Job Posting Details

Job Opening Number: 107254
Job Requisition Number: 483 
Number of Positions: 1
Job Type: Management and Administration
Job Code: Advisor 7, 35
Department: Corporate Support Services 
Division: People and Equity
Hiring Salary Range: $117,114.00 - $132,091.00 per annum
Job Grade: 7
Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Regular (R), vacancy 
Hours of Work: 35 Hour work week
Location: City Hall 
Posting Date: August 24, 2026
Closing Date: September 4, 2026

Reporting to the Director, People & Equity, the Senior Advisor, Workplace Human Rights & Equity provides specialized advice and expertise on workplace human rights, workplace equity and compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The role partners with the leaders and functional teams across the corporation to support legally compliant, equitable and respectful employment practices while mitigating organizational risk.

The Senior Advisor acts as the corporate subject matter expert on workplace human rights and provides strategic consultation across all People & Equity functions. The position leads complex human rights matters, workplace investigations and Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) proceedings, develops corporate policies, standards and educational resources, supports accommodation and workplace human rights practices, identifies systemic issues and recommends organizational improvement and legislative compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Subject Matter Expertise & Advisory Services

• Acts as the corporate subject matter expert and principal advisor on workplace human rights, workplace equity, workplace harassment, discrimination and accommodation and related legislative requirements within the City
• Provides specialized advice, guidance, and interpretation of the OHRC and related legislation to People & Equity colleagues and all levels of management.
• Leads complex workplace human rights, harassment and discrimination investigations, including complaint intake, investigation planning, fact-finding, interviews, evidence analysis, report preparation and recommendations, in accordance with applicable legislation, policies and procedures.
• Supports the City’s response to Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) applications and proceedings in collaboration with City’s legal counsel and internal stakeholders, including preparing documentation, providing subject matter expertise, participating in mediations and hearings as required.
• Provides consultation and specialized human rights advice to People & Equity functional teams on complex employee matters, policies, programs and employment practices.
• Identifies emerging human rights risks, systemic issues and trends and recommends practical solutions support legislative compliance and consistent organizational practices.

2. Policy, Programs and Practice

• Develops and recommends Corporate policies, standards, guidance and programs related to workplace human rights, workplace equity, harassment, discrimination and accommodation, in accordance with applicable legislation , organizational requirements and best practices.
• Reviews People & Equity policies, programs and employment practices and provides specialized advice to support human rights compliance and equitable application.
• Research legislative developments, case law, emerging practices and trends and recommends updates to policies, programs and practices.
• Develop and implement practical tools, resources and guidance to support leaders and People & Equity teams in applying human rights requirements.
• Supports the implementation of and ongoing review of human-rights related policies and procedures and recommends improvements based on identified issues, trend and organizational experience.

3. Corporate Contribution & Continuous Improvement

• Keeps informed of legislative developments, emerging human rights issues, case law and leading practices relevant to workplace human rights and equity and potential impacts to the City.
• Review trends, organizational data and recurring issues to identify potential systemic barriers, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze internal and external factors that may impact workplace human rights and equity practices and recommend appropriate responses.
• Provides a human rights and workplace equity lens to corporate and People & Equity initiatives, programs and organizational changes.
• Supports continuous improvement by evaluating the effectiveness of and consistent application of human-rights related policies, processes and practices and recommending enhancements.

4. Organizational Relationships

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with departmental and divisional leaders, union partners, and all relevant internal and external stakeholders to advise, guide, and inform partners of human rights, workplace harassment/discrimination requirements and changes.
• Provides customer service excellence and ensures seamless information sharing.
• Partners and collaborates across departments and divisions to provide strategic advice and contribute key insights based on subject matter expertise for projects, processes, and guidelines.
• Provides daily advice, guidance, feedback and on-the-job training to peers and leaders.   

5. Communication

• Prepares briefings, updates and recommendations to leadership regarding strategic change, new policy, programs, and processes.
• Enhances transparency and awareness of human rights and workplace harassment/discrimination programs and processes by maintaining continuous communication channels at all levels of the organization.
• Facilitates open information sharing and timely delivery of information to ensure awareness and critical/sensitive information.
• Contributes to the development and delivery of communication plans for Corporate initiatives, with consideration for all key stakeholders including but not limited to employees, leaders, Human Resources union partners, and Joint Health and Safety Committees.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Education:

• Post-secondary education in human resources management, human rights law, employment law, industrial relations, or related discipline.

 Experience:

• 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in workplace human rights, employee relations, workplace investigations or a related field, preferably within a complex, unionized organization.
• Demonstrated experience providing specialized advance and consultation on complex workplace human rights matters, including discrimination, harassment, accommodation and other Human Rights code-related issues.
• Experience developing, reviewing and implementing workplace human rights policies, standards, procedures, programs and practical guidance.
• Experience identifying and addressing systemic human rights and workplace equity issues through policy, program or employment-practice improvements.
• Experience working collaboratively with legal counsel, Human Resources professionals, leaders and other stakeholders on complex and sensitive workplace matters.
• Experience supporting human rights complaints, mediation and/or Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario proceedings

Special Requirements:

• Expert knowledge of relevant legislation including Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other relevant employment and human rights legislation, regulations and related jurisprudence.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sounds judgement, discretion and sensitivity in managing complex, confidential and highly sensitive workplace matters.
• Strong consultation, relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to provide credible advice and navigate differing perspectives on complex and sensitive issues.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills including the ability to assess complex information, evidence and competing considerations and develop practical recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as influencing skills and analytical abilities.

Additional Information

Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation.  Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the apply now button by (September 4, 2026) and complete the attached questionnaire.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

The City of Brampton uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant's responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. Time sensitive correspondence is sent via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates) and it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the employment opportunity and your application will be removed from the competition.

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