Job Description

Associate Superintendent, Human Resources - Central Office

Although the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, applications received by June 12, 2023 at 9:00 am will be assured of careful consideration.

Lethbridge School Division invites applications from energetic, insightful, and innovative leaders for the position of Associate Superintendent, Human Resources with duties to commence on August 1, 2023, or on a mutually agreed upon date. The ideal candidate will possess a student-centered perspective, a growth mindset, excellent communication skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, the ability to nurture a positive culture, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The Division

Lethbridge School Division offers high quality learning experiences over a broad range of programs to meet the needs of learners. Lethbridge School Division embraces diversity in inclusive schools and is known for its innovative culture. The Division employs more than 1,200 staff and assists in serving the educational needs of over 12,000 students within 24 schools in the city of Lethbridge.

Mission and Values

Lethbridge School Division is inclusive, forward-thinking and accountable for engaging students in quality learning experiences that develop strong foundations, innovative minds and responsible citizens. We value learning, well-being, respect, leadership and inclusion.

For a complete overview of our division, you are encouraged to visit our .

The City of Lethbridge

Lethbridge is located just two hours south of Calgary and close to the Rocky Mountains and U.S. border. It is a family-oriented and culturally vibrant community with many amenities of a larger city. Lethbridge has over 100,000 residents and is one of only a few cities its size with two post-secondary institutions - Lethbridge College and University of Lethbridge. Lethbridge has a robust fine arts community and is known for access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. Lethbridge offers more than 70 parks, 140 km of walking and running trails, playgrounds, sports fields and indoor recreation facilities throughout the city.

The City of Lethbridge is proud neighbor to the largest First Nation reserve by area in Canada. Kainai Nation (also known as the Blood or Kainaiwa nation), covers 1,342.9 km\xc2\xb2, and is located southwest of the city of Lethbridge, north of the town of Cardston, east of Pincher Creek, bordered on all sides of the Oldman, St. Mary and Belly rivers in Alberta. We are fortunate to learn from Indigenous communities and are committed to enhancing our understanding of the truths of our past so we can continue to move towards reconciliation.

The Role

As a key member of the Division\xe2\x80\x99s senior leadership team, the Associate Superintendent reports to the Superintendent of Schools. The Associate Superintendent will be a proven educational leader with demonstrated success in educational leadership, inspiring staff growth, implementing change, and developing a strong team. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Associate Superintendent participates in decision-making and policymaking at the highest level and provides advice to the Board of Trustees in a variety of areas with specific focus on human resource activities and outcomes that fall within governance. The successful candidate will lead the Human Resources team and will maintain the utmost confidentiality, lead with moral imperative, develop strong working relationships and solve complex problems.

The Associate Superintendent leads and manages all aspects of the Human Resources department including, but not limited to:

• Employee recruitment, selection, onboarding, allocation, and retention;
• Development and implementation of staff development programs;
• Staff growth, supervision, and evaluation;
• Employee wellness;
• Communications;
• Negotiations;
• Resolution of legal and employment issues;
• Planning as a member of the senior administrative team, including input on matters related to learning and student supports;
• Policy associated with employees.

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced educational leader with a record of successful administrative experience at the school or division level who has successfully guided change throughout their career. The successful candidate will have:

• Alberta teacher certification (or eligibility for Alberta teacher certification), Alberta Leadership Quality Standard certification (or eligibility for Leadership Quality standard certification) and a Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree;
• A leadership history that actively demonstrates genuine care for students, staff and members of the school community;
• A vision for building an exemplary staff committed to students and each other;
• Consistently demonstrated the ability to creatively solve problems, while overseeing a broad portfolio of services and supports;
• The knowledge and skills necessary for fulfilling the statutory duties laid out in relevant legislation and the Education Act pertaining to employees;
• Demonstrated strong advocacy for meeting the needs of students and staff;
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills;
• A demonstrated ability to communicate information in a timely and transparent manner;
• A reputation of possessing strong ethics and acting with integrity to nurture trusting relationships;
• Exemplary skills in analytical reasoning, problem solving, and crisis management;
• A high level of proficiency, and aptitude for computer programs and systems integration;
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills necessary for responding to complex responsibilities in a division office setting;
• A history of leadership characterized by collaboration and capacity building.

• Experience as a school Principal will be considered an asset;
• Experience in a Division administrative role will be considered an asset;
• Relevant Human Resources experience will be considered an asset;

• Relevant Human Resources certification, training or degree will be considered an asset.

Conditions of Employment:

In order to ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, applicants new to Lethbridge School Division who are offered employment must provide:

• A police information check; including Vulnerable Sector Check from Police Services or an RCMP detachment that does not have any charges or convictions.
• A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from South Region Alberta Child and Family Services.
• Proof of photo identification and documentation of a valid Social Insurance Number in the employee\xe2\x80\x99s legal name.
• Travel is required within the city, therefore a valid Class 5 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License is required.

Inquiries about the application process can be directed to Katie Guccione at email

Inquiries about the role description can be directed to Michael Nightingale at email

Although the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, applications received by 9:00 am on June 12, 2023 will be assured careful consideration.

Inquiries about the application process can be directed to Katie Guccione at katie.guccione@lethsd.ab.ca

Inquiries about the role description can be directed to Michael Nightingale at mike.nightingale@lethsd.ab.ca

Although the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, applications received by 9:00 am on June 12, 2023 will be assured careful consideration.

Selection Process Information

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted directly and invited to submit a short video interview (instructions for completing the video will be provided to selected candidates). Once video submissions have been reviewed, candidates will be selected for in-person interviews.

Application Information

To apply to this position please visit our

Applications must include the following:

• Cover letter directed to Michael Nightingale, incoming Superintendent of Schools;
• Resume highlighting professional qualifications and experience;
• Minimum 4 professional references.

Note, the total number of pages for the application package (Cover letter, resume and references) cannot exceed 4 pages.

Please include copies of the following with your application:

• Copy of Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Copy of Leadership Quality Standard Certificate.

Benefits

Lethbridge School Division provides a comprehensive compensation package with a competitive salary, exceptional benefit package and the opportunity to positively impact students and school communities!

Lethbridge School Division