Opportunities

Salary Information

HL 21 - $74,093.00 - $96,321.00 per annum.  Please note this position is currently subject to a classification review.

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the Employee Relations Team, this position supports the overall organization by analyzing employee attendance patterns, identifying trends, and recommending strategies to reduce absenteeism and enhance workforce productivity. In collaboration with employees, managers and union representatives, the Consultant ensures attendance policies are applied fairly and consistently. Additionally, the role supports the disability management process on behalf of Human Resources, including accommodation assessments and the development of return-to-work/stay-at-work strategies.

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of attendance support activities related to non-medical workplace absences.
• Contribute to the development of accommodation plans and effective return-to-work or stay-at-work strategies as a member of the Disability Management Team.
• Manage a high volume of employee cases, from initial absence through successful reintegration to the workplace, following structured case management processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (e.g. employees, union representatives, managers, employee relations, occupational health and safety) to enhance attendance and disability management practices.
• Support the resolution of issues between employees and managers regarding attendance or accommodations.
• Provide ongoing support to employees with accommodations, facilitate successful reintegration and sustained workplace participation.
• Analyze data and evaluate program effectiveness, identify workplace trends, and ensure organizational compliance with relevant policies, legislation and collective agreements. 
• Develop materials and deliver training and information sessions related to attendance and disability management.
• Support other Human Resources functions as required.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in Human Resources, Disability Management, Psychology/Counselling, Public Health, Occupational Health and Safety, Social Work or related field.
• Experience supporting attendance management programs or services.
• Experience developing or coordinating workplace accommodations and/or implementing return-to-work or stay at work strategies. 
• Equivalences will be considered. 

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of attendance support functions and strategies. 
• Knowledge of disability management practices. 
• Understanding of relevant legislative requirements and current best practices in workplace accommodation and inclusive employment.
• Case management skills. 
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to make independent decisions and solve problems.
• Ability to effectively exchange information. 
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Ability to develop and deliver training or information sessions.
• Ability to effectively manage sensitive employee situations with discretion and confidentiality.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 
• Ability to travel to campuses throughout the province as required.

Conditions of Acceptance

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 
  • Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position. 

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

Applicant Information

• This position provides flexibility in location, with consideration being given to candidates requesting to work from any one of our campuses throughout the province.  
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon, Selection Board Chair, by email at sarah.gaudon@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA's core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!