AP 400 - Staff Recruitment and Selection

Background

Staff recruitment and selection is one of the most important priorities of the Division.

The Division shall employ individuals best qualified to meet the diverse needs of students and the school division and maintain high standards of excellence.

1.    Recruitment of all Staff

1.1.    Schools and services will advise the Human Resource Services of all staffing requirements by completing a staffing requisition (AppliTrack).

1.2.    Human Resources is responsible for posting and advertising available positions upon review of the current job description.  Positions that become vacant will be posted.

1.3.    Human Resources is responsible for recruitment and selection that adhere to applicable legislation, collective agreements and working conditions.

1.4.    Professional Staff

1.4.1.   Teachers returning from an approved leave of absence may be given priority in teacher placements.

1.4.2.   Teachers may apply for a transfer to another school or teaching area (AP 424 - Transfer of Professional Staff - Horizon School Division).

1.5.    Support Staff

1.5.1.   All support staff hired will have the appropriate qualifications as outlined in the applicable job description.

1.5.2.   If applicable, seniority will be given priority in placement.

2.    Interview & Selection Process

The screening process will include reference checking before interviews, whenever possible.

2.1.    Interviews will be mutually agreed upon and will include:

2.1.1   Superintendents

• Director of Education
• Superintendent of Human Resources