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SalaryLocated just 30 minutes north of Toronto along Highway 404, East Gwillimbury (EG) is Canada’s fastest growing municipality* focused on modernization, innovation, and creativity. Those joining Team EG will help shape the future of the community. As an award-winning organization, EG offers competitive wages and benefits and prioritizes the mental and physical well-being of its employees through social events, wellness programs, and fitness facilities. Employees also have access to more than 50 kms of trails to enjoy the beauty of EG while at work.
The Town of East Gwillimbury is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it is important our workforce reflects the citizens we serve. We respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. Join our team and see the EG difference!
Reporting to the Director of People & Belonging, the EDI Engagement Officer will work with staff and external organizations to plan, organize and implement events, activities, learning forums, and engagement initiatives that support equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, and that advance the Town’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Framework
The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Human Resources, or a related program such as Human Rights or Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)or a combination of related progressive experience and education. Other requirements include:
- = Experience in leading and developing diversity and inclusion strategies, initiatives, resources, tools and concepts.
- Demonstrated experience championing, leading and executing large-scale initiatives to drive organizational and transformative change.
- Demonstrated knowledge of adult education philosophies, training methods and programs.
- Extensive knowledge of EDI community considerations and a strong commitment to anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Considerable experience in research, data collection and analysis, and report writing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to advocate and influence change.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff and stakeholders.
- Ability to deliver results on strategic objectives through effective planning, problem solving and project management skills.
- Computer literacy utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) as well as Adobe), ADP (HRIS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Employment Standards Act (ESA).
- Familiarity with performance measurement and program evaluation is an asset.
- Ability to work flexible hours that may include some evenings or weekends as required.
- Ontario Class “G” valid Driver’s license in good standing with access to a reliable vehicle to use on corporate business as required.
Hourly Range: Band 6: $42.50 - $50.00/hour
Deadline for applications is February 29, 2024
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
The Town of East Gwillimbury is committed to diversity and inclusion in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Town of East Gwillimbury will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Town’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection.
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