Engineers and Geoscientists BC
Location
Burnaby, BC | Canada
Job description
Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is currently searching for an EDI Specialist to join our team in Burnaby!
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Specialist is responsible for leading all activities at Engineers and Geoscientist BC in the areas of EDI and Truth and Reconciliation (T&R) initiatives. This includes policies and internal and external programs for staff, volunteers, and registrants. This role provides subject matter expertise, support, and guidance to staff, volunteers, and registrants in in the areas of EDI and T&R initiatives.
We are looking for a collaborative and passionate EDI professional who enjoys working as part of a high-performing team. The successful candidate will play an important role in implementing our strategic plan and impacting our organization for years to come.
Our organization - one of BC's Top Employers – offers a competitive salary, comprehensive and generous benefits, an inclusive culture, and a hybrid work environment. Full details on our compensation and benefits value offering can be found below.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Supports the Associate Director, EDI in defining the role the organization can play in the areas of EDI and T&R given its regulatory mandate. Plays a lead role in the development of an organizational strategy in the areas of EDI and T&R as part of the strategic plan.
Develops and leads the execution of action plans in the areas of EDI and T&R based on the strategy developed, including overseeing the daily work and the formal performance management of the EDI Coordinator.
Supports the organization’s EDI volunteer groups and represents Engineers and Geoscientists BC in Engineers Canada’s 30 by 30 Networks and Working Groups. This includes volunteer management, agenda and material development for meetings, presentation development, etc.
Acts as the organization’s subject matter expert in the areas of EDI and T&R. As such, keeps abreast of leading practices and research in support of EDI and T&R.
Develops content with the Communications department for communication channels to consistently inform registrants and staff about EDI and T&R initiatives, educational materials, resources, and progress in implementing the action plans in these areas.
Leads the organization in the collection, analysis and reporting of EDI and T&R data to measure trends.
Provides advice, guidance and subject matter expertise to staff, registrants and volunteers in the areas of EDI and T&R.
Other duties as assigned by management.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
The successful applicant will possess the following:
Bachelor's degree is required.
A recognized certification in EDI or advanced education/degree in diversity and equity issues is preferred.
5+ years experience leading organizational EDI initiatives or programs.
5+ years experience in research and best practices related to EDI.
3+ years experience in working with Indigenous Peoples and in issues of Truth and Reconciliation.
3+ years experience providing leadership and direction to direct reports, including coaching / mentoring and overseeing performance.
Experience supporting diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at an organization, regulatory body or professional services firm.
Demonstrated knowledge of workplace inclusion concepts and methodologies. Demonstrated knowledge of Truth & Reconciliation with Indigenous People in Canada.
Skills in data analysis, report writing, developing and facilitating education / training, and project management.
Keen attention to detail, action-oriented, excellent organization skills and demonstrated ability to move forward multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate and collaborate effectively across all functions and levels.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Each member of our team contributes to public safety in BC and helps us deliver on our vision of "modern regulation for a resilient world." We serve the public as an inclusive, progressive, and future-focused regulator. Our Strategic Plan also places priority on our role to advance climate action, foster equity, diversity and inclusion, and move towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. At Engineers and Geoscientists BC, we are committed to demonstrating our values of collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program including a salary within our hiring range of $82,000 to $92,000. Placement within the hiring range will be based on candidate experience relative to the requirements of the role. Additional details on our generous benefit offerings are found below.
WHO WE ARE
Engineers and Geoscientists BC is proud to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers.
Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is the business name of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia. We regulate and govern these professions under the authority of the Professional Governance Act.
We are charged with protecting the public interest by setting and maintaining high academic, experience, and professional practice standards for over 40,000 registrants. Individuals licensed by Engineers and Geoscientists BC are the only persons permitted by law to undertake and assume responsibility for engineering and geoscience projects in BC.
We are a not-for-profit organization governed by a board of elected registrants, licensees, and government appointees. The board is accountable to the public through the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills under the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance, for both the governance and management of the organization.
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$82k - $92k per year
