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Department Information
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents – their businesses and communities.
Job Information
The Manager, Resource Pathfinding (Manager) is located in Yellowknife and reports to the Director, Mineral and Energy Strategy Division. The Manager is responsible for leading the planning and execution of industry pathfinding programs. The Manager is considered the GNWT authority on how to navigate the regulatory system related to resource development, decision-making authority, including responsibility for setting strategic engagement frameworks, regulatory navigation standards, and escalation pathways across the Department.
The Manager is accountable for leading and supervising professional staff in delivering expert, strategic advisory services to resource proponents and other clients on navigating the full Northwest Territories regulatory framework. The role requires advanced knowledge of complex, multi-jurisdictional legislative regimes and the exercise of independent judgement in interpreting regulatory, consultation, and policy requirements across departments, agencies, Indigenous governments and organizations.
Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of relevant regulatory systems, northern institutions, corporations, government systems and communities
Knowledge in consultation, facilitation, conflict resolution and consensus building, including multi-party negotiations in politically sensitive environments.
Project management, organizational, and time management skills.
Written and oral communication skills, including public speaking to diverse audiences and responding to complex questions.
Ability to acquire knowledge of legislation and regulatory processes related to resource development, preliminary screening, and environmental assessment under the Mineral Resources Act, Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act., Inuvialuit Final Agreement, and other territorial authorities.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and represent divisional, departmental and GNWT interests before a wide range and size of audiences including politicians, senior officials, scientists and specialists, business leaders, interest groups, communities, and the public.
Typically attained by
A relevant Bachelor's degree (such as Geology, Law, Humanities) combined with five (5) years of applied experience in a resource industry, or working with resource industries from within government, and one year of supervisory experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Equivalencies
A relevant diploma program (such as Geology, Law, Humanities) combined with seven (7) years of applied experience in a resource industry, or working with resource industries from within government, and one year of supervisory experience.
Nine (9) years of applied experience in a resource industry, or working with resource industries from within government, and one year of supervisory experience.
All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Other relevant post-secondary programs include
Political Science
Indigenous Studies
Geography
Environmental Studies / Environmental Science
Business Administration / Management
Public Administration
Communications
Natural Resource Management
Earth Sciences
Economics
Social Governance
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only
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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
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
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Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
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 # 28371
Closing Date: October 7, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95 per hour (approximately $127,238 - $152,003) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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$127,238 - $152,003
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