Description
Department: Human Resource Services
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week / 12 months)
Location: Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Education Centre
Salary: $63,943 - $73,781 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: October 15, 2024 at 4:00PM
Who We Are:
The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) offers a world-class education for approximately 35,000 students in 87 schools. Spanning over 7,000 square kilometers, across diverse rural and urban communities in southeastern Ontario, KPR serves the Municipality of Clarington, Northumberland and Peterborough Counties, and City of Quinte West/Murray Ward.
The Board is situated on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg people, serving three vibrant Indigenous communities which include Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation.
Today, the Kawartha Pine Ridge school district is home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of all Indigenous people across Turtle Island, current and throughout history.
All positions in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board support the school’s priority of student achievement and the Boards mission to educate our students to excel in learning, to succeed in life and to enrich our communities.
Main Responsibilities:
The purpose of the Human Resources Officer, Staffing position is to provide resources to all levels of management including consultation and advice with respect to teaching and non-teaching staffing issues, interpreting collective agreements, employment legislation and Board policies; co-ordinate the hiring of teaching and non-teaching staff; approve or deny requests for leaves; produce ad hoc reports; converse with outside agencies and the public; and, cross-train, share and work interactively with others.
This position requires the highest degree of confidentiality and discretion as the duties involve working directly with various stakeholders and information, both internal and external to the Board, regarding highly sensitive and personal matters.
Provide advice and guidance to elementary, secondary, occasional and support staff employee groups through understanding and interpretation of collective agreements and compliance with applicable employment, recruitment/selection, procedures, legislation and Board policies as it relates to Staffing initiatives for respective client groups.
Provide support on an ad hoc basis to other client groups.
Authorize salary changes, transfers, leaves of absence, resignations, retirements, and new hires to ensure accurate maintenance of records.
Coordinate preparation of correspondence and acknowledge approval or denial of requests for leaves of absence, retirements, resignations, and other leaves as per ESA and Collective agreements and maintain summary reports.
Coordinate the posting and advertising of vacancies for respective client groups which includes completing FTE audits and creating and closing external/internal postings.
Coordinate the application process by screening resumes for qualifications and eligibility.
Coordinate the interview process including scheduling, interview packages and logistics.
Coordinate and schedule pre-employment assessment, testing and/or training.
Prepare and send offers of employment for new employees, monitor the completion of conditions of employment, and distribute Employee ID numbers.
Respond to inquiries from internal and external sources regarding employment opportunities, as well as inquiries from current employees.
Provide support to Principals and School Superintendents with sourcing and selecting qualified teaching and non-teaching staff for specific roles as required.
Support Staffing and Labour Relations meetings as requested.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with various departments across the System to provide assistance as directed and to develop innovative solutions within human resources.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Post-secondary degree or certificate (i.e. university, college or technical training) completed in Human Resource Management, or equivalent education.
One to three years of related experience working in a progressive Human Resources environment (public sector environment is preferred).
Human Resources Management Designation (CHRP, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
Specialized Skills Required:
Experience working in a unionized environment.
Experience in the administration and interpretation of collective agreements.
Advanced level skills and experience in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and HRIS information systems.
Experience with HRIS systems considered an asset.
Experience with Apply to Education would be considered an asset.
Ability to work with data, analyze and manipulate data for a variety of applications.
A commitment to service excellence.
Excellent organization and interpersonal skills as well as ability to function as part of a team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and use of own vehicle.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume through our online portal, Apply to Education (ATE), by the closing date to be considered for this opportunity.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to careers@kprdsb.ca to discuss further.
We thank you for your application and your interest in working at Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board at this time, we will only be contacting candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.
Our Commitment:
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:
First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
Persons who identify as women; and
Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about what this means in our organization, please refer to our website at www.kprschools.ca (see "Careers" section).
Jaine Klassen Jeninga
Chairperson of the Board
Rita Russo
Director of Education
Mark Loya
Superintendent of Human Resource Services, People & Culture
