The Ontario Public Service (OPS) has a duty to bring about change and ensure our systems are fair, equitable, and that opportunities are accessible for Ontarians from underrepresented groups.
We have committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, anti-racist and accessible workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. The Centre for People, Culture and Talent has created a new and permanent Indigenous Equity Branch to lead the development of policies and programs to remove systemic employment barriers, champion reconciliation and lead meaningful change for Indigenous peoples in the OPS.
To achieve our commitment, we need your talent and passion!! For an organization to be equitable, it must actively build fairness and accessibility into everyday functions and long-term enterprise-wide initiatives. The Indigenous Equity Branch is hiring for 12 new positions:
• Senior Manager, Indigenous Equity Programs Unit (M1108A)
• Senior Manager, Indigenous Equity Policy Unit (M1108A)
• Team Lead, Indigenous Equity Programs Unit (I1008B)
• Team Lead, Indigenous Equity Policy Unit (I1008B)
• Two (2) Senior Policy Advisors, Indigenous Equity Programs Unit (I0907B)
• Two (2) Senior Policy Advisors, Indigenous Equity Policy Unit (I0907B)
• Two (2) Project Coordinators, Indigenous Equity Programs Unit (I0808B)
• Two (2) Project Coordinators, Indigenous Equity Policy Unit (I0808B)
Please note: The headquarters for these positions is at 315 Front Street in Toronto. Options for flexible work and telework arrangements are available.This is an opportunity to be part of establishing a positive, supportive, and collaborative culture where, together, we will build reciprocal relationships and pathways for Indigenous people to thrive in the OPS. Bring your lived experiences as a First Nations, Métis or Inuit and help us achieve our commitment towards establishing fairness, accessibility, and equity in the OPS. We are looking for individuals dedicated to equity and a strong understanding of Indigenous peoples and cultures. Through working in the OPS, you have the opportunity to effect real change that will have an impact on thousands of OPS employees and pave the way for Indigenous reconciliation within the organization.
About Us: Rooted in Indigenous frameworks, the Indigenous Equity Branch (IEB) champions reconciliation and renewal inside of the OPS and leads enterprise-wide initiatives to help ensure that the OPS is inclusive to Indigenous employees. The IEB works with ministries and corporate partners to support the attraction, development and retention of Indigenous employees. Our team has knowledge and experience in Indigenous ways of knowing, equity, human rights and impacts of colonization in workplace culture and dynamics.
The IEB leads responsibilities related to anti-Indigenous racism in the OPS, including the development and delivery of the OPS Anti-Indigenous Racism Strategy and policy to address systemic racism and employment barriers.
The Branch will:
1. Provide visible Indigenous executive leadership.
2. Offer a career pathway for Indigenous employees.
3. Attract strong Indigenous talent to the OPS in all areas and at all stages along the career trajectory.
How we will support you: You will be supported with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones in your career, as you share your knowledge with us and help to make the OPS a better place to work for Indigenous people. From in-depth on-boarding programs to training and coaching, including director led mentoring, we will help you gain valuable experience to broaden your skillsets and develop your OPS career.
Open House (Internal and External Applicants)Interested in learning more about these positions, how we work and what to expect? We are hosting an open house for potential applicants, where you'll have the opportunity to engage our senior leaders about the new Indigenous Equity Branch and the OPS. You will have an opportunity to participate in a Q&A session.
If you are interested in attending the open house, please
click here to sign up.
Open House (External Applicants)This open house will be offered for applicants who do not work in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) to find out more about the OPS, its role in serving the people of Ontario and its role as an employer. Participants will be invited to bring their questions and have the opportunity to hear from Indigenous employees about their experience in the OPS.
If you are interested in attending the open house, please
click here to sign up.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
The positions will be part of the following teams:
Indigenous Equity Policy UnitThe Indigenous Equity Policy Unit will contribute to enterprise-wide policies and provide an Indigenous lens to work that will impact Indigenous employees, such as Return to Workplace, accessibility and disability accommodation policies.
Indigenous Equity Programs UnitThe Indigenous Equity Programs Unit will contribute to operational enterprise-wide programs, such as the development and expansion of cultural competency and training, implementation of the OPS Leadership pledge and engagement across the whole of the OPS and with Indigenous employee networks.
How do I qualify?
Information on these exciting opportunities can be found below
We offer a competitive total compensation package, which includes an attractive salary, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health and dental plan and much more.
Senior Manager(Job ID 193687) - M1108 - Prog Planning & Evaluation08 - $90,348.00 - $136,530.00 Per YearYou will coach, mentor and manage a team of experienced professionals, while supporting and promoting an engaged, culturally responsive, and inclusive work environment. You will also lead the development of OPS-wide strategies to combat anti-Indigenous racism and break down systemic employment issues within the organization.
Team Lead(Job ID 193722) - I1008B - Prog Planning & Evaluation51 - $81,401.00 - $118,313.00 Per YearYou will provide strategic advice on issues, program and policy projects and initiatives. You will also be responsible for identifying and managing contentious issues that are highly sensitive.
Senior Policy Advisor(Job ID 193758) - I0907B - Policy and Analysis32 - $75,626.00 - $111,441.00 Per YearYou will plan and lead strategy and/or policy projects through the development process, including associated project management, stakeholder consultation, communication, and implementation planning. You will also be responsible for gathering and analyzing sociodemographic data to identify challenges and barriers faced by Indigenous peoples within the OPS.
Project Coordinator(Job ID 193721) - I0808B - Prog Planning & Evaluation49 - $70,119.00 - $101,036.00 Per YearYou will develop project charters, terms of reference, master project plans and establish resource and timeline requirements.
