Are you a passionate and knowledgeable leader in equity and inclusion? The City of Edmonton is seeking a Corporate Equity Specialist to help advance a truly inclusive workplace. In this role, you will be a subject matter expert, responsible for developing and implementing programs that support the city's Art of Inclusion Framework. Your work will directly impact our corporate culture and our ability to become a modern municipal corporation. This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to drive meaningful organizational change and ensure that our systems and practices advance equity for everyone
What will you do?
Advise on and implement equity-related programs and initiatives
Act as a subject matter expert on equity measures and intersectionality, including matters of gender, race, and age
Collaborate with internal partners to advance the Art of Inclusion Framework Action Plan
Provide consultation, advice, and coaching on strategic and operational equity and inclusion matters to all levels of staff, from frontline to senior leaders
Support the development and ongoing governance of employee resource networks
Contribute to workforce equity analysis, monitor data, and develop and review reports with disaggregated analysis and recommendations
Develop and maintain relationships internally and externally to advance knowledge and position the City as a leader in equity and inclusion
Qualifications
:A university degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Human Resources, Adult Education or a related discipline
A minimum of five years of experience in equity, diversity & inclusion, especially within a large organization
Experience and comfort in designing and facilitating learning sessions and/or public speaking is a requirement
Demonstrated expertise in the intersectionality of various forms of power and oppression in the workplace and society
Lived experience and/or a direct working understanding of the values and experiences of diverse and marginalized communities
Assets:
A graduate degree in a related field
Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP) certification
Demonstrated expertise in anti-racism and implicit bias
Experience in consulting, developing, and implementing strategies for organizational and operational change
Experience with equity data analysis, such as demographic analysis
Demonstrated success leading a project with collaborators from different departments
Familiarity with GBA+ (Gender-Based Analysis Plus) and/or other inclusion lens/tools
Skills required for success:
A strong ability and willingness to develop positive, trusting relationships and work in a collaborative, integrated team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presenting
The ability to maintain trust and credibility through discrete use of sensitive and confidential information
Proven personal leadership in diversity and inclusion by actively demonstrating supportive values and behaviors
Knowledge of federal and provincial human rights and employment policy and legislation.
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.
This role works primarily in an indoor setting
Availability to attend events during the evenings and weekends may be required from time to time
This requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional states
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact