Policy Consultant, Human Resources - Toronto, ON, Canada - City of Toronto

Description

JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9299
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Human Resources Hr Dept Head & Staff
Salary Information: $101, $127,218.00
Pay Scale Group: 10SA (CAN/S/J/10SA)
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturdays & Sundays Shift: Day
Posted On: May 17, 2024
Last Day to Apply: May 29, 2024

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."

Lead in policy development and application to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with organizational objectives at the TTC. The incumbent will analyze HR data, metrics, and statistics, to make recommendations related to policies and processes which impact recruitment and retention including ensuring legal compliance.

What You Will Do

• Develops, updates and implements policies and processes
• Recommends improvement for organizational culture and employee engagement
• Facilitates meaningful employee engagement processes to ensure that policy positions are rooted in the needs of the TTC and its employees
• Applies HR best practices to policy development and implementation
• Coordinates strategic policy development with stakeholders
• Ensures that sound human resources practices, as well as data, metrics and statistics are applied to research, development, implementation, interpretation and evaluation of the TTC's policies, programs and procedures
• Prepares reports and presentations on HR issues and policies
• Analyzes data, metrics, and statistics, and makes recommendations related to policies and processes
• Collaborates with subject matter experts for efficient policy development
• Acts as a key point of contact across the TTC for policy development
• Manages assigned projects, ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance and continuous learning
• Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Helps to build an inclusive and accessible work and service environment for all employees and customers. Ensures the needs of employees and customers are accommodated in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies;
  
  

What Skills Do You Bring?

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Apply analytical skills

Communicate in a variety of mediums

Develop/document policies and procedures

Gather information and conduct research

Manage projects

Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations

Use office technology, software and applications

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• A University Degree, or College Diploma in a related discipline (i.e., Public Policy & Administration, Human Resources) or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed to be equivalent
• Considerable experience in strategic policy development, analysis, and stakeholder engagement
• Experience working with a variety of stakeholders in in policy development
• Experience working with senior management within the public sector
• Proficiency in HR data analysis and legal compliance
• Familiarity with government legislation in the areas of Human Resources, Human Rights as well as Occupational Health and Safety
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees
• Project management experience, managing complex assignments from inception through to implementation with minimal direction while balancing political, community and other stakeholder interests, and resolving conflicts
• Strong conceptual thinking and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Must stay updated on related legislation, government policy and/or case law relating to human resources issues and best practices

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.