Thank you for your interest in the Employee Relations Officer position with the York Region District School Board.

We have a lot to offer our employees and here is why you should consider working at YRDSB

1) A great place to live and work

2) Our commitment to Equity, Accommodation, and Accessibility

3) Excellent salary and benefits

Total Rewards (for permanent employees) Include but are not limited to:

Position: Employee Relations Officer

Work Location: Human Resource Services, Education Centre - Aurora (60 Wellington Street West, Aurora, ON L4G 3H2)

Salary: $78,497 - $93,825

Application Deadline: May 23, 2023

Number of Positions: Three (3)

Thank you for your interest in the Employee Relations Officer position with the York Region District School Board. These positions are effective immediately.

Interested candidates are required to complete the following on-line application to the attention of: The Recruitment Team. There are three (3) positions available:

• Two (2) permanent positions are available effective immediately
• One (1) term position is available effective July 1, 2023 and will end on or about August 31, 2024

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) supports a flexible working culture and currently provides the opportunity for employees to work from home in addition to working in the office for some positions. The YRDSB implemented a Working From Home Guidelines to facilitate this work option.

In compliance with Board policies and procedures, is responsible for supporting the labour relation matters within any assigned bargaining units. The Employee Relations Officer also participates in the administration of collective agreements and Board policies and procedures; assists in the research, development and implementation of human resources policies, procedures and programs.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• To provide consultative services and support to line managers and other staff on Labour and Employee Relations Matters and processes while ensuring compliance of governing agency regulations, legislation, Collective Agreements and other contractual obligations and expectations.
• To support the grievance process, including preparing and presenting at Step 3 grievances and participating in arbitration and Human Rights Litigations.
• To build and maintain a professional and effective Labour/Management relationship through the regular contact with Union Leaders and Representatives and negotiating in house settlements to disputes.
• To formulate relevant correspondence related to employee relations and human resources, such as correspondence to Managers, Administrators, employees, legal representatives and union representatives etc. To provide advice and guidance to ensure collective agreements and Board Policies and Procedures are correctly interpreted and adhered to.
• To conduct investigations and in consultation with Managers and Administrators issue findings including issuing discipline and resolving employee issues, concerns and complaints.
• To research, review, recommend and implementation of Human Resources related policies, procedures and programs.
• To research and manage legal, legislative, operational requirements, best practices and client needs in order to provide appropriate and timely human resources related services to the system.
• To provide support during the collective bargaining process as required
• To coordinate and develop reports, presentations, briefings, etc. as required. To lead, attend and participate in meetings and/or committees as requested. To perform other duties as assigned.

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsible to the Manager, Employee Relations.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• A three year university degree or college diploma in human resources management or equivalent experience, as approved by the Board, is required.
• Minimum five years in human resources is required which must include a minimum of one year direct labour relations experience in the duties outlined above in a unionized environment.
• CHRP (L) (Certified Human Resources Professional/ Leader) is considered an asset.
• Effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal and computer skills are required.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and groups both within and outside the Board is required.
• Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have access to own transportation.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community. Therefore, in pursuit of the Board’s values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board’s priorities, goals and principles outlined in the Director’s Action Plan.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to sovereignty, equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples (in alignment with Anti-Black Racism Strategy);
• South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East/West Asian, Latino/Hispanic (in alignment with YRDSB Workforce Census to address disproportionalities identified).
• 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.

At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize the duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc. If an accommodation is required, please inform the Recruitment and Retention Team in advance of any part of the process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team.

Important Note for YRDSB Employees: If you have a current accommodation in place through Disability Management, please inform your Disability Management Case Manager to ensure that your accommodation needs can be met in the new role that you are pursuing. If invited to participate in the hiring process, and you are unable to perform the essential/bona fide requirements (e.g. physical, cognitive requirements), please notify the Recruitment Team by emailing careers@yrdsb.ca to review next steps (in the email please reference the job title you are applying to).

Important Information for CUPE 1734 Members:

As per the Collective Agreement (A.11.7 and A.11.8), those twelve month employees filling vacancies as a result of a job posting are to remain twelve months at their positions. Ten month employees are to remain in their position until the end of the school year. Each application submitted for a job posting will be reviewed, although consideration may be impacted by Articles A.11.7 and A.11.8.

On-line applications are collected centrally at the Education Centre - Aurora and are monitored by Human Resource Services. All applications will be screened based on the required education, experience and qualifications as noted in the posting and job description and as reflected in the application. Only those candidates meeting these criteria will be eligible to participate in the selection process and only qualified candidates will be contacted.

The personnel file of all internal applicants will be reviewed as part of the selection process.