Job Description

Find Your Spot at Humber

At Humber, our career paths open up a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Humber experience. Here, every day we work shoulder to shoulder to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in polytechnic education. Humber employees are a diverse group of committed, caring and fun-loving people.

We take finding and growing the right talent very seriously. We strive to find and nurture extraordinary employees who bring their best each day.

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to the largest polytechnic College in Ontario, as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Student Life and Learning consists 3 main areas: Student Life provides supports and opportunities for students to become engaged in their community and creates a sense of belonging. Equity programs, the LGBTQ resource centre and the BASE (Black Academic Support and Engagement), builds on this objective, but also provides additional supports and community for equity-deserving populations. PALS (Peer Assisted Learning Support) serves students through peer tutoring, supplemental academic supports and notetaking and works closely with the Math and Writing Centre. Together, the programs support students in their transition into Humber College and support them while they are students here.

Job Details

Position Title: Coordinator, Student Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives - LGBTQ Resource Centre

Status: App D Contract

Hours: 35hrs/wk

Faculty/Department: Student Success and Engagement

Campus/Location: Some travel to various campuses

Salary: Band G (Min $31.18 Max $36.13)

What you will do:

The Coordinator, Student Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives will report to the Manager, Equity & Student Life and works closely with campus partners and stakeholders to promote and implement programs and activities promoting diversity and inclusion at Humber (some travel to all campuses is required). Specifically, the coordinator will create opportunities through programming for students to develop a sense of belonging within the larger Humber environment, promote visibility, and provide supports and referrals to services both on and off campus for a marginalized students and student groups. Additionally, the Coordinator will participate in collecting materials to build the LGBTQ+ resource centre assets as well as ensure the Resources Centres are open and accessible to students, staff and faculty by scheduling volunteers and student staff.

Under the supervision of the Manager, Equity & Student Life, the Coordinator, Student Diversity & Inclusion will be responsible for creating, developing, and implementing the services, programs, and initiatives that promote cross-cultural awareness and understanding and through an intersectional approach. Oversee the LGBTQ+ resource centre including assisting with the hiring, training and guidance of volunteers and student staff where applicable.

Qualifications

What you bring to the role:

Education

The successful candidate will possess a 3-year diploma/degree or equivalent in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Women\xe2\x80\x99s and Gender Studies, Social Work, Human Development, Leadership Theory/Student Development Theory.

Including a sound knowledge of:

• The Ontario Human Rights Code
• Related equity legislation
• Multi-faith issues
• Anti-oppressive frameworks.

Experience

The incumbent will have a minimum of 3-years professional work experience. In addition, the candidate will have demonstrated involvement in diversity and inclusion activities; as well as experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and knowledge of instructional design and delivery; understanding of student development and adult learning theory; lived experience as a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Skills

• The ability to work independently
• Consulting and problem-solving skills with diverse groups
• Project management skills
• Leadership and event management skills
• The ability to communication professionally and effectively

What\xe2\x80\x99s In it for you?

• An opportunity to have an impact with a post-secondary institution, poised to do great things.
• Diverse, hard-working, committed team of people who care about each other.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks
• Highly supportive work culture

At Humber College we don\xe2\x80\x99t just accept difference \xe2\x80\x94 we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber College. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.

In order to provide culturally appropriate support for Humber\xe2\x80\x99s Indigenous, Black and/or Racialized students and to alleviate under-representation of Indigenous, Black and/or Racialized support staff within Student Success and Engagement, preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous Peoples, Black and/or Racialized Persons.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Humber College is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.

Accommodation

Humber College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our HR Generalists will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At Humber College, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Students and employees have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance on concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion or the Office of Student Conduct at

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