ASSISTANT MANGER, HEALTH, SAFETY AND LEAVE MANAGEMENT

Recognized for its dedication to inclusion, diversity, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a deep history of high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.
As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the 2,600 committed professionals across the district. School District No. 38 (Richmond) is seeking Education Assistants to provide educational and functional support to students with special needs, in and out of the classroom.
The Assistant Manager, Health, Safety and Leave Management is responsible for leading the coordination of WorkSafe BC claims, non-occupational health-related leaves, and district-wide safety initiatives. This role supports employees through injury and illness, ensures compliance with legislation, collective agreements, and internal policies, and promotes effective return-to-work strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external partners to manage claims, facilitate safety training, and identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• A Diploma/Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Advanced knowledge of WorkSafe BC OH&S Regulations, Legislation, disability management best practices, and any other requirements pertaining to health, safety and wellness.
• A successful track record in developing, implementing and coordinating H&S programs.
• Proven ability to establish and engage in collaborative relationships and communication with all levels of an organization and with external agencies.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including excellent public speaking, presentation and training skills.
• Proficiency in standard office applications and ability to adapt to other specialized software applications as required.
• Experience in ergonomic assessment is an asset.
• Experience in a complex multi-union environment is an asset.
• Attention to detail and superb organizational abilities.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and communicate all necessary information to employees throughout their health-related leaves.
• Ensure compliance with CUPE and RTA Collective Agreements, internal policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Provide reports and statistics as required.
• Develop procedures and processes as necessary.
• Identify and implement solutions for cost efficiencies.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to resolve Duty to Accommodate requests.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting for payroll purposes.
• Lead JOHSC (Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee) Meetings and provide expert advice to the interpretation and application of WorkSafe BC Acts and Regulations, standards, policies, procedures and programs across the district.
• Conduct accident and incident investigations, and worksite visits.
• identify workplace hazards and corrective actions.
• Develop, facilitate, and track safety training programs/courses for staff on various topics.
• Exercise discretion in decision making and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.