Lead Advisor, Human Rights Office

University of Ottawa

7d•CA$107,503 - CA$134,379•Hybrid

About The Position

Advises on the University’s legal obligations under human rights, harassment and sexual violence legislation. Conducts confidential, neutral and impartial investigations and writes investigation reports as required. Provides leadership and expertise on related policies, programs, and training and public education content. Manages reported incidents of non-sexual harassment and discrimination.

Requirements

University degree in law (LL.B or J.D)
University degree in discipline such as industrial relations or management, or relevant experience
At least 10 years’ experience in management of situations of conflict and/or incidents of harassment and/or discrimination
Advanced knowledge of workplace anti-harassment and anti-discrimination legislation
Significant experience (10 years) in conflict management in a multi-union environment
Extensive experience in complaint investigation and confidential processes
Extensive knowledge and experience regarding anti-harassment and discrimination programs, including training and prevention campaigns
Ability to resolve disputes and problems, listen actively and facilitate dialogue
Initiative in development and use of intervention, training, education and prevention strategies
Absolute discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
Sound analytical and evaluative skills, with independent judgment
Demonstrated ability to write reports and procedures
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software with highly developed research capabilities.
Bilingualism — English/French (strong oral and written skills)

Nice To Haves

Planning: Organize in time a series of actions or events in order to realize an objective or a project. Plan and organize own work and priorities in regular daily activities.
Initiative: Demonstrate creativity and initiative to suggest improvements and encourage positive results. Is proactive and self-starting. Show availability and willingness to go above and beyond whenever it is possible.
Client Service Orientation: Help or serve others to meet their needs. This implies anticipating and identifying the needs of internal and external clients and finding solutions on how to meet them.
Teamwork and Cooperation: Cooperate and work well with other members of the team to reach common goal(s). Accept and give constructive feedback. Able to adjust own behaviour to reach the goals of the team.

Responsibilities

Advises on the University’s legal obligations under human rights, harassment and sexual violence legislation.
Conducts confidential, neutral and impartial investigations and writes investigation reports as required.
Provides leadership and expertise on related policies, programs, and training and public education content.
Manages reported incidents of non-sexual harassment and discrimination.