HomeMy WebLinkAbout23 146 Employment Policy By-lawTHE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINE
BY-LAW
NO. 2023 – 146
Being a By-law to Adopt an Employment Policy for
The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine
Whereas pursuant to the said Municipal Act, Sections 8 and 9 provides that a municipality
has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural person for the purpose of
exercising its authority under this or any other Act; and
Whereas Section 270 (1) of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended,
requires a municipality to adopt and maintain a policy with respect to the manner in which
the municipality will try to ensure that it is accountable to the public for its actions, and the
manner in which the municipality will try to ensure that its actions are transparent to the
public; and
Whereas the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine desires to adopt
an Employment Policy; now therefore be it
Resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine Enacts
as follows:
1. That the Employment Policy for The Municipality of Kincardine, attached hereto as
Schedule ‘A’ and forming part of this By-law, be adopted.
2. That this By-law shall come into full force and effect upon its final passing.
3. That all other Policies passed by By-law and Resolution inconsistent with this By-
law, be repealed.
4. That By-law may be cited as the “Employment Policy By-law”.
Read a First and Second Time this 14th day of August, 2023.
Read a Third Time and Finally Passed this 14th day of August, 2023.
Mayor Clerk
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Schedule ‘A’
Policy No.: HR.01
Section: Your Government & People
Policy Title: Employment Policy
Adopted Date: August 14, 2023
By-law No.: 2023-146
Revision Date:
1. Purpose
The purpose of the Employment Policy is to outline the objectives that govern
employment with the Municipality of Kincardine (“Municipality”) contributing to the
health, well-being, productivity, and retention of our employees. It will also set broad
direction for the development of accountable and transparent employment policies and
procedures that reflect business needs, employment best practices and remain
competitive in attracting and retaining a skilled and dedicated workforce.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees of the Municipality of Kincardine.
3. Definitions
Employee - refers to paid individuals of the Municipality who are compensated for hours
worked which will include full-time, part-time, contract, casual, and students
4. Policy
A. Organizational Commitment
The Municipality is committed to providing a work environment where all employees are
treated in a fair, consistent, and respectful manner in alignment with relevant legislation
as it relates to the employee experience. The Municipality will strive to recruit and retain
a competent, qualified, and diverse workforce that enhances the vision and culture of
our organization.
B. General Employment Objectives
• To establish and maintain employment policies, procedures, and practices, in
accordance with applicable legislation.
• To establish expectations for the professional and ethical conduct of employees
through an Employee Code of Conduct.
• To address all employment matters in a fair, objective, and proactive manner and
provide mechanisms to prevent and resolve concerns.
• To implement fair and transparent compensation practices that support the
achievement of our corporate goals in alignment with market research.
• To create a safe and positive work environment that contributes to the motivation,
productivity, and retention of employees.
• To ensure the safety and well-being of employees and residents accessing
municipal facilities.
• To provide the required training, tools, equipment and resources for employees to
effectively complete their job responsibilities.
• To provide employees with learning and developmental opportunities to advance
career goals.
• To support initiatives that contribute to employee engagement and wellness and
enable employees to make a meaningful contribution in the workplace.
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C. Accessible Employment
The Municipality recognizes that individuals with disabilities are valuable contributors to
the organization. The Municipality is committed to providing equal employment
opportunities for persons with disabilities and to meet the accessibility and
accommodation needs of employees with a disability in accordance with the
Accessibility with Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
The Municipality strives to provide an accessible and welcoming environment for
everyone by identifying and removing barriers in our workplace and ensuring that new
barriers are not created. The Municipality is required to make the following employment
practices accessible to meet the needs of employees and job applicants with disabilities:
recruitment & selection, performance management & career development, return to
work processes, accommodation plans, and emergency procedures.
5. Related Policies
HR.02 - Employee Code of Conduct
HR.03 - Compensation & Benefits Policy
GG 3.9 - Integrated Accessibility Standards Policy
6. Related Documents/Legislation
Employment Standards Act, 2000
Ontario Human Rights Code, 1990
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005