Job Description

Date Posted: 06/28/2023
Req ID: 32279
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM:Office of the Vice President & Principal
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

U of T Mississauga-the second largest campus of Canada\'s top-ranked university and the only research university in Ontario\'s booming Peel Region-is one of the world\'s great catalysts of human potential.

Our employee community hums with the energy of 3,400 faculty, librarians and staff, who power our campus with curiosity, connection and care. We work together to spark life-changing research and innovation, make an indelible mark on the world by building equitable cities and societies, enable healthy lives, create a sustainable future and ignite entrepreneurship. Above all, we prioritize student success, and seek to give our 16,500 students the lift of a lifetime through learning and discovery. We love to open opportunities available nowhere else for our community to achieve their ambitions and make their unique contributions to Canada and the world.

This work all comes together on a spectacularly green campus, alongside the Missinihe-ziibi (Trusting Creek or Credit River), where we seek to honour truth, reciprocity and reconciliation on the traditional land of the Huron-Wendat, Seneca and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We\'re thrilled to welcome those who want to learn more about us and to be part of what we do.

Reporting to the Director, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), the Equity Project Specialist - Sciences is responsible to advise, develop, and recommend solutions and project plans that advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging within Science departments at the University of Toronto Mississauga.

The Equity Project Specialist - Sciences works within the UTM EDIO to promote and facilitate the university\'s priorities of equity, inclusion, and belonging with Science departments at UTM. The Equity Project Specialist is responsible for: engaging in consultation, advising and developing equity-related strategies with science departments; assisting with/supporting implementation of strategies, initiatives, and programs. The Equity Project Specialist - Sciences will work collaboratively with Science departments to plan and implement systemic change strategies; foster inclusion processes that support faculty, staff, and student success; provide expert advice and make recommendations to Science department leaders on matters of departmental policy and practice concerning EDIB; and develop and lead professional development and educational programming. The Project Specialist will coordinate with equity-related efforts on the campus and across Science departments. The incumbent may also analyze diversity and equity trends with Science departments and provide recommendations associated with these trends.

The Equity Project Specialist - Sciences provides direct support to the Director, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, as well as supporting leaders of Science departments at UTM through equity and inclusion strategic planning and initiative development. This includes project management; initiating and undertaking research on a wide variety of issues and topics; consulting and interacting with faculty, staff and students; supporting the development of approaches and initiatives to embed inclusive academic and administrative methods into Science departments; following up on decisions, implementing and tracking the development and/or enhancements of equity and inclusion initiatives and programs. Working closely with the Director, EDI and UTM Science departments, the Equity Project Specialist - Sciences is responsible for equity project development and management that will assist departments to enhance inclusion and belonging academically and administratively.

The incumbent works in a complex environment that requires a high degree of sensitivity, responsiveness, and a need to maintain absolute confidentiality. The incumbent must present professionally and interact knowledgeably and courteously with the many people including senior administrators, faculty, staff, students, and community members. The role of the Equity Project Specialist - Sciences will continue to evolve, and the individual must be willing to respond to the given priorities of the day and to work cooperatively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications:

Education:

University degree required, in a program of study such as STEM disciplines, social sciences, equity studies, or another relevant program of study, or equivalent in education and experience. Certification or additional training in conflict resolution, equity and inclusion, and/or change management an asset. Post graduate degree (Master\'s or Ph.D.) an asset.

Experience:

Minimum four (4) years of professional experience, or several years\' progressive experience, preferably in a post-secondary education institution educating, coaching, advising, and consulting on equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging matters. Experience influencing individuals in a non-reporting relationship. Demonstrated understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging practices. Familiarity with or lived experiences relating to the importance of implementing inclusion strategies. Experiences working with STEM disciplines an asset. Extensive experience within post-secondary policies and procedures and an understanding of post-secondary organizational structure. Familiar with importance of personal and professional conduct for workplace reciprocal relationships, diplomacy, confidentiality, and tactfulness. Experience leading complex and multi-stakeholder projects. Experience developing and implementing strategic planning or facilitating organizational change. A thorough understanding of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other relevant legislation/case law.

Skills:

Excellent command of and ability to participate in discussions on equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging concepts, paradigms and issues, while remaining receptive to new and different theories. Project management skills and proven experience implementing and completing projects. Highly developed communication skills. Capable of interpreting and using data to generate reports and present to variety of audiences. Skills in designing, executing, and interpreting survey data. Ability to produce detailed and comprehensive reports from a large volume of complex information. Internet and scholarly research skills. Highly proficient computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Office 365 (SharePoint, Teams).

Other:

Strong research, writing, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and emotional intelligence; high degree of political acuity and judgment; ability to work with a range of community members and leaders in a manner which facilitates cooperation and consensus building. Demonstrated collaborative approach to problem solving. Demonstrated ability to interact and collaborate with individuals at all levels within the University as well as externally, including students, staff, faculty and community partners. Ability to critically analyze the range of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging paradigms, their strengths and limitations, and to articulate these to a diverse audience. Ability to work independently as part of multi-disciplinary team with a high degree of initiative, discretion, and tact; ability to work under pressure; superior organizational skills in planning, project management and task coordination; flexibility and problem solver orientation; and strong leadership capabilities. Must embrace diversity and inclusion as an integral component of a quality university experience.

Hybrid Schedule

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the .

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

This search aligns with the University\'s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Closing Date: 07/11/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 3 -- Hiring Zone: $82,692 - $96,473 -- Broadband Salary Range: $82,692 - $137,819
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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