Medical Travel Specialist - Jobs in Cambridge Bay, NU

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Community:Cambridge BayReference number:10-507533Type of employment:IndeterminateType of Employment 2:This employment opportunity is restricted to Nunavut Inuit who reside in Cambridge Bay only.Union Status:This position is included in the Nunavut Employees UnionSalary:$ 71,731 per year, 37.5 hours/weekNorthern Allowance:$ 20,891 per yearNo staff housing availableClosing Date:Friday, November 25, 2022 - 11:59pmThis employment opportunity is restricted to Nunavut Inuit who reside in Cambridge Bay only.Please note that COVID-19 immunization is a mandatory condition of employment. Submit proof of COVID-19 immunization with your application.Reporting to the Medical Travel Supervisor, the Medical Travel Specialist is responsible for arranging, coordinating, and recording transportation services. It will have a major influence on the financial resources of the travel budget and the Department of Finance budget for the GN employee Medical Travel Assistance Program. The position must be proactive in making decisions within the often, conflicting demands and tasks of this position. Exercising tact and discretion, demonstrating the ability to work in a professional manner and preserving the confidentiality of traveler’s personal information are required. The position will significantly contribute to the overall success of the unit coordinating by, recording and providing travel arrangements.The Medical Travel Specialist ensures the provision of efficient, timely and cost-effective medical travel; operate a comprehensive referral service for non-government and non-insured residents to health facilities and boarding homes; maintain records of travel and accommodation use; and the position is responsible for the financial management of a department corporate credit card.The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a High School Diploma, along with two (2) years’ experience working in an office environment.This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacanciesIf you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to hrkitikmeot@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of Nunavummiut. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit. Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Nunavut Priority Hiring Policy.
• Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
• Applicants may submit their resume in the Official Language of their choice.
• Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
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Contact:Department of Human Resources (Cambridge Bay)Government of NunavutP.O. Box 2375Cambridge Bay, Nunavut X0B 0C0Phone: 867-983-4058Toll free: 1-866-667-6624Fax: 867-983-4061Email: hrkitikmeot@gov.nu.cawww.gov.nu.ca/human-resourcesQuick Apply

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