HR/Health & Safety Coordinator

Job Description

Human Resources/Health & Safety Coordinator West Perth, ON The Municipality of West Perth is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Human Resources/Health & Safety Coordinator. Located in Southwestern Ontario, West Perth is a thriving, caring community that offers diverse opportunities to live, work, and play. With a population of 9,000, the community features a strong agriculture sector with significant contributions from other sectors including manufacturing, retail and services. Permanent, Full Time Reporting to the CAO, this position provides technical expertise and administrative support regarding human resources and health and safety functions. As well, assists with long-range human resources strategic initiatives, championing the corporate mission, vision and values. Key Responsibilities: Perform and complete an objective full cycle recruitment and selection process. Act as a contact for staff with their concerns, complaints and inquiries. Support and provide technical advice to management in handling human resources related matters. Responsible for effective claims management. Assist with creation, implementation and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures to ensure consistency across all departments. Coordinate and support the Joint Health and Safety Committee activities. Conduct onsite investigation of accidents and incidents related to health and safety matters. Report all accidents to WSIB. Provide budget assistance relating to staffing. Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification, considered an asset. Minimum three years applicable experience. Thorough knowledge and understanding of human resources and health and safety principles, practices, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Ontario Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Commission, WSIA, other applicable legislations and regulations. Ability to attend evening meetings. What Will Set You Apart: We’re eager to learn about your personal attributes that will enhance our team in addition to your qualifications. We are seeking someone who: Has the ability to build relationships. Is a confident and effective communicator. Has strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Has the ability to be flexible. Annual salary ranging from $63,663.60 to $79,570.40 based on a 35 hour work week. The position includes health and dental benefits and OMERS pension. Join the Team! Interested individuals having these qualifications are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to: We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. It is the policy of the Municipality that all persons considered for employment are required to provide the Municipality with a criminal record check by the police force responsible for the jurisdiction of their residence. The Municipality of West Perth is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, West Perth will provide accommodations to all applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.56. #J-18808-Ljbffr