Contracts Clerk - 2 Year Term
Job Summary
Department Information
Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.
Job Information
The duties of the Contracts Clerk position have an impact on Housing NWT Divisions and District staff, Local Housing Organizations, individual contractors/consultants/vendors, individual clients of the Corporation and the Financial Branch of the Department. The magnitude of the total budget impacted by this position ranges between $15 million to $20 million in Capital funding. The average number of contracts managed by the Division is 100 to 175 new contracts per year, ranging from $5,000 up to $5,000,000.
The Contracts Clerk works within an established accountability framework to ensure the accuracy and integrity of established processes, policies and procedures. This framework includes the Financial Administration Act, the Business Incentive Policy, the Northern Manufacturing Directive, and the NWTHC Contract Administration Manual.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides financial and administrative support of procurement activities.
- Preparation and administration of public and invitational tenders and contracts for capital projects to facilitate the effective, efficient and consistent management of contracts by INF staff.
- Liaises with Technical staff to obtain the supplementary instructions to bidders and the schedule of values to include in the assembly of the tender documents.
- Performs the day to day processing of financial transactions for capital projects.
- Ensures that the finances are maintained in an accurate, current, efficient manner and in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
- Contributes to the positive image of the NWTHC
Key Qualifications:
- The completion of a post secondary education in procurement/business administration or related discipline combined with two (2) years related experience in construction contract administration or a related contracting environment.
- Equivalencies can include:
- Completion of Highschool Diploma combined with four (4) years related experience in construction contract administration or a related contracting environment be considered as an equivalent.
- Similar relevant disciplines may include Business Administration and Procurement contracting.
The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance. For more information about living and working in the Northwest Territories please visit our benefits page or NWT Tourism.
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 Term to May/31/2028
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
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.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27685
Closing Date: April 16, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $37.90 per hour to $45.27 per hour (approximately $73,905 - $88,277.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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