The manager is also responsible for developing, tracking and maintaining orientation practices for new staff to the district. As well, the manager will have responsibilities in the recruitment and selection of employees.
The manager also leads the Employee Health and Wellness Program and works collaboratively with employees, management, unions, and health care professionals to support the well being of employees returning to work or remaining at work.
Responsibilities:
Human Resources: Develop, track and maintain sound practices for the orientation for new staff to the district
Recruitment and hiring of personnel
Assist with teacher post and fill
Plan and organize training opportunities for inclusive education staff in consultation with the District Principal of Support Services
Hiring practices:
Included but not limited to vetting of applications, interviews, and recruitment of employees to the District
Supports the dispatch of Inclusive Education staff
Health and Safety Work safe Compliance Plan, control, maintain and provide oversight of a comprehensive health and safety program, including WHMIS, first-aid, and safe work procedures complying with WorkSafeBC legislative requirements to support safe and healthy environments for work and study.
Develop health and safety policies, procedures and plans in accordance with legislative requirements and best practices. Ensuring immediate and appropriate accident and incident reporting, investigations, and risk assessments, occur as required, exercising discretion and adherence to WorkSafeBC legislation and regulation, providing assistance and follow-up as necessary.
Provide technical advice and support to the District Health and Safety Committee and Worksite Joint Health and Safety Committees.
Develop, facilitate and track safety-training programs/courses for employees on health and safety, ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC legislative requirements
Orient new employees to the health and safety program and WorkSafeBCs legislative requirements
Coordinate the promotion of health and safety awareness
Act as a resource to all District employees to ensure compliance with District health and safety policies and procedures, and WorkSafeBC legislation and regulations
Liaise with WorkSafeBC to ensure compliance with legislation, and proactively address health and safety issues
Ensure that adequate First Aid coverage is in place and that designated First aid attendants are properly trained/certified. Provide oversight at work sites to ensure compliance with first aid guidelines
Wellness: Develop marketing campaigns and communication to promote a healthy lifestyle and/or participation in wellness program. Other duties related to Health, Safety, Wellness, and Human Resources as assigned
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Advanced knowledge of Human Rights legislation, WorkSafeBC Safety and Regulation, Occupational Health & Safety Regulation, safe work procedures and any other requirements pertaining to healthy, safety and wellness.
Self-starter, well organized, efficient team leader, achieve goals and objectives when dealing with varied and conflicting demands
Excellent written and oral communication skills
The ability to establish and engage in collaborative relationships with all levels throughout the organization and external agencies
Excellent interpersonal skills including excellent public speaking, presentation and training skills
Proficient with standard office applications and ability to adapt to other specialized software applications as required (e.g. Microsoft office)
Ability to deal with emotions of people using sensitivity, tact and empathy
Proven decision making and problem-solving skills.
Strong ability to multi-task, influence, negotiate and resolve conflict
Ability to provide guidance, training, and direction to others; proven ability to explain information and instructions to others
Superior attention to detail
Ability to work within deadlines and other time pressures
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment. Actively and objectively listen and understand information presented.
Education/Certification: Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Occupational Health and Safety or related program or an equivalent combination of training and experience would be an asset
Experience: Experience in a unionized environment, preferably in a public sector environment and/or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Supervision experience
Well-developed conflict resolution skills
Current and valid BC Drivers License and safe driving record
Other Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Working knowledge of School District operations, policies and procedures, an asset
Experience planning and delivering safety training programs, preferred
The salary range for this position is: $83,487 - $104,359 per year with a comprehensive benefits and Municipal Pension. Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons. To explore this career opportunity, please submit a cover letter and a resume, certificates and transcripts with three professional references by May 15, 2024 to: Wanda Klics, Director of Instruction Human Resources
401 North Star Road, Quesnel BC V2J 5K2
Email: wandaklics@sd28.bc.ca The Quesnel School District is an equal opportunity employer