EDI Specialist

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Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (OEDI) leads the implementation of NAIT's EDI Strategy by fostering dialogue and applying best practice to effect meaningful change. The Office supports staff to build competence in EDI and identify strategies and tactics to dismantle barriers for equity-deserving groups. We support NAIT to cultivate safe and inclusive learning and working environments where all people are valued, treated equitably and with fairness, and experience a sense of belonging.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, EDI, the Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating and evaluating programs and initiatives that contribute to the recruitment and retention of women in the Red Seal Skilled Trades at NAIT. Working closely with colleagues in the Office of Apprenticeship and NAIT's seven schools, the incumbent will support the success of women apprentices through community building, barrier removal, and initiatives that enhance the inclusion of women in the classroom and curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

Learning Facilitation and Delivery

• Develop, coordinate, facilitate and assess outcome-based programs, resources, and initiatives that equip staff and students to foster safe and inclusive learning and working environments for women apprentices and other equity-deserving groups.

EDI Change Management Consultant

• Act as an advisor and subject matter expert, guiding leaders, staff, and instructors to advance NAIT's commitments to EDI, focusing on women apprentices. This work includes applying an EDI lens to curriculum development and renewal, policy, procedure, communication, projects, and strategic initiatives. Also facilitate or support the development of departmental EDI Action Plans.

Event Planning

• Work collaboratively to coordinate annual industry conference/symposium and regular networking/community development events for women in Red Seal Skilled Trades.

Community, Collaboration and Partnership

• Represent NAIT and OEDI on internal and external committees. Participate in the Women in Skilled Trades Advisory Committee.

Data Collection and Barrier Removal

• Support administration of a financial award for women apprentices, coordinate campus climate survey and grant reporting

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to research, comprehend, and apply theories and best practices related to EDI

• Advanced knowledge of issues facing women in the skilled trades

• Understanding of Alberta's Apprenticeship Model of Education

• Excellent verbal communication skills, including ability to influence leaders and explain complex topics to folks new or resistant to the ideas/theories

• Able to interact (and maintain composure) with people who are resistant to change, especially related to advancing EDI

• Substantial knowledge and experience with event planning

• Exceptional workshop development, facilitation and evaluation skills

• Strategic thinking, critical thinking, and goal development

• Ability to work with cross-campus partners, staff, administration, and outside agencies

• Flexibility, willingness to learn new approaches, ability to synthesize information and develop innovative solutions to problems

• Superior organizational and time management skills to ensure delivery of services and special projects are within standards and budget

• Experience using with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and PeopleSoft

• A high level of self-awareness and the capacity to work in complex environments of diverse populations

• Understanding of NAIT's mission, goals, and values

Qualifications:

• Minimum two-year related diploma required; Undergraduate degree preferred, in a related field of study including, but not limited to: education, sociology, women and gender studies, queer studies, social work, and political science is preferred. A Master's degree would be an asset. Equivalencies may be considered.

• Preference may be given to applicants with a journeyperson certificate in a Red Seal Skilled trade or experience working with apprentices or tradespeople.

• Due to the focus of this project being Women in Skilled Trades, preference may be given to women with experience in the trades or to applicants with extensive experience supporting women in the trades.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: $71,098.04 - $95,372.94 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Advisor/Specialist II).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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