinate with Operations Administration to track and allocate PPE inventory costs accurately across GDC subsidiaries (e.g., Program Coordination & Facility Administration Open and close the Gitxsan Learning Centre as required, managing schedules to maximize facility usage.

Coordinate training logistics, including room bookings, classroom setup, supplies, instructor support, and participant logistics (e.g., Register students for training programs, facilitate in-class orientations, and provide basic technical support for classroom computers and software. Manage and maintain the Gitxsan Academy learning software and related systems. Order and maintain classroom and office supplies as needed.

Student & Community Engagement Conduct direct phone and word-of-mouth outreach to community members to confirm course attendance and follow up on recruitment inquiries. Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with local band offices, employment coordinators, and regional training partners (e.g., Maintain a welcoming, accessible presence at the Gitxsan Learning Centre for community members seeking job or training guidance. Maintain accurate databases (e.g., AirTable, UKG) for course attendance, training status, certifications, candidate rosters, PPE inventory, and employee records.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on course completion, facility usage, PPE allocation, and recruitment campaign outreach. Distribute and track post-training participant surveys to measure course effectiveness.

Human

Resources & Workforce Development Support Support the HR Manager with candidate intake, initial application screening, interview scheduling, and recruitment administration. Assist with employee onboarding activities, including orientation coordination, policy acknowledgments, PPE fitting/issuance, and training-related documentation. Coordinate and track mandatory employee training, safety ticket renewals, and compliance requirements under HR guidance.

Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy of all applicant and employee information in accordance with privacy policies. Contribute to special projects, operational initiatives,



and continuous improvement activities that support GDC's growth goals. Provide administrative and operational support to other departments, subsidiaries, or community events as required.

Key Performance

Indicators (KPIs) Recruitment Campaign Outreach: Successful execution of multi-channel recruitment campaigns (print, social media, community boards), resulting in filled training cohorts and steady candidate pipelines for open roles. Trainee-to-Applicant Conversion: PPE & Asset Compliance: 100% accuracy in PPE inventory tracking, ensuring all gear is documented via sign-out agreements, safety-compliant, and successfully recovered during employee offboarding.

Database & Compliance Accuracy: Timely entry of participant sign-ups, attendance, and uploaded tickets in AirTable and UKG without error backlogs.

Facility Usage & Course Completion: High completion rates for scheduled training courses and optimized scheduling of the Gitxsan Learning Centre.

Community Engagement: Consistent, positive networking touchpoints with local band offices, community members, and regional workforce partners. Minimum 1–2 years of experience in training coordination, administrative support, local recruitment assistance, or community outreach. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strong public outreach and social media abilities.

Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills with high attention to detail. Friendly, professional, and confident engaging with community members, students, instructors, and leadership. Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, social media management, and database tools (e.g., Familiarity with audiovisual (AV) equipment and classroom technology.

Valid

Class 5 BC Driver’s License (required for local travel and campaign distribution).

Experience working with Indigenous communities, local band offices, or community-based programs in Northern BC. Familiarity with WorkSafeBC PPE standards, inventory tracking, safety tickets, or vocational training requirements. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting education, skills development, and workforce readiness initiatives within the Gitxsan community.

You will join a collaborative and community-focused environment committed to growth, learning, and opportunity. We invest in our people through strong benefits, professional development, flexible work options, and opportunities for all experience levels. Diversity, Inclusion & Respect We believe diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our organization and the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Gitxsan Community members and welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our values of respect, hard work, and community. #

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