Edia Policy Specialist

Date: Dec 2, 2024- Location: Pickering, ON, CA- Type of Position: Permanent ( Standard Req Only)- Type of Position:
- Number of Positions: 1- Salary Min: $72,367.00- Salary Max: $90,459.00- Description:

- Do you want to be part of a team helping to strengthen every community across Ontario? Are you interested in seeing the importance of your work firsthand?

**Become an EDIA Policy Specialist** **with MPAC**

The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day.

**Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism**

MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work.

**What makes you great for this role?**
You are a results-driven individual who demonstrates strong expertise in equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism (EDIA) with a strategic approach to advising on policy development. You have a keen ability at providing proactive guidance, fostering an inclusive culture, and collaborating with diverse teams to develop processes and policies.

**We have**:

- A team of highly skilled, dedicated and collaborative staff
- Leadership that supports you
- An enterprise that embraces change
- A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support

**You have**:

- Post-secondary education in a related discipline such as human rights and equity, humanities, social sciences or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- At least 5 years demonstrated experience in equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, or a related field, focusing on policy development and implementation that reflects EDIA principles
- Strong understanding of EDIA policy issues (e.g., social policy, environmental policy, health policy)
- Familiarity with research methods and data analysis techniques
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex ideas clearly
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess policies and make recommendations
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal partners and build relationships
- Adaptability to changing priorities and evolving policy landscapes
- Understanding and commitment to EDIA principles in policy development

**Nice to have**:

- Certification in EDIA or related fields (e.g., DEI certification, HR certification)
- Proficiency in relevant software for data analysis, policy modeling, and presentation (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, statistical analysis tools)

**What you will do**:

- Conduct policy research on EDIA initiatives, analyzing trends and identifying opportunities for advancement
- Develop, update, and support the implementation of policies to promote equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism
- Evaluate existing policies and emerging social issues, providing strategic recommendations to senior management on enhancing EDIA practices
- Support the development and communication of EDIA policies both internally and externally
- Facilitate discussions and decision-making with diverse partners to gather input, build consensus, and drive the development and implementation of EDIA initiatives and policies aligned with best practices
- Assess EDIA-related issues from stakeholder consultations and presents strategic approaches to address challenges and advance organizational priorities
- Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners to ensure alignment and collaboration of EDIA objectives
- Guide employees on EDIA principles and policies through training, support, and fostering an inclusive culture
- Build strategic relationships with internal partners to drive the development and implementation of equity, inclusion, and anti-racism policies
- Stay informed on emerging EDIA trends and proactively recommends policy enhancements and process improvements aligned with the organization’s long-term equity goals

**Additional Information**:

- Requisition ID: 2276
- Job Type: Non-Union Staff
- **Closing Date: December 13, 2024**

**Ready to apply?**

MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please note that MPAC prohibits employees from holding a current/valid real estate license and successful app