Job Description:

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is “Mohkinstsis,” which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Role

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Education & Development Specialist (EDI EDS) is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive, trauma-informed, and intersectional EDI education curriculum aligned with MRU strategic plans for students and employees (staff and faculty) at Mount Royal University. This includes sourcing, development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of educational programming such as workshops, seminars, development of online EDI curriculum and instructions, and research and reporting on best practices.

This role requires extensive and demonstrated knowledge of EDI education principles, values and curriculum development, anti-oppression framework development, intercultural competencies, complex social justice-related subject matter, change management and frequent complex interpersonal interactions. The impact of this role on the campus community is significant, as the programming will be available, and in some cases mandated, to all students and employees on campus.

This position is a full-time role working 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities

EDUCATION (60%):

• Manage the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive, trauma-informed, and intersectional EDI education curriculum aligned with MRU strategic plans.
• Deliver EDI-related educational programming on campus that is anti-oppressive and intersectional, which supports departmental, divisional and institutional plans. Examples of activities/outcomes include but are not limited to:
  • Workshops for employees and students
  • Seminars for student and employees
  • Train-the-trainer sessions
  • Develop online educational materials for various audiences
• Provide recommendations to supervisors regarding intersectional EDI-related educational opportunities and needs of the campus community.
• Review current educational training and content through an intersectional EDI lens and provide guidance to other MRU learning and content developers.
• Maintain EDI learning and development content on the OEDI website and HR learning management system.

COORDINATION (15%):

Coordinate (source, schedule, monitor, evaluate) EDI-related educational programming on campus which supports departmental, divisional and institutional plans. Examples of activities/outcomes include but are not limited to:

• Develop online educational materials for various audiences
• Train-the-trainer sessions
• Seminars for student and employees
• Workshops for employees and students

COLLABORATION (20%):

• Collaborate with others to develop and deliver relevant and appropriate EDI and meaningfully inclusive, intersectional and anti-oppressive educational programming
• Collaborate with colleagues to further the overall mission and vision of university, division(s) and department(s)

ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS (5%):

• Perform administrative duties that support the work of the department(s).
• Respond to email and phone.
• Perform basic financial tasks such as submitting expenses.
• Attend department meetings.
• Prepare bi-weekly and annual reports.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Equivalent Post Graduate Studies
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience
• High degree of intercultural competence and capacity to facilitate training in intercultural competency
• Coordination, organizational, collaboration and programming skills
• High level of emotional and social intelligence
• Understanding of effective student and adult learner development and learning strategies and assessment protocols
• Intersectional EDI and Anti-oppression related curriculum development
• Facilitation/training expertise
• Understanding of University culture, procedures, and policy
• Excellent critical thinking, writing, analytical and math skills required
• Excellent customer service/public relations skills
• Ability to prioritize work, make effective decisions, multi-task and manage time effectively
• Ability to deal and communicate with a range of different personalities

Preference will be given to an individual proficient in equity, diversity and inclusion, gained through professional experience and/or lived experiences. It is paramount that the individual presents an understanding of the importance of EDI and is able to approach colleagues, stakeholders, and members of the community with care and compassion while being mindful of the sensitive nature of special projects and regular tasks.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.

MRU supports full immunization as the best way to protect yourself and our campus community and strongly recommends vaccination against COVID-19.

Union: MRSA

Classification: SAD10 Administrative Support X

Salary: $68,932.00 – 87,230.00 per annum

Closing Date: November 16, 2022

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).