Senior Specialist, Staffing And Workforce Management, Audio And Radio (french Services)

Senior Specialist, Staffing And Workforce Management, Audio And Radio (French Services)

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Radio Operations and Resources, you will actively contribute to the planning and assignment of production teams. You will be responsible for coordinating recruitment as well as managing assignments and replacements.

You will also contribute to process optimization, administrative follow-up of files, and employee onboarding, ensuring compliance and efficiency in practices. Your thoroughness, organizational skills, and interpersonal abilities allow you to play a key role in the smooth operation of the Audio and Radio division.

Main responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Audio and Radio management team in recruiting resources and conducting interviews.
• Implement short and long-term human resource planning strategies by anticipating needs and aligning hires with strategic objectives.
• Participate in the development and implementation of a new assignment system, establishing processes and best practices.
• Advise Audio and Radio management on staffing issues and propose appropriate solutions.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives: optimize resource sharing and design development plans for staff.
• Collaborate with various Radio-Canada divisions to facilitate employee mobility and optimize resource utilization.
• Implement equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) strategies in recruitment and talent management.
• Supervise internships (including relationships with universities and network development).
• Welcome new employees and coordinate return-to-work processes after absences.
• Monitor disability cases and coordinate steps with managers and employees.
• Manage leaves (banks, policy application, depletion plans).
• Review and validate working hours; prepare and analyze workforce reports.
• Carry out various administrative tasks related to resource management.

Profile sought:

• University degree in Human Resources Management, Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in human resources management, ideally in a unionized environment. A combination of education and experience demonstrating a solid understanding of human resources management will also be considered
• Experience in interpreting and applying HR policies and practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel) and collaborative tools (Google Workspace)
• Knowledge of HR systems (Workday or equivalent) is an asset
• Thoroughness, organizational skills, and ability to manage priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to adapt approaches to changing situations and to break down complex challenges
• Capacity to move from idea to action by developing relevant frameworks and models
• Curiosity and ability to quickly learn new software tools and technologies
• Ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative information to guide strategic decisions
• Availability seven (7) days a week to respond to operational and urgent needs
• Fluency in spoken and written French

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.
• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country's diversity. That's because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That's why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada's public broadcaster.

Primary Location: 1000, Rue Papineau, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 0C2

Number of Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Full time