SUMMARY

Reporting to the manager of labour relations, the incumbent plays a key role in disability management and wellness initiatives; advises and supports managers on disability, absence management, and return-to-work matters; implements prevention and wellness strategies and programs; and helps with various human resources initiatives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Disability and absence management
•    Research, analyze, recommend and implement disability and absence management programs and initiatives
•    Make recommendations and develop tools to improve the disability management process
•    Proactively manage disability files, in collaboration with staff, managers and external suppliers
•    Advise managers on procedures related to disability leave, accommodation, return to work and absence management
•    Collaborate with insurance professionals and WorkSafe New Brunswick to manage claims and verify required documents
•    Create and oversee customized return-to-work and accommodation plans
•    Address staff inquiries about disability files and follow up with suppliers
•    Coordinate with payroll to update personnel files on disabilities and absences

Wellness
•    Develop, implement and coordinate prevention and wellness policies and programs to improve employee health
•    Provide health and wellness information to staff members and inform them of external resources
•    Organize awareness events, workshops and training on health and wellness topics, promoting a healthy and inclusive workplace
•    Work with external suppliers on wellness initiatives, including workplace ergonomics
•    Manage the work-life balance program
•    Oversee the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), including promotion, request handling and follow-ups

General
•    Help with various human resources initiatives as needed
•    Prepare and present documents, reports and recommendations related to disability management and wellness processes and practices
•    Track human resources trends to innovate and refine organizational practices
•    Perform additional tasks to ensure seamless operations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education
•    University degree in human resources, health or a related field
•    Certification in disability management (asset)
•    Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation (asset)

Experience 
•    Five (5) years of progressive experience in disability case management, labour relations or human resources
•    Experience in a municipal setting (asset)
•    Experience in a unionized work environment (asset)

Knowledge
•    Excellent spoken and written French and English
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite tools
•    Knowledge of specialized human resources software
•    Good knowledge of provincial legislation, employment standards, and human resources policies and procedures

Skills and abilities
•    Ability to build trusting relationships at all levels of the organization
•    Active listening skills and empathy when supporting staff
•    Discretion, tact and respect for confidentiality
•    Ability to handle confidential files and manage documentation
•    Ability to analyze, synthesize and manage priorities effectively
•    Ability to work well alone and with a team
•    Critical thinking and sound judgment
•    Customer service focus, initiative and creativity
•    Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple files or projects simultaneously
•    Commitment to continuous improvement
•    Positive attitude with respect to the interests of the municipality and the community in general
•    Physical ability to do the work assigned
•    Punctuality and regular attendance
•    Good past record of job performance
•    Respect for the City of Dieppe’s confidentiality rules and organizational values

WORK SCHEDULE
•    Thirty-five (35) hours a week

SALARY
•    Based on current salary scale
•    The incumbent also receives vacation time, benefits (paid by the employer) and a pension plan (employer/staff contribution).

CLOSING DATE     
•    The closing date to submit your application is April 17, 2025 at 23 h 59.

N.B.: The above statements reflect the main characteristics of the job in question and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They should not, however, be considered an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties, abilities, and inherent requirements of the position.

Note: The municipality officially declared itself a francophone city offering bilingual services in 2000 (Municipal Administration Language Policy A‐9). French is the City’s working language, and all staff must be able to speak and write in French and English.

Revised in Mars 2025 - Human Resources Department