Career Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity in our Human Resources department. Join our team as a Program Assistant, Fitness for Duty!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Manager – Fitness for Duty, this position is responsible for assisting in the administration of the TTC’s Fitness for Duty Policy. Responsibilities include preparing correspondence, scheduling and tracking drug and alcohol testing appointments, auditing invoices, reporting confidential results and updating databases.

In addition to the above the incumbent will: 

• Assist in the administration of the TTC’s Fitness for Duty Policy
• Receive and report confidential alcohol and drug test results
• Arrange for drug and alcohol testing as part of the Return to Work process under the Fitness for Duty (FFD) Policy
• Schedule tests for the TTC's drug and alcohol testing programs
• Update and maintain tracking for result records, incidents and invoicing
• Ensure the confidentiality of documents is maintained, including confidential testing information and records
• Treat employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service-provider and an employer

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of a post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field combined with several years of related work experience or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent
• Must have experience with complex scheduling
• Knowledge of labour relations, human rights and human resources concepts and practices including relevant legislation such as Labour Relations Act, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in a timely fashion to adapt to changing situations
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Working knowledge of computers and software applications relevant to the work, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of SharePoint would be considered and asset
• Must have or rapidly acquire comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees

What Skills Do You Bring?

What Do We Offer?

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being. 

Our Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee. 

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