Full-Time Administration Reporting to the Vice President, Finance and Administration, the Director, Human Rights & Equity provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the Human Rights & Equity Office. The Director will develop, implement, and monitor Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) strategies, with shared accountability across all faculties, departments, and administrative units. The role will lead the University’s transformation efforts by advancing EDIA and human rights aligned with the recommendations of the Equity Audit, Academic Planning and Operational Plan (APOP), Accessibility Advisory Committee, and other relevant sources. The Director provides advice to the President and Vice-Presidents, and will be responsible for policy review, guiding related disaggregated data monitoring and reporting, and developing institution-wide EDIA training plans. The role builds relationships with equity-deserving groups, as well as with students, staff, faculty, and community partners. The Director will foster a culture of belonging and psychological safety by advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-discrimination across all University portfolios. This role will shape and implement policies, programs, and structures that promote an inclusive environment where community members feel valued and supported. The Director will make recommendations to support inclusive practices in governance and operations and will collaborate with senior leaders to identify systemic barriers and ensure accountability for sustained cultural change. The Director will work closely with the Assistant Vice-President, Human Resources and the Assistant Vice-President, Students on matters related to harassment/discrimination and EDIA‑related issues. The successful candidate will hold a relevant university degree (e.g., Human Rights, Equity Studies, Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences) and have a minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive, senior‑level experience, including direct experience in equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA), human rights, accessibility, or anti‑discrimination, along with demonstrated leadership experience. A master’s degree is preferred. This position is classified at a salary grade 8 with an annual salary range from $91,847 (Step 1) to $128,619 (Step 9). Placement within the salary range will be based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity and market conditions. A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is included, along with a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents. Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self‑identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities. Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier‑free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at #J-18808-Ljbffr