Health and Wellness Programs Specialist
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The Department of Finance has the mandate to provide leadership and direction to the public service in all areas of finance and human resource management. This mandate includes negotiating major financial arrangements with the federal government, providing analysis and advice to the Financial Management Board, and ensuring that financial and information resources are managed effectively, efficiently and economically. This mandate also includes the recruitment and retention of a competent public service that is representative of the people it serves and the development of programs and services that effectively serve the human resource needs of the public service.
Job Information
Are you passionate about creating healthy, positive workplaces where people can thrive? The Government of the Northwest Territories is looking for a Health and Wellness Programs Specialist to lead corporate initiatives that support the mental, physical, and overall well-being of GNWT employees.
In this role, you will design, deliver, and evaluate wellness strategies and programs that make a real impact across the public service. You'll collaborate with departments, community partners, and experts to understand needs, introduce innovative wellness approaches, and support leaders in building strong, healthy workplace cultures.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement GNWT wide health and wellness programs and initiatives.
- Provide strategic advice to departments on workplace wellness plans and practices.
- Manage and evaluate the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- Build partnerships across government, industry, and community organizations.
- Create tools, resources, workshops, and communication materials that promote employee wellbeing.
- Analyze data and program metrics to measure impact and recommend improvements.
Key Qualifications: A relevant bachelors degree coupled with 2 years of progressive experience in one of Talent Management/ Human Resources/ Program Development/Health Promotion or similar role.
Equivalencies:
A relevant University/College Diploma coupled with 4 years of progressive experience in one of Talent Management/ Human Resources/ Program Development/Health Promotion or similar role.
Relevant fields of study may include Human Resources, Social Sciences, Social Work, Community/Health Studies or Public Health.
Similar positions may include:
- Public Health Program Coordinator
- Health Education Specialist
- Corporate Wellness Specialist
- Employee Wellness Program Manager
- Workplace Wellbeing Coordinator
- Occupational Health Program Coordinator
- HR advisor/consultant/analyst
- Psychology/counsellor
All other equivalencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a 1 Year Term
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Transfer Assignments
Transfer Assignments may be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27579
Closing Date: March 13, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116,259 - $138,879.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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