#23-25E Equity & Inclusion Specialist

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties for this position may involve but are not limited to:

• Develops and promotes key internal organizational programs related to equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Leads, conducts and participates in projects to improve the effectiveness of internal programs, including project planning, implementation, stakeholder consultation, training and communication.
• Leads the development, assessment and delivery of equity, inclusion and accessibility training programs. 
• Evaluates and reports on the effectiveness of key metrics and goals related to internal programs and initiatives.
• Writes reports and prepares recommendations to support internal program development and initiatives.
• Assists in raising awareness and understanding of internal equity, inclusion and accessibility programs within the organization.
• Acts as the lead interface for assigned Internal Support Network groups.
• Advises on procedures and implementation strategies for legislative requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Participates on relevant internal and external committees, professional associations and networks.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a three (3) year post-secondary degree in Human Rights and/or Equity Studies, or related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years previous work experience developing, coordinator and implementing human rights, and/or employee equity and inclusion programs, preferably gained while working with a large, unionized organization.
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and other related human rights legislation. 
• Project management and report writing an asset.
• Previous experience in public speaking, demonstrated presentation and inclusive team facilitation skills.
• Ability to research, synthesize data, information and recommendations in a variety of formats including reports and presentations.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively and partnering with a broad range of equity seeking groups.
• Ability to collaborate and partner with diverse internal and external stakeholders, sometimes with competing interests, using strong interpersonal skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Please submit your cover letter and resume as one PDF document, by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
• Only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.
• All correspondence will be via the e-mail provided on your resume.
• Please contact talent@yrp.ca if you have any questions regarding this recruitment process.

York Regional Police is committed to fairness and equity in our recruitment and selection process, and in building and retaining a talented and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.

All York Regional Police employment policies and procedures are intended to be non-discriminatory and barrier-free. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with differing abilities upon request.​

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