Human Rights Specialist

Human Rights Specialist - Gender Based Violence

Tracking Code: req1764

Faculty/Department: Office of the General Counsel

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Full-Time Continuing

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week 

Non-Union Hiring Zone: Job Level 10 - $89,100 - $111,100

Posting Date: October 10, 2025

Closing Date: October 31, :00 pm EST)

Job Summary:  The Specialist primarily ensures compliance in the
administration and coordination of legislative requirements related to student
sexual violence, workplace sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination.
The Specialist will develop strategies around sexual/gender-based violence
response and education on campus and will work with students, staff and faculty
to provide support and information related to the university's dispute
resolution framework, facilitate access to health and safety and accommodation
measures where necessary and appropriate, make referrals to appropriate
resources and will intervene directly when necessary and appropriate to resolve
human rights cases (e.g., mediate and investigate cases). The
Sexual/Gender-based Violence Response and Education Advisor is responsible for
the creation, implementation, and assessment of sexual/gender-based violence
educational programs for the entire University community.

Responsibilities/accountabilities: 

Program Development and Assessment

• Facilitates the ongoing research, development, facilitation and
  assessment of programming designed to prevent sexual/gender based violence on
  campus and provide education to the community regarding sexual/gender-based
  violence, workplace sexual harassment, non-consensual behaviour and intimate
  partner violence, and systemic barriers and violence-related risks faced by
  members of the LGBTQ2S communities
• Leads the development of a multi-year sexual violence education
  curriculum for multiple audiences on campus (Students, Faculty, Staff, Teaching
  Assistants etc.), respecting cultural, social and institutional context and
  practices in collaboration with the Advisory Committee on Student Sexual
  Violence Prevention and Support and Human Resources
• Researches best practices in sexual violence education and
  utilize this information in the strategic planning, development, scheduling and
  facilitation of all projects and initiatives for the campus (e.g., training
  seminars, communications activities, student orientation activities,
  information sessions, etc.)
• Utilizes universal instructional design and adult learning
  principles, online platforms and appropriate technologies to ensure accessible
  programming standards are maintained
• Evaluates and reports (internal and external) on initiatives to
  determine whether efforts are meeting institutional needs and generating the
  desired outcomes to make evidence based decisions on future programming
• Keeps abreast of current developments and emerging trends through
  active research and participation in conferences/seminars/etc
  Responsibility: Intervention and Support
• Serves as a confidential resource for students, staff and faculty
  on matters relating to sexual/gender-based violence and discrimination.
• Collaborates closely with on-campus departments and community
  stakeholders to implement and maintain university-wide procedures that ensure a
  consistently respectful, fair and supportive survivor-centered response to
  disclosures and reports of sexual/gender-based violence.
• Supports University Members who have experienced
  sexual/gender-based violence by providing appropriate intervention, advice and
  referral and supporting the student decision making process
• Provides case management assistance for students who have
  survived an incident of Sexual Violence. This includes, but is not limited to,
  liaising with other university staff and faculty to facilitate student's
  connection to multiple supports, providing information and supporting the
  coordination of transitions through dispute resolution processes and community
  resources
• Leads the response to allegations of discrimination, harassment
  and gender- based violence, including conducting investigations and voluntary
  resolution activities such as mediations.

Resource Development

• Liaises with Student Life and Human Resources as appropriate, to
  develop resources to support students, staff and faculty, both in print and
  online, to ensure university policies, procedures and publications meet the
  requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Ministry of Training
  Colleges and Universities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other
  relevant legislation
• Maintains the Ontario Tech Sexual Violence Prevention and Support
  website
• Assesses campus needs, research best practices and develop
  appropriate resources to meet those needs
• Periodically reviews the University's Student Sexual Violence
  Policy and Procedure and work with the Student Sexual Violence Prevention and
  Support Advisory Committee to implement enhancements when appropriate or
  necessary
• Develops materials and information to ensure that university
  members are informed of the range of services and resources available to
  support individuals who have experienced sexual/gender-based violence

Required Skills: 

• Working knowledge of the
  Ontario Human Rights Code, Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Act,
  Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation as they
  relate to sexual/gender-based violence and discrimination
• The ability to interpret, analyze and apply relevant legislation,
  case law and collective agreements in dispute resolution processes and in the
  development and application of training materials and other resources
• Strong emotional intelligence, self-awareness, interpersonal and
  conflict resolution skills and the ability to address sensitive and
  confidential matters with tact, discretion and in a constructive and respectful
  manner
• Demonstrated leadership in delivering equity, diversity,
  inclusion, and accessibility initiatives within complex institutional settings
• Expertise in policy, program, and strategy development
• Experience in group dynamics and in leading, planning and
  facilitating groups
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage
  diverse audiences through clear, accessible, and persuasive messaging
• Strong operational planning skills, with the ability to execute
  long-term vision through practical and measurable actions
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team
  environment
• Initiative, organizational and time management skills and
  attention to detail
• Strong judgement, flexibility and adaptability

Required Education: 

• Completion of a
  university program consisting of four academic years
• Education, Student Development, Law, Public Policy, Women's
  Studies, Sexual Diversity Studies, Human Rights, EDI, Communications or Social
  Work
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this role

* Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience: 

• Over 3 years and
  including 5 years
• Develops, delivers and assesses sexual/gender-based violence
  programming
• Provides direct support, advisement and/or dispute resolution
  services to individuals affected by sexual/gender-based violence and harassment
  and discrimination
• Trauma-Informed Response, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and
  Project Management Training would be considered assets

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ontario
Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization
and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified
candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations,
Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons,
persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or
2SLGBTQ+.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply;
however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in
Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university's Accessibility Policy.

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date: 1/5/2026