My HR NT Gov: Your GNWT Employee Portal & Resources
Quick Summary
- Official GNWT employee portal
- Manage pay, leave, and benefits
- Secure PeopleSoft HRIS access
The My HR portal serves as the dedicated online hub for employees of the Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT). This digital portal offers a streamlined way to manage various aspects of your employment, from personal information to career development. It is designed to provide quick and convenient access to essential human resources functions and information. Through this secure platform, GNWT employees can navigate their benefits, track leave, and engage with learning opportunities. The system leverages PeopleSoft HRIS (Human Resources Information System) to ensure that your employee self-service experience is efficient and your personal data remains protected. Understanding how to effectively use this online account management tool is key to a smooth employment experience with the GNWT.
- 📋 Preparing for Your My HR Account Access
- 📍 Entering Your Secure My HR Employee Portal
- ⭐ Exploring Your My HR Employee Benefits and Resources
- ⚠️ Locked Out of Your PeopleSoft HRIS Account?
- 🔒 Protecting Your Personal Data in the My HR System
- 🎧 Official Help Desk Contacts
- ❓ Clarifying Your My HR Portal Inquiries
Preparing for Your My HR Account Access
- Be an active employee of the Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT).
- Possess your official GNWT username or My HR username.
- Have a valid password associated with your account.
- Access to a computer or device with internet connectivity.
Entering Your Secure My HR Employee Portal
- Navigate to the official My HR portal at gov.nt.ca/myhr.
- Locate the Login section, typically found on the main page or in the navigation menu.
- Enter your designated GNWT username or My HR username in the username field. Remember, do NOT use your email address for this login.
- Input your password into the password field.
- Click the Log in button to access your employee dashboard.
Exploring Your My HR Employee Benefits and Resources
- Comprehensive Employee Services: Access information on benefits, pay, leave, remote work policies, and employee forms.
- PeopleSoft HRIS Access: Directly manage time entry, time approvals, and pay-related functions.
- Learning & Development: Engage with the new Enterprise Learning Management (ELM) system within PeopleSoft for career growth, including workforce development, performance management, and various training programs.
- Health and Well-being Resources: Find crucial information on employee health, safety, and occupational health and safety programs.
- Manager's Toolkit: Access resources like the Human Resource Manual, Online Managers' Toolkit, and Terms of Employment to support your role.
Locked Out of Your PeopleSoft HRIS Account?
⚠️ Forgot Password
Cause: You have forgotten your My HR account password.
Solution: Look for a My HR Password Reset link on the login page. Follow the prompts to reset your password.
⚠️ Login Issues (excluding forgotten password)
Cause: Difficulty accessing your SAM/HRIS (PeopleSoft) account or encountering an error message during login.
Solution: Double-check that you are using your GNWT username or My HR username, not your email address. If issues persist, email the HR Help Desk at [email protected] for assistance.
⚠️ PeopleSoft Notifications going to Junk Mail
Cause: Important PeopleSoft system notifications are being misdirected to your email's junk or spam folder.
Solution: Add [email protected] to your Safe Sender's list in your Outlook email client.
Protecting Your Personal Data in the My HR System
- 🔒 Utilize strong, unique passwords with a sufficient length for your My HR account.
- 🔒 Change your password regularly, as mandated by the system (e.g., every 90 days), to maintain data integrity.
- 🔒 Be mindful of failed login attempts; the system limits these to protect your account from unauthorized access.
- 🔒 Log out of the My HR portal when you are finished, especially on shared devices, and be aware of inactivity timeouts.
- 🔒 Your personal information is protected under the privacy provisions of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
🎧 Official Support & Help Center
HR Help Desk Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-867-678-6625 Toll Free: 1-866-475-8162 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Local Time) For questions related to future training offerings and enrollments, email: [email protected] Medical Travel After Hours Emergency Assistance: 1-844-367-9279
Clarifying Your My HR Portal Inquiries
Q: Why do I have to change my My HR password every 90 days?
The Government of Northwest Territories follows best practices for information security. Regular password changes, along with strong password length, limited login attempts, and inactivity timeouts, are crucial for safeguarding sensitive human resource data.
Q: What should I include when contacting the HR Help Desk for support?
When reaching out to the HR Help Desk, always provide your first and last name, your employee ID number, and a contact phone number or email address. This helps them assist you more efficiently.
Q: Why does HR need my forwarding address after I resign from the GNWT?
After your employment ends, HR requires your updated forwarding address to send important documents. This includes your final pay, any potential refunds of pension contributions, and your T-4 statement for tax purposes.
Q: What is the Enterprise Learning Management (ELM) system in My HR?
The ELM system, integrated within SAM/HRIS (PeopleSoft), is the new platform for managing learning and development training opportunities for GNWT employees. It was implemented on May 29, 2023, and requires employees to update their authentication code to transfer training history.
Wrap Up
The My HR portal is an indispensable digital tool for all Government of Northwest Territories employees, centralizing essential human resources functions and information. By offering a secure, intuitive platform for managing personal data, pay, benefits, and professional development, it empowers staff to take control of their employment journey. Familiarizing yourself with its capabilities ensures you can fully leverage the resources available to you as a GNWT employee, fostering an efficient and informed work experience.