CANADIAN HUMAN RIGHTS TRIBUNAL

SELECTION CRITERIA

MEMBER (FULL-TIME)

Education

• A law degree from a recognized university; and
• Member of the Bar of a province or the Chambre des notaires du Québec for at least ten (10) years.

 

Experience

• Expertise, experience and interest in, and sensitivity to, human rights issues;
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of legislation in a quasi-judicial context;
• Demonstrated decision-making experience with respect to sensitive issues; and
• Experience as a member or legal counsel of a quasi-judicial tribunal, or experience appearing before a quasi-judicial tribunal, would be an asset.

 

Knowledge

• General knowledge of human rights law, as well as knowledge of public law including administrative and constitutional law;
• Knowledge of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Employment Equity Act and other related legislation;
• Knowledge of the principles of natural justice and rules of practice followed by administrative tribunals in Canada; and
• Solid understanding of the procedures and practices involved in conducting a quasi-judicial hearing.

 

Abilities

• Ability to interpret relevant statutes, regulations, and policies and analyse and evaluate complex and voluminous evidence in order to make sound and equitable decisions and recommendations;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member;
• Ability to conduct proactive, fair and efficient quasi-judicial hearings; and
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

 

Personal Suitability

• Sound judgment and tact;
• High ethical standards and integrity;
• Impartiality; and
• Superior interpersonal skills.

 

Linguistic Requirements

• Proficiency in both official languages is preferred; and
• Proficiency in other languages is an asset.

 

Conditions of Employment

• The full-time members of the Tribunal shall reside in the National Capital Region, as described in the schedule to the National Capital Act, or within 40 kilometres of that Region; and
• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time to attend hearings and conferences in all parts of Canada.