Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Description

Coordinate activities related to Human Resource services and to ensure service and / or operating standards are met (internally and / or externally). Contribute to the design and development of processes, practices, and methodologies in Human Resources.

Job Responsibilities

Coordinate activities related to HR systems, programs, or processes
Independently handles routine employee relations issues, benefits administration, recruitment, and HRIS
Analyzes and interprets information related to exit interviews, accident reports, and benefits claims
Researches information to support decision making and improve processes, technologies, or methodologies in HR
Contributes to the development of Human Resources policies and practices
Prepares communication materials, manuals, and other written materials related to various Human Resource policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations
Keeps on top of trends related to Human Resources and incorporates this information into work assignments
Actively seeks mentorship and learning to improve product or technical knowledge and skill set
May mentor junior employees
Represents the company for any unemployment claims
Facilitates and / or provides training (including orientation) to the workforce
Conducts corrective action meetings with employees as needed
Conducts recruitment for personnel including, but not limited to: full time exempt/non-exempt employees, summer students, and temporary employees
Administers benefits, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payments, and communicating benefits information to employees
Maintains Human Resource Information System (HRIS) records and compiles reports from the database

Education and Experience

Education

University degree
Additional specialized education of up to 2 years
Professional in Human Resources (CHRP, PHR, SPHR) certification preferred

Experience

3 – 5 years of related work experience or equivalent
Complete understanding of Human Resources
Familiarity with related local and federal regulations required

Skills

Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets

Reporting Relationships

Typically reports to the Human Resources Manager

Legislative Requirements

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Travel Requirements

Ability and willingness to travel

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).

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