Recruitment & Staffing Manager

St. Clement's School; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Recruitment and Staffing Manager to lead their HR efforts. This pivotal role involves overseeing the recruitment process for a diverse workforce of 1200 employees, ensuring an equitable and inclusive hiring approach. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with school leaders to enhance recruitment, onboarding, and selection processes, fostering a culture of development and continuous improvement. If you have a passion for human resources and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the educational community.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in HR or Labour Relations and CPHR designation required.
• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a public sector environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for 1200 employees.
• Collaborate with managers to identify staffing needs and attract candidates.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaboration Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in Human Resources or Labour Relations

Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR)

Tools

HR Metrics Tracking Systems

Job description

New Westminster Schools Career Opportunity: Recruiting and Staffing Manager

THE ORGANIZATION: NEW WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS

As one of the fastest growing districts in Metro-Vancouver, New Westminster Schools (NWS) works hard to support a diverse and closely connected community of students, staff, and families throughout its schools. The District's 1,000 teachers and staff serve 7,500 students across eight elementary schools, three middle schools, one high school, three alternate programs, two Provincial Online Learning options, and continuing education. For younger learners, the District offers StrongStart programs, childcare options, and a pilot pre-school.

NWS is passionate about innovation and strives to create learning opportunities and environments that support and inspire all students, staff, and families in the community. Through collaboration, the District is transforming learning experiences, to ensure that NWS is a place where everyone loves to learn.

NWS is deeply committed to building meaningful relationships, as we work to address the barriers that some people in our school communities face. This includes actively working to address issues around diversity, inclusion, equity, anti-racism, mental health and wellbeing, and food security for students and families.

New Westminster Schools recognizes and acknowledges the Qayqayt First Nation, as well as all Coast Salish peoples, on whose traditional and unceded territories we live, we learn, we play and we do our work.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources, or designate, the Recruitment and Staffing Manager (R&S Manager), will lead the recruitment and selection function for the district of 1200 employees. We are seeking a high performing HR professional with staffing experience and exceptional ability in communication, collaboration and organization.

Areas of Responsibility

This position will provide leadership in recruitment and selection through an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion lens, for all teaching and support staff. The R&S Manager will provide support to senior HR leaders in the recruitment and selection of principal/vice-principal and exempt management staff. In this role, you will be responsible for enhancing our recruitment, onboarding, and selection processes. Working with principals, managers and district staff to support and promote organizational growth and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, selection, notice of award, employment packages and onboarding.
• Collaborate with principals and managers to identify staffing needs and attract qualified candidates.
• Support the full cycle of recruitment including collecting and assessing applications, interviewing, conducting reference checks and other employment validation.
• Monitor casual pool levels and lead recruitment initiatives.
• Support and ensure compliance with CRC requirements (new hires and five-year renewals).
• Oversee the onboarding process to deliver a comprehensive orientation program for new employees and ensure a smooth transition into the workforce.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the hiring process and improve candidate experience.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies, upholding strict confidentiality and ethical standards, in recruitment and selection.
• Conduct background screening process for shortlisted candidates in compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Assist in the coordination and administration of practicum placements for teaching and support positions.
• Ensure that HR filing systems, records, and drives are current, accurate, organized and in compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Develop systems to track HR metrics. Collect HR data and prepare regular and on-demand reports.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the team to execute the daily operations of the HR department.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

Specific Candidate Qualifications:

• Degree in Human Resources or Labour Relations from an accredited institution, or appropriate combination of training and experience.
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
• Minimum 3 years directly related experience, preferably in a public sector unionized environment.
• Consistent track record of exhibiting leadership skills through initiative, innovation and exemplary performance.

Additional requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships.
• Approachable, diplomatic and proactive with a positive and collaborative outlook.
• A passion for HR, continuous learning, and promoting a culture of development.
• Proven record of strong organizational skills and ability to establish priorities.
• Valid BC Drivers license.

Salary

The recruiting salary range for this role is $91,023 to $102,401. When determining salary, years of education and experience will be considered. Further details would be discussed in a personal interview. New Westminster Schools also offers a competitive benefits package and pension.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, click on the APPLY ONLINE button on this page. Application packages should include cover letter, resume, relevant certifications and reference information (no references will be contacted prior to an in-person interview and after specific request/permission by applicant).

Note: Faxed resumes will not be accepted. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. New Westminster Schools values the time you have taken to submit your application; however, only those applicants selected to move forward will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.

The New Westminster School District recognizes and acknowledges the Qayqayt First Nation, as well as all Coast Salish peoples, on whose traditional and unceded territories we live, we learn, we play and we do our work.

New Westminster Schools welcomes and encourages applications from women, visible minorities, indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, any gender identity or gender expression. If you require an accommodation through our hiring process, please include your request in the application email to [e-mail].

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