Interested candidates are required to complete the following on-line application to the attention of: The Recruitment Team. This term position effective immediately ending on or about August 31, 2027 due to a vacancy.

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) supports a flexible working culture and currently provides the opportunity for employees to work from home in addition to working in the office for some positions. The YRDSB implemented Working From Home Guidelines to facilitate this work option. Please note, this does not apply for school based positions.

Position Summary

In compliance with Board policies and procedures, responsible for supporting the Health and Safety Manager in planning, developing and maintaining comprehensive environmental (e.g., asbestos, well water, indoor air quality) and fire safety programs by providing advice and participating through the evaluation, development, implementation and monitoring of programs, policies, procedures and guidelines in compliance with the Environmental Protection Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Ontario Fire Code and related Regulations.

Major Responsibilities

To meet, consult and liaise with internal and external working groups on environmental health & safety requirements and act as a resource for school Administrators, department managers, employees and health and safety committees. To evaluate and monitor school/site/Board compliance with the Ontario Fire Code, Drinking Water Regulation, confined space, and Designated Substance – Asbestos on Construction Projects and in Buildings and Repair Operations Regulation. To investigate, test, monitor, and report on building environment and working conditions including air quality, sound levels, and temperature and make recommendations and provide advice to management and appropriate staff. To monitor and maintain assessments including asbestos management, water sampling, hearing conservation, hazardous waste storage and disposal, and well water management. This includes coordinating surveys, sampling and monitoring the status of removal or repair work. To develop, coordinate and deliver training on environmental health and safety issues, such as Asbestos, Fire Code Compliance and Well Water Management, including the maintenance of related materials. To support Disability Management on employee accommodation and claims such as scent sensitivities, chemical/environmental sensitivities, concussion management, and hearing loss claims. To liaise with outside government agencies and their agents, such as York Region Health Services, Ministry of Labour, and Ministry of the Environment, as required. To implement and maintain the Hearing Conservation Program, including researching, providing, and tracking hearing protection for teaching staff and validating Hearing Loss claims with WSIB. To research and monitor pertinent legislation, codes for updates, changes, or new developments in environmental health & safety. To provide support and response to queries, emergency situations, and/or complaints from Board staff or Public Health regarding working environment and conditions and coordinating with third party consultants if necessary. To develop, write and distribute health & safety correspondence as required. To attend, advise and provide consultation to all Board MJOSHCs on matters arising during the meetings and the mandated requirements of committee as indicated by legislation. To perform other duties as assigned.

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible to Manager, Health and Safety

Education, Experience And Qualifications

A three-year university degree or college diploma in health and safety, environmental studies, fire prevention or a related discipline is required. Minimum five to seven years in dealing with environmental safety issues related to asbestos, drinking water, indoor air quality and fire prevention or related experience is required. Preferred certification and/or training in relevant health and safety topics including industrial hygiene, ergonomics, risk assessment, project management, HVAC and building envelope, and environmental and water treatment and technologies. Preferred certification in Small Drinking Water systems Operator. Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have access to own transportation.

Leadership

Supervision or people management is not an expectation of this role. Responsible for sharing information and educating individuals within and outside of the Board, as it relates to YRDSB Health and Safety programs, policies, procedures, and legislative guidelines. Communicates private and confidential information regarding health and safety and environmental health and safety issues/concerns with government agencies and Board staff and community. Interactions may involve information that is detailed and requires careful consideration. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with Board staff, union partners, and external agencies in the development and implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures. Serves as a resource person and provides recommendation of best practices as it relates to compliance with Health and Safety and Board regulations.

Accountability And Decision Making

Responsible for ensuring adherence to Board policies and procedures and the Environmental Protection Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Fire Code, and other related regulations. Investigates challenges arising from exposure concerns to environmental hazards such as asbestos, vibration, air quality, water quality, and chemicals. This includes complex investigations with studies to determine corrective actions. Responsible for presenting Health and Safety and Environmental Safety information and/or topics of concern to intended audience including school staff. Decisions made can have an impact on the wellbeing of YRDSB staff and compliance with Health and Safety and Environmental Safety regulations.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community.

Therefore, in pursuit of the Board’s values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board’s priorities, goals and principles outlined in the . Candidates who have strong racial literacy practices and a commitment to dismantling anti-racism, anti-oppression, and creating identity-affirming spaces, in order to intentionally disrupt racist and hateful acts.

We Actively Encourage Applications From Members Of Groups With Historical And/or Current Barriers To Sovereignty, Equity, Including, But Not Limited To

First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples (in alignment with Anti-Black Racism Strategy); South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East/West Asian, Latino/Hispanic (in alignment with YRDSB Workforce Census to address disproportionalities identified). members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities; persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize the duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc. If an accommodation is required, requests can be made in advance of any stage of the recruitment process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team. Please make this request to or a member of the Recruitment Team. If this position is a school based LTO/Contract Teaching position, please email the Principal directly to request the accommodation to be made at the school in collaboration with Human Resource Services, Disability Management Team.

Important Note for YRDSB Employees: If you have a current accommodation in place through Disability Management, please inform your Disability Management Case Manager () to ensure that your accommodation needs can be met in the new role that you are pursuing. If invited to participate in the hiring process, and you are unable to perform the essential/bona fide requirements (e.g. physical, cognitive requirements), please notify the Recruitment Team by emailing to review next steps (in the email please reference the job title you are applying to).

Important Information For CUPE 1734 Members

LA.11.7 Those twelve (12) month employees filling vacancies as a result of their applying to a job posting are to remain twelve (12) months at their position. Ten (10) month employees are to remain in their position until the end of the school year. This requirement can be waived with permission from the Superintendent responsible for Human Resource Services. This does not prevent employees from applying for a position or from applying for a promotion during the twelve (12) month period.

CUPE 1734 applicants will be considered to have the required educational qualifications based on the job description for the CUPE 1734 classification they currently hold on a permanent basis, in accordance with the terms of the CUPE 1734 Collective Agreement.

All successful candidates are required to provide a satisfactory police record check. Please refer to the for additional details.

Online applications are collected centrally at the Education Centre - Aurora and are monitored by Human Resource Services. All applications will be screened based on the required education, experience and qualifications as noted in the posting and job description and as reflected in the application. Only those candidates meeting these criteria will be eligible to participate in the selection process and only qualified candidates will be contacted.

The personnel file of all internal applicants will be reviewed as part of the selection process.