What you need to know about HR in the Public Sector
This targeted course is specifically designed for federal public servants in Canada to enhance their proficiency in human resources management within the public sector framework.
Description
Focusing on the practical application of the job classification system and the dynamics of a unionized workforce, this course offers a deep dive into the operational and strategic elements essential for effective HR management. The program prepares participants to navigate and implement HR practices that align with federal regulations and collective agreements.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Articulate the foundational legal and ethical principles that govern public sector HR in Canada.
- Understand the public sector job classification system and its process to determine job levels and corresponding pay grades.
- Understand the various recruitment and staffing strategies that comply with federal standards and ethical practices.
- Manage HR issues in a unionized environment with an understanding of collective bargaining and labor rights.
- Enhance communication skills to effectively address HR challenges and facilitate organizational goals.
Core Skills:
- Understanding Legal and Ethical HR Principles: Gaining a comprehensive knowledge of the foundational legal and ethical frameworks governing HR practices in Canada’s public sector.
- Job Classification System Expertise: Developing the ability to navigate and apply the public sector job classification system, including determining job levels and corresponding pay grades.
- Communication and Conflict Resolution: Enhancing communication abilities to address HR challenges constructively, resolve conflicts, and support organizational objectives.
- Strategic HR Implementation: Applying operational and strategic HR practices that align with federal regulations and support workforce development and organizational effectiveness.
Duration:
- 3 hours, including brief breaks to maintain engagement and facilitate learning absorption.
Special Offers
Take advantage of these exclusive discounts available when registering for IOG courses:
- Group Course Discount: Register 3 or more colleagues together for the same course and receive 10% off your total registration fee.
Learning together builds team capacity—and helps you save on training costs. - Individual Bundle Discount: Register as an individual for 3 or more courses at the same time and save 10% on your total registration fee.
Advance your professional development while maximizing value.
Facilitators
A seasoned, bilingual leader in public administration for over 30 years, Omer Boudreau has significant experience in public policy, corporate management and government operations.
He is a strategic leader who has successfully implemented transformational change in various settings. His reputation of excellence in building relationships, in the engagement of stakeholders and in achieving results has consistently earned him recognition among his peers.
Prior to launching his career as a leadership/management consultant, Omer served as VP, Corporate Management at the Public Service Commission of Canada, VP, Human Resources at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and DG, Therapeutic Products at Health Canada. He also served in several other executive positions in the federal public service. Having led corporate functions and operational programs, in both regional settings and in the National Capital,
Omer has a broad understanding of public administration and a wealth of experience that he now shares passionately with his clients. In addition to public administration, Omer’s passions include cooking for family and friends and playing music.