Human Resources Advisor

HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR

Professional Exempt- On Site

The Burnaby School District is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəyəm, Sḵwxwú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ. Burnaby is at the geographical centre of Metro Vancouver. In 2021, Burnaby had a population of 249,125. The city is culturally diverse, with roughly 54% of residents having a primary language other than English or French.

We're the fourth largest school district in BC, operating 41 elementary and 8 secondary schools, as well as a range of District programs and Provincial Resource Programs. Over 27,000 students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 are enrolled. Our District employs more than 4,600 dedicated employees who are committed to providing all students with a wide variety of innovative, high-quality programs to ensure student achievement in areas that include academics, athletics, trades training, visual and performing arts, social responsibility, and leadership. In addition, our staff support the successful operation of our school facilities. Our District also provides lifelong learning opportunities to more than 6,000 adult learners through the Burnaby Community & Continuing Education program.

Position Description:

Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Human Resources Advisor functions as part of the Human Resources Team and is involved in all aspects of HR. The HR Advisor is the first point of contact for assigned client groups. The HR Advisor acts with independence, discretion, judgment and initiative in providing timely and accurate information and advice on policies, procedures, administrative and operational issues and collective agreements

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide Collective Agreement interpretations with respect to the CUPE and /or BTA (within established guidelines)
• Assist and advise managers, administrators, and employees with respect to HR processes, compensation practices, employee benefits, training and development, recruitment, and interpretation of District policies within assigned client groups
• Support and guide managers/administrators through employee relation practices
• Provide advice and/or direction on sick leave and attendance management
• Co-ordinate and administer recruitment, selection, placement, and orientation activities ensuring all applicable District policies, procedures and acceptable practices are followed.
• Review applications, prepare short lists, participate or lead interviews, organize job bulletins, staffing reports, communication with management, and offering position to successful candidate.
• Administer and oversee staffing activities relating to employees (i.e., retirement, seniority lists, conversion lists, layoff processes, letters of appointment, salary placements, leaves, orientation, data entry etc.)
• Responsible for the ongoing administration and management of HR database for new, current and terminated employees.
• Interface with Finance and Payroll Services on matters related to HR, and participate in various committees/projects as assigned
• Perform other related duties as requested

Qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three to five years of relevant work experience in Human Resources in a school district or other unionized environment is required
• Experience with Office 365 and/or MS Office 2013
• Experience in recruitment, benefits administration, leave management, collective agreement interpretation, and human resources information systems (HRIS)
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills
• Sound ability in judgement and decision making and dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Respectful and collaborative focus in interactions with others, including union representatives
• CPHR designation is an asset

The Burnaby School District values inclusion and embraces diversity as a strength. Our goal is for all individuals to feel a sense of belonging in a safe, supportive, and welcoming community. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous, Black, people of colour, all genders, LGBTQ2+ and persons with disabilities.

How to apply:

• Register on Make a Future:
• Create a profile
• Click on Job Postings then click Search
• Select the Job you are qualified for
• Upload ALL supporting documents
• You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted

Timelines:

• Open until filled

What we offer:

We have exceptional talent in our District and pride ourselves on being an engaging, collaborative, and supportive employer, as well as a progressive leader in education. We offer and welcome employees to take the opportunity to develop their careers within our District. There are many opportunities for those employees that possess the qualifications and capability to access positions of advancement. Employees are supported throughout their careers to engage in professional development opportunities by encouraging learning on assigned professional development days, providing professional development workshops, and providing the opportunity for reimbursement of external professional development.

The Human Resources Advisor compensation is determined by BC Public Service Employer Association. The salary for this position is $81,953 - $102,441 along with a comprehensive benefits package including pension. Further details will be discussed at the time of hire. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. Only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Burnaby School District is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants' (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request by contacting Sarah Ash in Human Resources. Any questions during the recruitment and hiring process should be directed to Sarah Ash in Human Resources, by email at

Thank you for your interest in the Burnaby School District!