Specialist Disability Management

CPKC; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading North American railway as a Disability Management Specialist. You'll support employees returning to work after illness or injury, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and developing tailored return-to-work plans. This role offers a flexible benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Competitive pension plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in return-to-work programs.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Spanish and/or French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the DM Program for employees unable to perform regular duties.
• Conduct Ergonomic and Worksite Assessments.
• Provide training on Disability Management programs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Digital Literacy

Knowledge of Human Rights Legislation

Education

Post-secondary degree in health-related field

Nursing Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

HRIS systems

Job description

Join to apply for the Specialist Disability Management role at CPKC.

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose, and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

As the Disability Management (DM) Specialist, your role involves working with collaborators to assist ill, injured, or disabled employees in returning to work safely and efficiently.

This position can be based in Calgary, AB, Toronto, ON, Winnipeg, MB, or Kansas City, MO.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Manage the DM Program in your geographic area for employees unable to perform regular duties due to occupational or non-occupational illness or injury.
2. Encourage transparent communication with all key customers, including employees, senior management, unions, HR, health services, and insurance representatives.
3. Ensure confidentiality of all sensitive information is maintained when developing and implementing return-to-work plans aligned with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Evaluate functional capabilities and coordinate Independent Medical Evaluations, Functional Capacity Evaluations, and other assessments as needed.
5. Conduct Ergonomic and Worksite Assessments to support safe job accommodations.
6. Promote compliance with safety regulations such as the U.S. Railway Safety Act or Canadian Occupational Safety and Health standards.
7. Review job/physical demands and develop tailored return-to-work plans in collaboration with employees, physicians, unions, and supervisors.
8. Convene the Disability Management Team and case review meetings to ensure coordinated decision-making and progress tracking.
9. Provide training and education to frontline staff and supervisors on Disability Management programs and effective accommodation practices.
10. Research, develop, and implement vocational plans to support employees who cannot be accommodated locally, including job searches and transitional work placements.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Post-secondary degree, diploma, or formal education in a health-related or disability management field.
2. Nursing Degree and/or Occupational Health Certification is preferred.
3. 4+ years of experience in return-to-work programs, claims management, or disability management in a unionized or corporate setting.
4. Knowledge of Human Rights Legislation, ADA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and return-to-work principles/practices for U.S. and Canada.
5. Experience applying accommodation principles and vocational rehabilitation strategies for ill or injured employees.
6. Well-developed digital literacy in tools like Word, Excel, Outlook, and HRIS systems (e.g., SAP).
7. Proven interpersonal skills, with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work independently or in a team setting.
8. Availability for travel (approximately 10-20% of the time).
9. Proficiency in English; knowledge of Spanish and/or French is an asset.
10. Knowledge of railway operations, job functions, and safety standards is considered an asset.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Program.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.
• Part-time Studies Program.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check.
• Reference check.

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is a key way for management employees to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain or maintain certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

For US applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants, CPKC is committed to employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, including women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ members, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. All applicant information is managed according to PIPEDA.

• Req ID: 104489
• Department: Human Resources
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 10-20%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External