Member, WCB Board of Directors
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Job Title:
Member, WCB Board of DirectorsJob Type:
Board of Directors /Job Location:
Competition #: 831
Ministry : Jobs, Economy and Trade
Opening Date : 2024/08/30
Closing Date : 2024/09/20
Role: One (1) Worker Member (representative of the interest of workers)
It is recognized in Alberta as a fundamental principle and as a matter of public policy that all persons are equal. Diversity and inclusion are valued and supported on the boards of Alberta's public agencies.
Role Required
The Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving on WCB's Board of Directors.
We are inviting applications to fill:
(1) Worker Member (representative of the interests of workers)
Location
WCB's head office is located in Edmonton, Alberta, and board members are expected to reside in Alberta.
About the Agency
Through an Act of the Legislature, the Workers' Compensation Act (WCA), WCB has overall responsibility for the administration of the workers' compensation system in Alberta, and the delivery of workers' compensation services to workers and employers of the province, subject only to statutory rights of review and appeal contained in the WCA. WCB was founded based upon the "Meredith Principles" including no-fault compensation, security of benefits, collective liability, independent administration, and exclusive jurisdiction.
The mandate of WCB is to operate Alberta's workers' compensation system, providing compensation to workers who suffer workplace injuries or illnesses, and helping them recover and return to work. The health and well-being of injured workers is at the centre of the workers' compensation system, and the system must be sustainable, affordable, and fair, in order to benefit workers now, and in the future.
The Board of Directors is responsible for the governance of WCB and the oversight of WCB's management of its business and affairs. The Board of Directors guides WCB's strategic direction, evaluates the performance of WCB's President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and approves and monitors WCB's corporate objectives, including administrative budget and financial results.
Related legislation includes the Workers' Compensation Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act, the Government Organization Act and the Revised Statutes of Alberta.
Role Description
BOARD MEMBERS
The Board of Directors plays an important role in ensuring WCB-Alberta's accountability. The Board is accountable to the Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade as defined in the Workers' Compensation Act (WCA) and Corporate Governance Policy. In their governance role, members regularly review the strategic direction for the organization. Using their diverse areas of expertise, the Board of Directors ensures WCB-Alberta remains true to its mandate, and that the health of the system is protected for the long term. The Board of Directors shall operate in a manner consistent with the WCA and corporate governance principles.
Although Board Members are representative of the interests of workers, employers, and the general public, it is expected that, consistent with their fiduciary role, they set aside any allegiances to a particular group and strive to maintain the welfare, credibility and integrity of the workers' compensation system at all times.
Skills and Experience Required
The Board of Directors is representative of the overall diversity of Alberta. Ideal candidates will bring a broad range of relevant experience, reflect the diversity of Albertans, and possess a demonstrated ability to make a significant contribution at the Board of Directors' level across a wide variety of business, labour, financial and public policy issues. We are seeking Board Members who understand and demonstrate commitment to WCB's governance model and who contribute to fulfilling the vision and mission of WCB. Previous board experience is an asset.
The ideal candidate will have:
Awareness of the legislation and related policies and procedures.
Previous experience in leadership roles in complex environments with diverse stakeholders.
A track record of exercising sound and consistent judgement and demonstrated expertise in managing complex issues with integrity and fairness.
Experience with vulnerable or injured workers, including experience advocating for or representing workers.
Post-secondary education in information technology, worker health and wellness, benefit and assessment policy, communication and stakeholder engagement, or human resources is an asset.
Remuneration and Time Commitment
The Board Member appointments are made by Order in Council and are for a fixed term of up to three years, with the potential for reappointment for additional terms. The time commitment is anticipated to be approximately three to five days per month.
Members of the Board of Directors are compensated only for time spent on the business of the Board, at double the rate specified in Schedule 1, Part A of the Committee Remuneration Order (OC466/2007), effective April 1, 2009.
1. A member of a committee, other than the chairman, shall be paid
(a) $164 for up to and including four hours in any day, or
(b) $290 for over four hours and up to and including eight hours in any day, or
(c) $427 for over eight hours in any day, spent on the business of the committee.
Honoraria is subject to review. Travelling expenses will be paid in accordance with WCB's Travel, Accommodation, and Subsistence Guidelines.
Meetings are held at the head office in Edmonton, Alberta.
Position Profile
Please see the attached Position Profile for more information on this opportunity and a detailed list of responsibilities
Additional Documentation
In addition to your cover letter and resume, we require a biography. Click HERE to download the biography form.
Once the forms are completed, save them to your PC. When you click on submit application, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop or upload your completed biography form and others requested into the 'Drop files below or click to upload' section.
Contact Information
Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission.
Phone: 780-408-8460
Email: psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca
How To Apply
Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.
Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the 'apply' button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on 'submit application'. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.
Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.
Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit 'submit application', you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the 'Drop files below or click to upload' section before clicking the 'apply' button.
If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates' qualifications most closely match the agency's requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process. You can check the status of each competition on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/public-agencies.cfm.
The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 3rd Floor, Peace Hills Trust Tower, 10011 109 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S8 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.
Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.
Contact Information
Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission.
Phone: 780-408-8460