Lead Advisor, Human Rights Office

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
• Knowledge, training and experience in sexual violence investigations and related issues (asset)
• 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)
• *This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement. Learn more about our telework guidelines click here
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• Key Competencies at uOttawa:
• Here are the required competencies for all or our employees at uOttawa:
• 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.
• Note: if this is a union position: The hiring process will be governed by the current collective agreement related to the union affiliation noted above; you can click here to find out more.
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Additional Information

Follow us on LinkedIn Posting Reason: Replacement of a regular position Job Type: Employee Anticipated Duration in Months (for contracts and temporary assignments): N/A Job Family: Governance # of Open Positions: 1 Faculty/Service - Department: Human Rights Office Campus: Main Campus Union Affiliation: N/A Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/06/18 Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/07/13 Hours per week: 35 Salary Grade: Non-Union Grade NM1 Salary Range: $107 503,00 - $134 379,00 The Human Rights Office supports the University of Ottawa in maintaining a learning environment that fosters understanding and respect for the dignity of the University community, is free from harassment, discrimination, and sexual violence, and is inclusive and accessible. Position purpose: 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. This unique and exclusive mandate carries a very high level of responsibility in ensuring that complaints of discrimination, harassment and sexual violence are addressed appropriately and in a timely and effective manner in respect to our obligations in regard to policies and legislation in place.

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