Equity Specialist (City of Hamilton)

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Hamilton, ON | Canada

Job description

Equity Specialist (City of Hamilton)

Job ID: 20677
Location: CityHousing Hamilton
Please apply on or before: 09/06/2023
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular About the City of Hamilton

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReasonJOB POSTINGJOB ID #: 20677

Equity Specialist
City Housing Hamilton

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Regular
UNION/NON-UNION: Non Union Mgmt Professional
HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week

GRADE: 5
SALARY/HOUR: $46.569 - $54.464 per hour
*Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Permanent
Job Description ID #: 7657 SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager, Strategy & Quality Improvement, the CityHousing Hamilton Equity Specialist will support all activities related to embedding the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility into CityHousing Hamilton by utilizing best practices, evidence-based methods with ongoing research and analysis.

The CityHousing Hamilton Equity Specialist has in-depth knowledge of the history, institutions, policies, and culture that have shaped and impacted the lives and experiences of equity seeking individuals and groups. The position functions as a subject matter expert, providing consultation and advice to assist staff and tenants on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) related matters.

KEY DELIVERABLES INCLUDE:

Tenant needs assessment to gather voluntary demographic data
Collect, analyze data and prepare reporting
Support Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility corporate education, training, and related initiatives
Embed Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility into CHH communities and workplace

GENERAL DUTIES

Develop and implement a tenant needs assessment to gather voluntary demographic data. This data will be used aggregately to inform inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility strategic decisions.
Contribute to the development of CHH’s Strategic Roadmap for tenants and ensure that inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility is embedded within the roadmap.
Supports all inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility work across CityHousing Hamilton.
Support the implementation of the CHH Tenant and Staff strategy and the subsequent embedding IDEA into policies and procedures.
Works independently and with internal and external community partners in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities related to IDEA in CHH’s community and workplace.
Prepares recommendations for IDEA departmental improvements that may have an impact to staff resources, skill requirements and CHH culture.
Develops recommendations and strategies related to the development and enhancement of IDEA activities across CHH.
Fosters relationships and provides advice to internal management, government partners, external agencies and planning bodies to advance the IDEA goals within CHH communities and workplace.
Promotes teamwork and provide direction to cross-functional teams, provide clearly defined goals and objectives, provide advice to staff related to embedding inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. Works collaboratively with project teams consisting of internal and/or external stakeholders
Performs key project management functions - such as coordinating, organizing, monitoring, and controlling project components, project planning, activity planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting and program evaluation components.
Prepares oral and written reports and presentations to management, CHH Board of Directors and community partners.
Maintains confidentiality of personal information and other records, as required.
Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager, which are directly related to the normal functions of the job as defined.

QUALIFICATIONS

A University degree or College Diploma in social sciences, social work, project management, public policy, human services or a related discipline with equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
Demonstrated progressive relevant work experience in leading, influencing and implementing strategic IDEA initiatives, and programs.
Demonstrated understanding of the systemic barriers that prevent equitable participation in the workplace for Indigenous and racialized people, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ2S+ communities, and women.
Previous experience working to advance equity, diversity and inclusion within large organizations or work with representative equity seeking agencies or communities.
Experience in leading, influencing and implementing strategic IDEA initiatives, and programs for an organization in the public, private, or not for profit sector, including group process and meeting facilitation experience.
Experience in issues related to racism, discrimination, oppression, and human rights.
Strong understanding of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility principles, best practices, and applicable legislation such as: the Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Demonstrated problem-solving capacity related to the complexities of working with multiple stakeholders and the ability to relate well to a culturally diverse population.
Knowledge of federal, provincial and local initiatives and policies relating to early child development, housing, and social assistance is an asset.
Proven organizational and time management skills including the ability to work with tight deadlines and competing priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, facilitation skills and presentation skills.
Competence with the current suite of Microsoft productivity tools, including PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Familiarity with Visio, Microsoft Project, web-based and statistical software and applications an asset
Demonstrated competence in project management, process improvement, change management and program evaluation.

This salary is based on a preliminary evaluation and is under review. This position may be re-evaluated within six months of the filling of this position.

This Competition may include an interview and/assessment as part of the selection process.

Job Descriptions are available on My HR Info - You may access them by logging onto My HR Info – Main Menu – Self Service – Job Opportunities – City Job Descriptions. Job descriptions are available in PDF format and are organized by department and alphabetically by title.

You can apply for this job on the City of Hamilton website. Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department.

The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace.

It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their application reaches Human Resources by the closing date or they may not be considered. It is also the responsibility of applicants to supply qualifications, licences and related experience relevant to the qualifications outlined above for this competition as directed. On the basis of the criteria set out above, this posting is open to all applicants

The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.

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Equity Specialist (City of Hamilton)