Senior Manager of Human Resource Services

Job Summary

POSITION DESCRIPTION Title : Senior Manager of Human Resource Services

Location / Department : Catholic Education Centre, Human Resource Services

Reports to : Superintendent of Education, Human Resource Services

Date : April

POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Superintendent of Human Resource Services, the Senior Manager of Human Resource Services will be a pivotal member of our leadership team, providing strategic guidance to senior administration and mid-management to ensure organizational effectiveness and goal achievement.

You will oversee a dedicated team of HRS staff, driving solutions aligned with our strategic plan and fostering positive and collaborative labour relations with both bargaining units and non-unionized employees.

Your responsibilities include supervising HRS staff, delivering exceptional service to all departments and schools of the board, and serving as a trusted advisor to our Senior Administration Team on all HRS matters.

As a key collaborator, you will contribute to system and process improvements that support our multi-year strategic plan, while embodying our Catholic mission, vision, and values.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and advise on complex human resource and leadership related issues, including employee relations, staffing, recruitment, compensation, staff development / training, employment contract interpretation, human rights, legal compliance, privacy legislation, termination, etc.

ensuring consistency with board Human Resources Policies, Administrative Procedures, Collective Agreements and related legislation (e.

• g., Ontario Labour Relations Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act);
• Act as a resource to the board, its committees and its executives in all aspects of human resources and employee relations;
• Maintain the confidentiality and privacy of all employees and their information at all times as per Board policies and procedures;
• Advise the management of strategies related to attendance support and disability case management, including return to work and accommodation as per legislation and Collective Agreements;
• Advise the management of the Collective Agreements for all unions, including the negotiation and administration of all Collective Agreements and / or terms and conditions for all employee groups (i.
• e., academic, clerical / technical, custodial / maintenance, non-union and support personnel);
• Oversee and advise on the preparation and execution of the staffing process for all unionized groups;
• Attend and present at meetings both during and outside office hours (e.g., associations / unions, Board of Trustees, Senior Administration, school administration, etc.);
• Oversee and advise on the grievance and grievance resolution process, including mediation and arbitration;
• Support the investigation and resolution of employee / labour relations issues, including disciplinary matters;
• Facilitate alternative dispute and conflict resolution approaches for issues of concern identified through workplace investigations, the unions and / or leadership;
• Ensure the development and implementation of all required HRS Policies and Procedures in compliance with Collective Agreements, Board policy and legislation;
• Utilize an equity, diversity and inclusion lens in all recruitment and staffing strategies, policies, practices and processes;
• Remain current regarding research to support expressed needs of the system, professional and technical knowledge / standards and emerging trends in HRS, employment law, etc.;
• Support job evaluation process, restructuring and change management;
• Participate / lead disciplinary meetings between staff, union, and system leaders in mediating / providing input in improving employee performance;
• Provide support as required for on-going projects and initiatives of the Board’s strategic renewal plan; and
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and EXPERIENCE Education

• A relevant degree from a recognized university or college in Human Resources Management / related discipline or equivalent proven experience;
• Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) professional designation;
• Minimum five years of leadership and supervision experience in human resources within a diverse and unionized environment (education sector preferred);
• Sound knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of human resources administration, including labour relations (negotiations, Collective Agreement administration, positive labour / management relations, restorative practice, succession planning);
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in a Catholic education environment;
• Extensive knowledge of current employment and labour legislation and application;
• Broad expertise in the area of Human Resources Management fundamentals including recruitment, onboarding and retention, compensation, employee wellness, employee relations, performance management, succession planning, employee complaint and conflict resolution, negotiations and mediation;
• Sound knowledge of principles in the area of attendance support, disability case management and return to work and accommodation;
• Strong and effective communicator;
• Experience with financial and operations management, including data collection and report preparation;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, along with effective written and verbal communication skills;
• High emotional intelligence quotient with a track record of relationship building and confidence with courageous conversations;
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining positive relationships and trust with all employee groups (union and non-union) on behalf of the Board;
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills with the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects;
• High level of creativity and problem-solving skills;
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development and the ability to deal with new information in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to use a variety of current and relevant software applications proficiently; and
• Ability to manage a variety of complex situations with diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality.
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