Manager, Human Resources

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Workplace Type: On-site

Recruiter: Tina Henry

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Reporting to the VP, HR and Talent, the Manager, Human Resources, plans, directs, and coordinates activities to maximize the strategic use of human resources, which includes benefits and compensation, recruitment, employee relations, personnel policies, and training and development. This role also manages Teck’s contract with NANA Management Services (NMS), who provide camp management, custodial and catering services for the Red Dog site, consisting of 3 camps, totaling over 600 beds.

Rotation Schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 1 week off-site

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Lead the strategic design, implementation, and evaluation of training and development programs across all employee groups to ensure alignment with organizational goals and operational excellence. Oversee initiatives such as supervisor development, compliance and safety related training, and the Engineer in Training (EIT) rotation program, ensuring consistency and impact across Red Dog operations
• Oversee implementation of performance management framework, providing direction and support to leaders in competency development, career pathing, and performance calibration. Ensures compliance, effectiveness, and continuous improvement through audits and data-driven insights
• Accountable for NANA Shareholder Hire and Development as part of partnership agreement, overseeing the development of recruitment and development programs that support increasing Shareholder Hire and development of Shareholders in Exempt positions
• Responsible for enforcing the Teck/NANA Operating Agreement including participation as a member of the Teck/NANA Employment & Training Committee in working towards increased Shareholder employment opportunities
• Direct recruitment strategy and workforce planning for all exempt and non-exempt positions at Red Dog Mine. Partners with senior leadership to forecast talent needs, enhance employer branding, and ensure equitable and efficient hiring practices
• Provide oversight and partnership to NMS in optimizing operational and financial performance under the MSA contract. Conducts monthly financial reviews, variance analysis, and forecasting to ensure fiscal accountability and alignment with business objectives
• Develop and implement site-wide HR and employee relations policies, ensuring consistency, legal compliance, and alignment with corporate values and operational needs
• Serve as a key advisor to site leadership on employee relations matters, including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations. Ensures fair and consistent application of policies and practices
• Lead the preparation and analysis of HR metrics and compliance reporting, including turnover, workforce demographics, 401(k) discrimination testing, and EEO reporting. Uses data to inform strategic decisions and continuous improvement
• Manage the HR department budget, including monthly variance reviews, forecasting, and resource allocation. Ensures financial stewardship and alignment with organizational priorities
• Act as Person in Charge (PIC) in the absence of the General Manager, providing continuity of leadership and decision-making support to site operations. Participates as member of the senior management team in providing overall direction for the Red Dog operation
• Champion continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration, taking on special projects and initiatives that advance HR strategy and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with site leadership and other HR managers to implement corporate improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development or related discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of degree
• Ten (10) years of progressive Human Resources experience, with demonstrated capability across multiple functional areas, including employee training and development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, HR policy development, and general HR operations
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience. Experience should include leading teams, influencing business decision making, and overseeing site wide HR initiatives
• Experience administering third party…