The Human Resources Department is committed to building a healthy, values-driven workplace where Tla’amin employees, and future employees can grow, contribute, and succeed. Our work ensures that every employee has the tools, support, and environment they need to help the Nation achieve its long-term Comprehensive Nation Plan (CNP) goals.
Services We Offer
Human Resources (HR) provides guidance across the full employee lifecycle, from job postings and hiring through onboarding, training, and workplace support. As part of our ongoing commitment to a positive and productive work environment, we are developing new tools such as an employee handbook, updated job postings, improved communication processes, and culturally reflective organizational charts.
Whether you are a Tla’amin citizen exploring opportunities, a job seeker interested in joining the Nation, or a current employee needing support, our team is here to help you succeed.
We recommend sending an email to our general HR email for questions related to jobs, careers, and HR support to ensure your inquiry reaches the correct team member.
How do I contact HR?
- For Education, Community Services – Siobhan.Brown@tn-bc.ca
- For Public Works, Lands, Finance, Admin reach out to: Austyn.Pielle@tn-bc.ca
- For Health reach out to: Cathy.Lindenthaler@tn-bc-ca
- For Safety reach out to: Jordan.Mitchell@tn-bc.ca
Read more about full range of HR Services
From recruitment and onboarding through to compensation, employee relations, and professional development, HR provides the structure that keeps the Nation paddling forward together, ensuring staff have what they need to succeed in their roles and contribute to our shared goals.
Human Resources Services
Attracting and selecting the right people to join the organization. This is where the journey begins – choosing the right crew members for a successful voyage.
Integrating new employees into the organization. Helping new team members get familiar with the culture, tools, and expectations – like learning to paddle together.
Supporting respectful and collaborative relationships in the workplace – like keeping the canoe balanced.
Maintaining constructive relationships between Tla’amin, the union and employees – ensuring practices uphold our Collective Agreement.
Creating guidelines and procedures for consistent decision-making. These are the tools that guide the journey, ensuring everyone knows the route and rules.
Supporting employees to grow and develop in their roles. Encouraging each crew member to paddle effectively and contribute to progress.
Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. Protecting the crew from hazards and ensuring the journey is secure.
Providing fair pay for work performed. The resources that sustain the crew and recognize the contributions they make.
Offering additional support like health insurance, leave and retirement plans. Comforts and protections that help the crew stay well and focused.
Complying with laws and regulations governing employment. Understanding the legal boundaries of the journey to avoid dangerous waters.
Managing employee data and HR systems. Keeping track of the journey who’s on board, where we’ve been, and what’s ahead.
The shared values, beliefs, and behaviours within the organization. The energy and unity that keeps the crew motivated and aligned.
Encouraging ongoing development and education. Exploring new waters and growing skills to navigate future journeys.
For job-related questions, please email:
HR@tn-bc.ca