Description
PASS - Equity Specialist
The Waterloo Catholic District School Board serves over 38,000 learners and provides services to students in 50 schools (Kindergarten to Grade 12 and adult learners) across the Waterloo Region.
The Board conducts intentional recruitment and selection as it seeks to achieve a state of greater equity for employees and students and to diversify its workforce.
All qualified applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply and applicants may choose to indicate if they are from a group who has experienced racial or social discrimination. Self-identification data will be used as a consideration in this posting. Aggregate data will be stored anonymously to support improvements to the Board’s hiring processes.
General Description of Duties:
Designs and facilitates training sessions on foundational knowledge, understanding, values and skills on equity, social justice, Anti-Indigenous racism, Anti-Black racism, Anti-Asian racism, Islamophobia, Anti-Semitism, 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and belonging, SES, allyship/accompliceship practices and related initiatives. Builds partnerships and relationships with community stakeholders and organizations that serve and support equity-seeking communities to create connections to provide additional supports to staff, students, and student caregivers.
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Senior Manager of Equity, plan and implement equity, diversity inclusion, and belonging (EDI-B) policies, practices, procedures, and programs to address systemic barriers and build awareness and knowledge of EDI-B for all WCDSB staff members; this will involve collaborating with school administrators, teachers, families, system staff, and the equity team
Create EDI-B communication materials (presentations, videos, and other digital content)
Under the direction of the Senior Manager of Equity, develop and lead accessibility, EDI-B and anti-oppression training programs
Collaborate with the Communications team to internally and externally communicate Waterloo Catholic District School Board’s commitment, practices, and accomplishments in the realm of EDI-B
Support initiatives that provide operational and organizational leadership to grow the capacity for intercultural curiosity, humility, competence, and the nurturance of diverse populations within WCDSB schools and among all staff
Coordinates and assists with the implementation of events and activities that promote EDI-B throughout the board
Engage students and their families by celebrating their cultural identities providing educational opportunities outside of the classroom
Serve as the secretary on relevant advisory committees as a non-voting member
Build and strengthen relationships with various service providers that support the WCDSB community
Other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager of Equity Services
M inimum Requirements:
BA/BS in psychology, social work, sociology, education, diversity studies, public administration cultural studies or related field
Knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Employment Standards Act and the Anti-Racism Act
Three (3) to Five (5) years of related experience in Diversity, Equity, and/or Inclusion work
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet community needs; ability to work flexible hours
Deep content knowledge of the diversity, equity, and inclusiveness research and best practices for organizations striving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive
Outstanding organizational, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills, working in a fast-paced environment with many simultaneous projects
Strong skills in the use of technology including Microsoft Suite, Microsoft Team, and learning management tools
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to self-motivate and to work both independently and with teams, with high personal standards representative of the Board’s commitment to excellence
A valid driver’s license and a good driving record and willingness to travel throughout the community
Desirable Assets:
Curriculum development for adults
Some multimedia and graphic design skills
Experience working with school-aged children
Knowledge of the Safe and Accepting Schools Act, the Education Act, and the Ontario Equity and Inclusive Education Strategy
Deep understanding of systemic barriers and challenges that underrepresented students and families face in the education system and in the wider community
Aware of local community resources and the ability to support students, families, and caregivers in accessing and navigating the resources
Demonstrated ability to be a mentor, advisor, and advocate for students
Experience in handling contentious issues with sensitivity, confidentiality, tact, and discretion
Salary Range: Level 6, $75,918.00- $89,317.00 per year in accordance with the PASS Terms of Employment
Hours of Work: Permanent Full-time, 35 hours per week / 52 weeks per year
Location(s): Catholic Education Centre, 35 Weber Street West, Unit A, Kitchener, Ontario
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and covering letter. Please see the Application Process below.
Applicants must attach diplomas/certificates required for this position to the resume in order to be considered a candidate for the position.
Application Process:
Applicants are required to apply directly through Apply to Education at: https://wcdsb.simplication.com
Applytoeducation assistance, contact 1-877-900-5627 (Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 7:00 pm EST.)
In the application process, identify your qualifications and abilities, such as relevant experience to perform the duties of this job. Include your resume, covering letter and diplomas/certificates in your application.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Detailed information on the application process can be found at: https://www.wcdsb.ca/careers/how-to-apply/
Applications will be accepted until October 21, 2024, at 4 PM.
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.
To request this file in large print, please email aoda@wcdsb.ca. If you require a disability related accommodation to participate the recruitment process, please contact us at (519) 578-3677, extension 2368 to discuss your needs under the Human Rights Code. Responses to inquiries will be provided within 72 hours.
At WCDSB, we are committed to respecting your privacy , and will take appropriate measures to protect any personal information you may share with us through the job application process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. For more information about the Board’s Privacy Policy, please contact our Privacy Officer at 519-578-3660 Ext. 2381.
The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Background Check . For further information refer to policy APS 038 on the website of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board.
