TOPIC: HR in Education
Join Nicole Dzivy, CHRL, Manager, Employee Relations at Cambrian College for a conversation on HR in Post Secondary sector. This presentation will introduce you to what it’s really like to work in Human Resources within Ontario’s post-secondary sector, focusing on the College sector. You’ll learn why labour relations is a core part of the job, including grievances, investigations, and advising leaders on performance and contract interpretation. We’ll explore how colleges and universities operate within a publicly funded and highly regulated system, where legislation, funding pressures, and government directives shape HR decisions. The session will also cover the importance of job evaluation and classification, including how HR assesses job content and supports payband structures. You’ll gain insight into the people-centric nature of the work, the constant change in the sector, and the need for strong collaboration with unions. Finally, we’ll look at the wide range of HR career paths in post-secondary education and why the sector offers strong opportunities for growth, development, and competitive benefits.
AGENDA:
12:00 PM Welcome and Introductions
12:05 PM Guest Speakers
12:45 PM Q&A
1:00 PM Event Concludes
Registration Closes: April 21st, 2026
Registration Difficulties or Questions: Please reach out to students@hrpa.ca