Do you have the knack for numbers and problem solving? Come put your skills to work! As the Employment Standards InspectionsCollections Officer you will navigate legislation, dive into payroll records, investigate workplace issues, and manage collections; while supporting employees and employers navigate workplace obligations fairly in the NWT.

Bring your calculator, curiosity and attention to detail, we have the challenges waiting.

The Inspection and Collections Officer perform 3 - 4 payroll inspections per week and manages approximately 200 collection files including opening an estimated 50 - 100 new files each year.

The work has a direct impact on employers and employees in the Northwest Territories.

Through the inspection of payroll records, Key Responsibilities Performs inspections and audits payroll records to ensure compliance with the Employment Standards Act.

Provides technical information and advice to employers and employees about the Employment Standards Act in order to improve compliance.

Administers Employment Standards collection action to obtain and make payments owed to individuals in accordance with the Employment Standards Act.

Administers accurate financial information management and record keeping systems.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire an understanding of the rules of evidence and some knowledge of Small Claims, Territorial and Supreme Court Rules and procedures with respect to the filing of orders, Writs of Execution, Garnishee Summons, Affidavits, Orderly Payment of Debt, etc.





Knowledge of and/or the ability to acquire knowledge of provisions of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, Creditors Relief Act, and the Territorial Court Act.

Knowledge of general accounting practices and principles, and computerized accounting systems.

Knowledge of northern community life and cross-cultural issues.

Able to work in a computerized work setting with relevant skills such as operating systems, word processing, worksheets, scheduler, internet and email.

Key Qualifications would be attained by A business, commerce, accounting, or related diploma, and one (1) year of payroll / auditing / bookkeeping experience, and one (1) year of collections or accounts receivable experience. A business, accounting, or related certificate, and two (2) years of payroll / auditing / bookkeeping experience, and two (2) years of collections or accounts receivable experience. GNWT Inquiries Inquiries Only: Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.





Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 28542 Closing Date: November 18, 2026 at 23:59, Mountain Time Salary Information The salary range for this position is from $52.00 per hour to $62.09 per hour (approximately $101,400 - $121,076) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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📌 Inspections and Collections Officer (Yellowknife)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
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