Consultant, Employee Recognition
Requisition ID: 15409
Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept.
Service: Human Resources Services
Branch: Corporate Learning & Development Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary - Up to 18 months
Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per week
Affiliation: MPE
Salary Information: $79,375.66 - $100,382.10 annually (2024 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Administrative and Support Services
Application Close: 05/12/2024
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more employment equity designated groups through the questions in the online application process.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to an equitable, strategic and inclusive hiring process and support a workforce that reflects the diverse population of Ottawa.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the position, the following are considered assets:
- Member of Indigenous, Black or other racialized community, persons with disabilities, women or other equity-deserving groups
- Experience working with diverse communities and intersecting social identities, such as race, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, class and religion facing systemic and structural barriers
- Knowledge of community demographics and their needs, systemic challenges and strengths
- Demonstrated understanding of the value of equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Ability to apply an equity, diversity and inclusion lens to all work, including interactions and internal decision-making processes
- Ability to communicate in a language other than French or English
JOB SUMMARY
The Corporate Learning and Development Branch supports the City on the analysis, development and implementation of Learning and Development programs, services, initiatives and corresponding governance policies relating to Organizational Development, Corporate Learning and Corporate Talent Development that aligns with the City's strategic plans and is implemented across the corporation, while partnering with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions to business needs.
You are responsible for: managing assigned projects and events in the areas of employee recognition planning, policy and program development; serving as an advisor and member on branch, departmental and related employee recognition project teams; developing a network of linkages with the client communities, human resources service providers and sources of internal and external expertise; and promoting and assisting managers in implementing employee recognition practices.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 4 year university degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of responsible human resources experience with specific specialization in one or more of the following areas: total rewards; employee recognition; program development and implementation, survey, research and analysis methods; and internal and external communication methods.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Theory of a variety of human resources disciplines with a focus on employee rewards and recogntion
- Current trends and developments in HR and employee recognition best practices
- Data collection, analysis and research methodology including qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Problem solving and consensus building methodologies
- Project/program development, management and evaluation techniques
- Strategic planning, training and communications principles and application
- Legislation affecting policy and program development
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Manage projects, including external service providers, as required
- Conduct research, perform analysis and present research findings
- Communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, to all organizational levels within the city and with the representatives of external organizations
- Develop and maintain productive working relationships at all levels within the corporation
- Plan and organize at an advanced level
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.