Bob Bayles, Prairie Spirit’s Deputy Director of Division Services, CFO, CHRO, has been granted the designation of Fellow of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (FCPHR) for his exemplary contributions to the Human Resources profession.
This designation was awarded by the Saskatchewan chapter of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) organization, based on service to the sector and a number of specific criteria. Bayles was nominated for this award by his peers in the province.
“I passionately believe that the workplace is richly improved when leaders and supervisors focus on people’s needs and understand what motivates them,” Bayles said, reflecting on his career in Human Resources. “Receiving this professional designation from CPHR is an honour and I am humbled and thankful to accept it from my peers in our provincial organization.”
Bayles has been actively involved in the Saskatchewan chapter of CPHR for over a decade, following his work with the Ontario chapter. His ongoing volunteer work with the provincial organization includes a term as president and service on the national board. Bayles was awarded the Distinguished Career Award by CPHR in 2019.
Bayles has been part of the senior leadership team at Prairie Spirit School Division since 2011. He began his work at the Division as the HR Superintendent and became the Deputy Director, Division Services, CFO, CHRO in 2018.
“Bob provides strong and thoughtful leadership in Prairie Spirit School Division,” said Tracey Young, Director of Education. “His contributions to the Division have been invaluable, with expertise in Human Resources and the management of finances and facilities.”
Bayles officially received this prestigious designation at a CPHR awards ceremony in Saskatoon on October 4.