Human Resources Specialist

The Peel District School Board (PDSB) is a racially, culturally and linguistically diverse board that serves approximately 148,000 students and 17,000+ employees. In PDSB, 87% of students are racialized, non-white, representing 162 different ethnic backgrounds. Students in Peel have 121 different first languages. Student diversity also exists in terms of gender and gender expression, sexuality and in terms of ability and faith. A responsive and empathetic understanding of the lived experiences of the students and communities we serve is vital to those who will take on leadership roles within the PDSB. The workforce consists of teachers, office staff, custodial staff, education assistants and professional staff. The workforce is largely unionized through PDSB’s numerous affiliated bargaining agents.

Job Summar

yReporting to assigned Employee and Labour Relations Partner, the HR Specialist position will support the Academic and Business Teams. Providing specialist level support with all employee groups. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the Employee and Labour Relations Team to support the full employee life cycle including but not limited to wage and salary administration, verification of experience, leave administration and termination and retirement processes

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Key Responsibiliti

esResponsibilities will includ

• e:Supporting quality improvement initiatives to streamline, automate and document process
• esPreparing emails, memos, letters, reports and responding to queries, concerns, and issues (email, calls or in perso
• n)Conducting research and gathering informati
• onMaintaining files and documentati
• onProviding clarification on policies, procedures, processes, collective agreements and legislati
• onOther related duties as assigne

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Qualificati

• onsPost-secondary diploma/degree related to Human Resources or equivalent combination of related education and experie
• nceMinimum of one to two years’ experience and knowledge in employee relati
• onsExcellent customer service, interpersonal, communication (both written and verbal), documentation and presentation ski
• llsWorking knowledge and experience with Vista and understanding of payroll and benef
• itsDemonstrated initiative, problem solving, decision making, troubleshooting, technical and analytical ski
• llsAbility to work effectively with limited supervision and as a member of a t
• eamDemonstrated effective coordination, organizational and planning ski
• llsDemonstrated attention to detail and accuracy, ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines and maintain confidential
• ityExcellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, HRIS, SharePoi
• nt)Knowledge of relevant collective agreements and Board policies and procedu
• resDemonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, anti-racism, anti-oppression and working in a diverse school community and/or work environm
• entRecord of satisfactory-on-the-job performance while employed by the Peel District School Boa

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Additional N

otesPreference will be given to qualified members of the Administrative Staff Group (A

SG).
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Commitment to Equity, Anti-Oppression and Anti-

RacismThe Peel District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the full diversity of the Region of Peel. We will provide reasonable accommodation (e.g. an accessible location, rescheduling of interviews that fall on Days of Significance etc.) based on any of the human rights protected grounds, during the hiring process if advised in advance. We are also committed to inclusion, anti-oppression and anti-racist practices while also supporting the continuous growth and development of an equitable and empowered education system at the

PDSB.Criminal Background

CheckSuccessful candidates must provide a satisfactory Criminal Background Check prior to commencing employment. Please review the requirements for the Criminal Background

Check.We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but will only be contacting candidates whose skills, experience and qualifications best meet the requirements of the position. All communication to applicants regarding this job posting, including an invitation to complete skills assessments and/or a job interview if applicable, will be made through email. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check their email as listed on their TalentLink ac

count.Land Acknowled

gementThe land upon which we work, live and sustain ourselves is the ancestral and treaty lands of the Miichizaagiig Anishinaabek also known today as the Mississaugas of the Credit, the rightful caretakers and title holders of this land. We also recognize the rich pre-contact history and relationships which include the Anishinaabek and the Onkwehonwe. Since European Contact, this land continues to be home to Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. As responsible community members, we value the diversity, dignity and worth of all people. Colonialism displaced and dispossessed Indigenous peoples of their ancestral lands and continues to deny their basic human rights, dignities and freedoms. We are committed to learning true history to reconcile, make reparations and fulfill our treaty obligations to the Original Peoples and our collective responsibilities to the land, water, animals, and each other for future genera

tions.
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