HR Manager, Attendance and Wellness

Burnaby School District - SD41; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Burnaby School District is seeking an HR Manager of Attendance and Wellness to develop and oversee programs in attendance management and employee wellness. This full-time role requires a strategic leader with extensive HR experience, particularly in unionized environments. The ideal candidate will lead initiatives, coach managers, and ensure compliance with HR legislation while promoting a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive HR experience, ideally in public or education sector.
• In-depth knowledge of attendance management and wellness strategies.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage attendance and wellness initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance on attendance and disability management.
• Analyze attendance data to identify trends.

Skills

Data analytics

Communication

Judgment

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

Professional Exempt (On-Site)

The Burnaby School District is on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish Nations of Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish.

The Burnaby School District is the fourth largest in BC. The District operates 41 elementary and 8 secondary schools, including a range of district and provincial resource programs. The District supports and provides learning to 25,000 Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) students and to more than 6,000 adult learners through our established Burnaby Community & Continuing Education program. With more than 100 languages spoken in the homes of its students, the District is one of the most culturally diverse in Canada.

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 District is seeking an experienced HR Manager of Attendance and Wellness to join its Human Resources Team. This position is regular full time (1.00 FTE) position. Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager – Attendance & Wellness plays a strategic leadership role in the development, implementation, and oversight of attendance management, disability support, and employee health and wellness programs across the district. This position is responsible for managing attendance programs, non-occupational leaves, guiding return-to-work processes, and promoting proactive wellness initiatives in alignment with organizational needs and legislative requirements. This role works closely with internal stakeholders, unions, healthcare providers, and external service partners to support employee attendance, return-to-work efforts, and overall well-being.

A HR Manager Of Attendance And Wellness In Burnaby

• Lead the ongoing development and improvement of attendance management, disability management, and wellness initiatives across the organization, ensuring alignment with operational goals and industry best practices.
• Provide strategic direction and guidance on attendance and disability ensuring consistency with collective agreements and applicable legislation.
• Coach and advise managers and HR staff on attendance, disability, and wellness protocols, documentation standards, and employee engagement strategies.
• Analyze attendance and leaves and claims data to identify trends, support decision- making, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, and Duty to Accommodate obligations.
• Develop and implement resources, tools, and training materials to support consistent, legally compliant, and compassionate case management.
• Collaborate with Joint Health & Wellness Committees, union representatives, and other stakeholders to foster a supportive workplace culture.
• Manage non-occupational leaves and return-to-work accommodations in collaboration with the Health and Wellness Coordinator, employees, healthcare providers, and disability management partners.
• Support broader human resources projects as assigned.
• Perform additional related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent education in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive HR experience, including work in wellness, disability management, and labour relations within a unionized environment; experience in the public or education sector is considered an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of attendance management, disability support, and wellness strategies.
• Proficiency in data analytics, case documentation, and HRIS platforms (e.g., SRB Report Writer or similar).
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and best practices related to HR, return-to- work, accommodation, and employee wellness.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage time effectively, prioritize competing demands, and plan workflows to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent judgment, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation and conflict resolution abilities.
  
  

If you have the following qualifications, and are passionate for public education, we welcome your application, please provide: a cover letter, detailed resume including professional credentials, and a minimum of three current references to. Posting will close June 11, 2025, or remain open until filled.

The starting annual salary range for this role is $102,000-$114,751. When determining salary, years of education and experience will be considered. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview. We also offer a competitive benefits package and pension.

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 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.

Thank you for your interest in the Burnaby School District