Advisor, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion - Cambridge, Canada - Waterloo Regional Police Service

Waterloo Regional Police Service

Verified Company

Cambridge, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Job Req ID: 989- Location: CAMBRIDGE, ON, CA- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Advisor, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

Position Status:
Permanent Full Time

You Will:

Partner with members to understand the immediate and ongoing diversity needs at all levels of the organization; ensures successful execution of inclusion initiatives at all levels.
Collaborate with Human Resources to provide a diversity and inclusion lens to the design and implementation an organizational outreach strategy framework for attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce and works closely with key stakeholders to evolve this strategy.
Support the recruitment of diverse talent by assisting in the development of active talent pipelines for key roles utilizing a range of talent sourcing channels including social media platforms, learning initiatives (e.g. cooperative education programs), hiring events, partnerships and other strategic alliances
Proactively identify opportunities to increase members from underrepresented groups at all levels of the organization.
Foster inclusive leadership, collaboration, and innovation; eliminate hidden and systemic barriers to success within the Service.

You Have:

Successful completed a University degree in Social Science or related field with additional specialization in equity matters.
Three (3) years of progressive experience working with individuals, larger groups, external organizations and communities to implement, improve or support diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Experience working with diversity and/or accessibility issues; a combination of employment, education, training and lived experience would be considered.
Previous demonstrated experience with successful leading and influencing diversity and inclusion programs, steering committees, working groups, and/or focus groups.
Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP) Certification or Change Management Certification (CMC)
Strong political acuity skills to mediate sensitive political situations and provide appropriate and helpful responses while mitigating damage.
Excellent human relation skills, especially the ability to empathize and communicate effectively in an intercultural, sexual and gender diverse setting.
A valid Class 'G' Ontario Driver' License with no more than (6) demerit points required to travel within the region.

Summary:

The Advisor, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion fosters, promotes, and advances a culture of respect, equity, diversity, and accessibility that is free of discrimination for all members, and ensures that Waterloo Regional Police Service is inclusive, barrier-free, and reflective of the population of the Waterloo Region.

You Are:

Able to develop partnerships and work collaboratively at all levels and areas within the Service.
Able to remain current on diversity and inclusion trends.
Able to obtain knowledge of Waterloo Regional Police Service practices, policies and procedures as well as related provincial and federal legislation.
Able to participate as an effective team member and to support and project values compatible with the organization.
Able to meet police security clearance requirements and maintain confidentiality.
Able to meet testing requirements for the position.

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