Victim Services Manager - Jobs in Iqaluit, NU

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Community:IqaluitReference number:05-507550Type of Employment 2:This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.Union Status:This position is included in the Nunavut Employees UnionSalary:$105,342 to $119,511 per year, 37.5 hours/weekNorthern Allowance:$16,008 per yearNo staff housing availableClosing Date:Friday, December 2, 2022 - 11:59pmThis employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.Reporting to the Director of Community Justice, the Manager of Victim Services (Manager) administers and promotes victims of crime initiatives within Nunavut. The Manger of Victim Services provides senior level expertise and support to the Director of Community Justice, the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Government of Nunavut (GN).The position is accountable for the development of legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, and standard of care for victims issues. The Manager advises and collaborates with Community Justice, other DOJ divisions, other GN departments, and community stakeholders on victim needs and their issues. The Manager is responsible for developing and expanding programs to address the needs of victims in the Criminal Justice System and other alternative measures to the Criminal Justice System. The Manager monitors and evaluates existing and newly developed services and programs for victims of crime. The incumbent supervises subordinate staff and provides executive assistance to the Victim Assistance Committee and manages all financial obligations for the Victim Services programming. Another important function of this position is to provide public education and awareness about victims issues, programming, services and supports.Typically, the knowledge, skills and abilities would be acquired through a degree completion from a recognized post-secondary institution in Social Science, Criminal Justice, or related field. Minimum of three (3) years of related work experience in assisting victims of crime or related field along with a minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience in a related field is required. 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 two or more 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.Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to gnhr@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce, therefore priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.

Contact:Department of Human Resources (Iqaluit)Government of NunavutP.O. Box 1000, Station 430 Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0Phone: 867-975-6222Toll Free: 1-888-668-9993Fax: 867-975-6220Email: gnhr@gov.nu.cawww.gov.nu.ca/public-jobsQuick Apply

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