Job Purpose:
The Manager: People and Culture is responsible for supporting the human resource functions of the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS)
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Develop, implement, manage, monitor, and evaluate all human resources functions at the OHS including performance management, professional development, recruitment and selection, onboarding, training and off-boarding, employee relations, occupational health and safety, recognition, retention and engagement
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Determine short- and long-term tactics and strategies to achieve department and organizational strategic goals
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Develop, implement, maintain, distribute, and evaluate OHS HR standard operating procedures, documents and forms
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Work with Director: People and Culture to identify and evaluate department Human Resources needs
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Support managers in the recruitment, management, and termination of staff
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Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the OHS HRIS database and human resources files
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Participate in collective bargaining activities, and ensure organizational compliance with the collective agreement
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Administer application of the employee complaints, harassment and whistleblower policies
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Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies and promotional plans in collaboration with the communications department
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Solicit employee feedback and analyze and act on results
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Prepare and deliver written and verbal presentations
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Develop, implement, evaluate and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures within assigned functional areas, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, the mission of the OHS and board policies
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Manage, and ensure adherence to department program budgets
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Provide advice and assistance to other managers, and Directors
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Be thoroughly familiar with and ensure adherence to pertinent legislation, regulations, contracts, guidelines, OHS mission, policies, procedures, plans and collective agreement
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Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of best practices and trends in human resources management, and employment legislation
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Produce and maintain accurate reports, records, and files
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Manage department administrative files and human resources documents and files
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Participate in supervision, evaluation, training, and other meetings as required
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Lead and manage department staff including orientation, training, performance management, and daily supervision
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Hire, fire and discipline department staff in consultation with the Director: People & Culture
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Be familiar with and ensure compliance with all health and safety policies and procedures
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Participate in the identification and evaluation of OHS program goals and objectives
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Participate in professional development opportunities
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Participate in public relations and promotional activities as required
Qualifications:
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Post-secondary school diploma or certificate in a related field – human resources management preferred
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CHRP/CHRL designation preferred
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Minimum of four years’ experience in human resources management
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Minimum of one year staff management experience
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Experience working in labour relations and unionized environments
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Experience with HRIS systems - ADP Workforce Now preferred
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Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English is required
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
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Employee may be required to work occasional evening, holiday and weekend shifts
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Employee may be required to be available to respond to after-hours emergencies
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Employment is conditional upon maintaining confidentiality of OHS information
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Employment is conditional upon the ability to work around all species of animals safely
The Ottawa Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. The OHS offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by the OHS regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation.