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Northlands College is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable recruitment and hiring practices that support workforce sustainability, reconciliation, and northern community development. All recruitment and selection processes are conducted in accordance with College policy, the applicable SGEU collective agreement, and privacy legislation, and are guided by the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and merit.

All members of hiring committees, including both union and management representatives, are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding applicant information and committee deliberations. This obligation protects the privacy of candidates and ensures the integrity and credibility of the recruitment process.

Hiring committees are responsible for ensuring that recruitment and selection decisions are fair, consistent, and unbiased. This includes the use of clear and consistent evaluation criteria, the active mitigation of unconscious bias, and decision‑making that is transparent, evidence‑based, and aligned with the required skills, qualifications, and competencies of the position. The College values internal career development and is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration to qualified internal candidates.

Northlands College seeks candidates who meet the qualifications of the position and demonstrate the skills, experience, and professional competencies required for success. In alignment with the College’s commitment to reconciliation, Indigenous workforce participation, and northern capacity‑building, priority consideration will be given to qualified candidates who self‑declare Indigenous ancestry and/or Northern Saskatchewan residency, where skills, qualifications, and suitability for the position are met, and where permitted under applicable legislation and collective agreements.

To support transparency and equitable access to employment opportunities, the College is committed to advertising all job vacancies, including both in‑scope (as defined by the applicable collective agreement) and out‑of‑scope positions. Postings will be communicated broadly and consistently to ensure employees and the public are informed of available opportunities and the processes used to fill them.

Beyond recruitment, Northlands College is committed to strengthening human relationships within northern communities by fostering a workplace culture grounded in respect, collaboration, and shared purpose. Our people are central to our success, and we believe that meaningful relationships among staff, students, and communities are essential to delivering relevant, impactful education across the North.

As technology continues to evolve, the College embraces innovation to enhance – rather than replace human connection. We are committed to staying current with technological advancements and applying them thoughtfully to enrich learning, expand access, and strengthen services, while remaining grounded in providing an exceptional student experience.

We prioritize the growth, development, and well‑being of our team by providing an enriching and supportive environment that encourages learning, adaptability, and shared ownership. Before considering workforce reductions or role eliminations, the College is committed to exploring opportunities for skill development, redeployment, and organizational growth that enable our people to evolve alongside the institution.

Through these commitments, Northlands College and its hiring committees work collaboratively to uphold best practices, foster trust and accountability, and ensure confidence in the fairness, transparency, and sustainability of our workforce decisions, today and into the future.