The Cultural Safety, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer (TheOfficer) leads, develops and coordinates initiatives that improve and promotecultural safety, diversity, equity and inclusion at WSCC, in all Northernworkplaces under our jurisdiction and in the programs and services provided bythe WSCC to our stakeholders.

The Officer as a subject matter expert will ensure:

• WSCC delivers programs and services that are culturally safe, relevant andrepresentative, and (acknowledges the history, culture, values, knowledge andways of being of the Indigenous people of the Northwest Territories (NT) andNunavut (NU).
• WSCC is committed to gaining knowledge of, recognizing andrespecting diversity and equity and inclusion, in our programs, services andorganization in our jurisdictions.
• The WSCC is an inclusive workplace culture that is culturallysafe, respectful, equitable and safe for all employees to feel supported andencouraged to contribute their unique perspectives to the work that we do.

Here are a few ways you will make a difference:

• Leading initiatives that help build cultural safety, diversity, equityand inclusion into all Northern workspaces under the WSCC jurisdiction.
• Supporting all WSCC units in operationalizing cultural safety,diversity, equity and inclusion in programs and services for the benefit ofexternal stakeholders.
• Supporting Human Resources in the development and implementation ofprograms and initiatives to ensure that the WSCC is a culturally safe,equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Performing other duties as assigned to achieve strategic goals andobjectives related to cultural safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.

What youbring to the role:

• Completion of a diploma in Indigenous Studies or Social Sciencesrelated discipline (such as Sociology, Political Science, Social Work,Community Development, etc.), with 5 years experienceand training developing and delivering programs, and/or working with Indigenousand inter-cultural organizations and diversity and inclusion focusedorganizations, or with diverse communities.
• Preference will be given to Indigenous Aboriginal candidates.

Whatwe offer:

• The opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for workersacross the NWT and Nunavut.
• A Northern Living Allowance of $3,700 or $22,996.
• Relocation assistance.
• For staff in Iqaluit subsidized housing may be provided.
• A superior benefits package and enrollment in the Public Service PensionPlan.
• Learning and development programs and funding dedicated to your careergrowth.
• Generous leave entitlements and a workplace culture that supports ahealthy work-life balance.
• A culturally diverse workforce that embraces change and welcomes your lifeexperience.
• Federal and territorial tax incentives such as the NWT or Nunavutpersonal tax credits and the Northern Residents Tax Deductions.

Criminal Record Check:Candidates must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal record check.Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from thecompetition.

Indigenous EmploymentPolicy: Candidatesmust clearly state their eligibility in order to receive priority considerationunder the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Equivalencies: May be considered based ona one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of educationor one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations ofeducation and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role,please contact human resources.

Diversityand Inclusion: The Workers Safety and Compensation Commission is an inclusive workplace. Ifyou have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, youare encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment orinterview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility: Eligibility lists may be created from the competition to fill futureterm and indeterminate positions.

The Workers Safety and Compensation Commissions (WSCC) vision is toeliminate workplace diseases and injuries. Our mission is to promote workplacehealth and safety while providing no fault insurance to employers and care forinjured workers. Our values are respect, engagement, integrity, openness,cultural safety, excellence, and stewardship in the workplace.