Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisor

The County of Dufferin is an upper tier municipality which sits on the fringe of the Greater Toronto Area, about 100 km northwest of Toronto. It is largely a rural county with three urban settlement areas. The region is well known for its rivers, rolling hills and excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. The UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, the Niagara Escarpment and the world famous Bruce Trail, run through Dufferin offering spectacular vistas and hiking opportunities. Home to over 67,000 residents the area boasts fabulous restaurants, shopping and amenities. We are currently recruiting for a:
**(HYBRID) DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION ADVISOR**

**Permanent Full-Time**

**JOB ID**:C46-26

**LOCATION**:Hybrid - 30 Centre St, Orangeville, ON

**JOB TYPE**: Permanent Full Time (Non-Union)

**DEADLINE TO APPLY**:4:30 p.m. on August 1, 2025

Reporting to the Equity Manager, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisor plays a critical role in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives throughout the corporation by supporting the development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive equity, diversity and anti-racism strategy that supports the County’s mission, vision and values. This position works closely with the Equity Manager to build and foster a workplace culture that is responsive to the needs of the people we serve by designing and implementing initiatives that create meaningful change through a culture of diversity and inclusion.

**What we can offer YOU**
- A competitive hourly wage ranging between $45.65 - $53.40 (January 1, 2025 Non-Union Pay Grid);
- Hybrid work arrangements
- Enrolment in our comprehensive health benefits program and defined benefit pension plan
- Access to Perkopolis; discount, reward and benefits program
- Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Unlimited access to live and interactive webinars offered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.

**What you’ll do**
- Facilitate anti-oppression, anti-racism and DEI professional development and training
- Provide advice and expertise on compliance obligations under the Human Rights Legislation, the Federal and Provincial Accessibility Standards and other legislation
- Provide advice and support to the County’s Equity Strategy Implementation Advisory Committee, Equity Events Working Group and Access Dufferin.
- Ensure that the diversity, equity and inclusion, anti-oppression and anti
- racism frameworks are integrated in corporate decisions, policies and programs.
- Provide administrative and logístical support to all DEI divisional capacity building and learning events (both internal and external)
- Review current practices and policies, assessing and analyzing whether they support or hinder equity and accessibility goals
- Enhance the corporation’s culture by collaborating with management to ensure that the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-oppression, anti
- racism and accessibility are integrated into management processes
- Work to enhance the County’s community engagement efforts with a focus on equitable access to municipal supports and services that align with the County’s Strategic Plan
- Foster strong and mutually beneficial relationships with people, organizations, other levels of government and government agencies working to address diversity, equity, and inclusion issues and drive change.
- Other duties as assigned

**What you’ll bring**
- Post-secondary degree in Equity Studies, Social Science, Human Resources or related field in a relevant area of study, or equivalent combination of education and related professional and community experience
- Three (3) years of related experience specializing in diversity, equity and in implementing organizational diversity and inclusion transformational strategies in a large organization
- Experience handling sensitive, emotional, or political issues with tact and good judgement.
- Experience in policy, program and procedure development, training development & delivery, facilitating committees, and writing reports
- Knowledge and understanding of DEI principles and best practices
- Thorough understanding of federal and provincial relevant legislation regarding diversity and inclusion, Employment Equity, Accessibility Standards, and the Human Rights Code.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience in both non-union and unionized environments would be an asset
- Valid Class G driver’s license and access to reliable transportation required
- Suitable work from home environment including reliable high speed internet

**Ready to apply?**

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter before the closing date and time.

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