2SLGBTQ+ Program Coordinator

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Post End Date:

June 13, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

Please note this a part-time, in-person, 17.5 hour per week position

About the Role:

The 2SLGBTQ+ Program Coordinator plays a vital role in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment at Brock University. The position coordinates peer-led drop-in and virtual spaces for confidential disclosures, providing essential support and resources to 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and facilitating customized workshops for students, faculty, and staff. The incumbent develops and implements university-wide educational strategies, manages events, and collaborates with various campus partners to enhance awareness and accessibility of 2SLGBTQ+ resources. Additionally, the incumbent participates in relevant committees and fosters relationships with community organizations, while contributing to the ongoing development of a safe and equitable campus for all.

The 2SLGBTQ+ Program Coordinator will:

• Coordinate student-led peer drop-in and virtual spaces for confidential disclosures of discrimination;
• Provide confidential support to Brock community members regarding 2SLGBTQ+ resources and concerns;
• Assist 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in accessing available options, resources, and support;
• Suggest referrals based on individual needs, including the Sexual Violence Intake Manager, Student Wellness, and Campus Security;
• Develop university-wide strategies and operational plans for education and training, staying informed on emerging trends, policies and best practices in post-secondary education;
• Create and coordinate peer-led programs to raise awareness, and facilitate customized workshops and training for students, faculty, and staff;
• Coordinate and execute remote and in-person events, collaborating with campus departments for logistics and social media for promotion;
• Develop and maintain relationships with campus and regional organizations that support 2S&LGBTQ+ equity, including Fraternities, Sororities, and BUSU;
• Represent the University on 2S&LGBTQ+ matters, fostering positive relationships with other post-secondary institutions and the broader community;
• Manage and establish new all-genders washrooms in areas lacking accessibility and assess potential locations for future installations;
• Oversee administrative tasks including managing the Drop-in space, coordinating purchases, collaborating in managing the departmental budget, preparing and providing detailed reports, collecting comprehensive data and providing recommendations to inform systemic changes.

Key Skills and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g. Education, Social Justice, Psychology, Gender Studies, or Human Rights & Equity);
• The equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered;
• Experience in an advisory and support role focused on anti-oppressive analysis;
• Familiarity with issues impacting 2S&LGBTQQIA+ communities, familiarity with trans inclusive language and relevant human rights legislation;
• Knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ on and off campus resources;
• Preference will be given to candidates with lived experience;
• Knowledge of applicable legislation (e.g. Human Rights Code, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Bill 168, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, etc.);
• Experience in designing and delivering training workshops related to 2S&LGBTQQIA+ equity and inclusion;
• Familiarity with social justice issues and intersectionality;
• Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community, with the ability to work with diverse groups of people;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including effective verbal/written communication skills and adept listening skills;
• Ability to handle emotional situations and put people at ease, while gathering critical information to provide support, advice and referral;
• Strong judgment, evaluation and reasoning skills with the ability to critically analyze systems of oppressions and their impacts;
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Preferred or Asset Skills:

• Training and/or certification in Adult Education will be considered an asset.

Salary and Total Rewards:

• Job Grade L, Salary Scale ($62,580-$107,280);
• Target Hiring Range: $62,580-$82,000;

This is a permanent position that includes:

• Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension Plan: Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.
• Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.
• Professional Development: Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program.
• The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact talent@brocku.ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca.

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