Description
RESOURCE INVESTIGATIONS ADVISOR
1.0
FTE Permanent position
Salary
Range: $81,116 - $101,390 per year
We value and are committed to upholding the principles
of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all
applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are
seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and
perspectives. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario
Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain
equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under
the Code.
The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking
qualified applicants for the permanent position of Human Resource Investigations
Advisor. Reporting into the Human Resources Department and to the Human Rights
and Equity Department, this position requires professionalism, diplomacy,
confidentiality, and the ability to work both independently and as a team
member.
The Investigations Advisor is part of a complement of
staff that undertakes investigations of all workplace and child protection
matters. The Investigations Advisor ensures the effective implementation of the
Board’s policy and procedures dealing with alleged employee misconduct
including:
·
Planning
and conducting workplace investigations including interviewing affected
parties;
·
Working
knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code;
·
Previous
experience conducting human rights investigations, implementing early
intervention strategies, and conflict resolution;
·
Ensuring
the availability of or referral to appropriate supports for affected stakeholders
who have been impacted by employee misconduct;
·
Collect,
source and preserve evidence including interview notes, statements, records and
reports;
·
Analyzing
information provided, documents, evidence, identify gaps and participate in
recommendation outcomes regarding the conduct;
·
Maintenance
of the Investigation Guide and provide direction for system learning in this
area;
·
Create
and maintain a training program for staff involved in the investigation process;
·
Increase
the knowledge base of Principals, Managers and Superintendents acting as a
resource to review investigation plans and outcomes;
·
Providing
HR related advice to Principals, Managers and Superintendents on how to prevent
and respond to employee misconduct, including all forms of culpable behaviour
related to staff;
·
Prepare
reports that are recommendation based reviewing all options and possible
outcomes;
·
Maintenance
of confidential data file system aimed at efficient gathering of
notes/documents. System will need to
ensure that investigation process is consistent and allow for review/trending;
·
Assess
risk for the organization and provide recommendations (ex. Policy/procedure
changes, training, etc.);
·
Building
relationships and partnerships with applicable internal departments, outside
organizations and legal counsel;
·
Building
relationships with union partners regarding processes and procedures regarding
investigations;
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications,
Pertinent Skills and Experience:
·
The
successful candidate will hold a university degree with specialization in a
related discipline, and 5 years progressively responsible experience in dealing
with workplace investigations. An equivalent combination of education and
experience may also be considered;
· Experience, preferably in an educational
setting or a large, complex, unionized human resources environment;
· Excellent computer skills including
experience with data management systems, Google Docs, Office 365, and MS Office
applications (Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, and OneDrive);
· Strong written and verbal communication
skills;
· Excellent analytical, problem solving,
interpersonal and conflict resolution skills;
· Ability to prioritize and work in a
multifunctional environment with competing priorities;
·
Ability
to work independently and as part of a team;
·
Ability
to work with issues of a sensitive and confidential nature;
·
A
driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle is required.
TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS.
This is a full-time permanent position. The regular
work year for this position is twelve (12) months of the year. The compensation
range for this twelve (12) month position is $81,116 to $101,390 per year
(under review), depending on qualifications and experience. This position is
based on a thirty-five (35) hour work week.
Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is
mandatory for all full-time permanent employees,
even if currently in receipt of an OMERS
pension.
Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this
position through the Apply to Education (ATE) web-site at www.applytoeducation.com.
Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing
education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming
certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. July 19, 2024 . Cover letters may be addressed to Abigail
DesForges, Senior Manager of Human Resources and Tahmena Bokhari, Human Rights
and Equity Manager.
To view the posting on the ATE web-site, select “Search Jobs”, select
“Support Applicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with
the Simcoe County District School Board.
To apply for the posting:
1. Sign into your ApplyToEducation Support (ECE, EA/TA,
Clerical, Custodian, etc. or Management and Professionals) applicant account;
2. Select Search Jobs from the Job Postings section;
3. Enter the ATE Job Code # in the Keywords field;
4. Click the [SEARCH] button at the bottom of the page;
5. Select the position of interest and click the [APPLY]
button on the job description page.
** All fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County
District School Board. **
Application packages will no
longer be accepted in hard copy, or by fax. Should applicants require assistance in
registering for ATE, the ATE Help Desk may be contacted at 1-416-932-8866 or
1-877-900-5627.
Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization
and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to
creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights
and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the
duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights
Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Applicants are to provide
permission to contact two professional references, including their current and
most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School
Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is
satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will
be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to
their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in
this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview
will be contacted.
July 5, 2024 OA-19 ATE: 3791399
