Employee Training
City of Edmonton employees are encouraged to adopt a life long learning orientation. To this end employees receive support to achieve their learning goals as training and professional development contribute to productive, effective and engaged employees.
As a welcome to the City of Edmonton all permanent employees are enrolled in a series of Employee Orientation courses within the first three months of employment.
Employee Orientation Courses
Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct states values, provides guidance and recommends action so employees can maintain the highest level of professional conduct - it also reminds employees of the policies and principles of conduct the City has always embraced.
Employee Orientation
This is a chance for new employees to meet each other and learn about the City of Edmonton. The goal of the session is to help employees understand why the City exists, the work that the City does, where the City is going and how the City values its employees - in short, employees will understand the City’s business as a municipality.
FOIP in the City
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) is the Alberta legislation that protects the privacy of personal and confidential information. FOIP is part of the City's standard business practices. Employees are routinely asked questions regarding someone else's personal information, or the business information of a third party, and they must know the FOIP implications of such inquiries.
Workplace Violence
The safety and security of all City employees and the public is a primary concern at The City of Edmonton. This course helps employees to identify potentially harmful situations and learn strategies for diffusing them to maintain personal safety.
Respectful Workplace
City employees work in a complex environment dealing with a variety of individuals whether it be colleagues or the public. This course helps employees identify inappropriate behaviours and promote a work environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Life Long Learning
Continuing on the theme of a life long learning orientation, City employees can access a wide variety of courses with a focus on:
- Business skills
- Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Information Technology
- Health, Safety and Wellness
- Leadership Skills
- Management Skills
- Project Management Skills
eLearning and Resources
In addition to available courses, we offer eLearning (online courses) and training resources such as the HR Resource Library are also accessible to all employees. Books, videos, cassettes and periodicals on a wide variety of topics are available for loan.
Depending on an employee’s position, they may also be required to register for Department or Branch specific training. Each Department will arrange for employee enrolment in required courses. Examples include:
- Respirator Fit Testing
- WHMIS Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Employees may also be eligible for association membership fee reimbursement and tuition reimbursement for courses offered through outside Associations and Educational Institutions. Reimbursement is subject to department approval.
For More Information
Call one of our employment assistants or visit our Digital Career Centre at City Hall.
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| Website | (http://www.edmonton.ca/careers) |
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