Posted 3 days ago
Workplace Relations Specialist- Part- time
@ Karis Disability Services
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Karis Disability Services is hiring a permanent part-time Workplace Relations Specialist for its East District, covering the Ottawa area and Kingston, working 20 hours a week onsite at the East District Office in Nepean. The role leads employee engagement, recognition and communication events, supervises Employee Engagement Representatives, manages Health and Safety Network Councils, and supports employee and labour relations investigations. Pay is $30.07 to $33.97 per hour, with travel to program locations as needed and a full G licence and reliable transportation required.
Pay:
$30.07–$33.97 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Guide employee engagement, workplace relations and healthy workplace practices
- Lead planning and delivery of employee engagement, recognition and communication events
- Supervise Employee Engagement Representatives and manage Health and Safety Network Councils
- Assist with employee and labour relations and support investigation processes
Requirements summary:
- Two years of experience in a related position
- College diploma in Human Resources preferred
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
- Joint Health and Safety Committee Training Parts 1 and 2
- Knowledge of Karis policies, collective agreements and provincial legislation
- Full G licence and reliable transportation
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Human resources |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 20 |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Joint Health and Safety Committee Training (Parts 1 and 2) |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | Racialized people, People with disabilities |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Human Resources |
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Karis Disability Services
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Karis Disability Services is a non-profit, charitable organization in Ontario and Saskatchewan.
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Karis Disability Services is a non-profit, charitable organization in Ontario and Saskatchewan.
| Field | Value |
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| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Waterloo, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1965 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 89 |
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Workplace Relations Specialist
Permanent Part-time Workplace Relations Specialist
Location- East District that covers Ottawa area and Kingston
Hours: 20 hours/week onsite, working from the East District Office in Nepean
Travel required to various Program locations when needed
Hourly rate of pay: $30.07 - 33.97
Full G-License and reliable transportation required
This position can be combined with any other suitable position at the District Office
Applications to be received by November 9, 2026, 11:59pm
The Workplace Relations Specialist provides guidance and recommendations on matters of employee engagement, workplace relations, and healthy workplace practices within communities. The Workplace Relations Specialist works within their communities and as a member of the District Leadership Team. The role supports and supervises the employee engagement model through the leadership of Employee Engagement Representatives and promotes healthy workplace practices through the effective management of Health and Safety Network Councils and related systems. The Workplace Relations Specialist also leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of district employee engagement, recognition, and communication events, including employee meetings, milestone celebrations, recognition programs, and other district-wide initiatives that strengthen employee connection and organizational culture. This role assists with additional district activities related to employee and labour relations and participates in and supports investigation processes. The Workplace Relations Specialist will respect and uphold the Values, Vision, and Mission of Karis Disability Services, support employees and people using services, and foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Job Specifications
2 years of work experience in a related position
Education: College Diploma in Human Resources or a related program preferred
Skills Required:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
- Creative Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
- Initiative
- Collaboration
- Managing multiple and competing projects
- Joint Health & Safety Committee Training (Parts 1& 2)
- Maintain knowledge of current Karis Disability Services policies, collective agreements, Provincial Occupational Health & Safety legislation, the act respecting Employment Standards, provincial regulatory requirements and the Human Rights Code
Karis Disability Services seeks to hire a workforce that represents the diversity of the communities where we serve. We are committed to promoting communities of belonging where Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour feel valued, respected, represented, and heard. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from members of groups with historical or current barriers to equity. We seek to provide accessibility through all stages of the hiring process for all applicants with disabilities consistent with our Accessibility Policies and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
Learn more about our Core Competencies here: https://dscorecomp.com/core-competencies/
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