(Full-Time) DEI Support Specialist

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Job Description Job Description BARGAINING UNIT / LEVEL: Non-Supervisory Bargaining Unit - Level 04/06 SALARY RANGE: $53,352 - $72,758 annually DOQ GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Reporting to the Chief of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), this position serves as the public face of the DEI department, building and maintaining relationships with communities throughout the Metroparks’ service area. This role is responsible for supporting the department's day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives, including: Public Representation: Acting as the primary point of contact (within the DEI department) for community organizations, fostering positive and collaborative partnerships. Program & Project Coordination: Facilitating DEI-related projects (and other projects as assigned), ensuring their successful implementation across the organization. Communications & Administration: Assisting with the coordination of presentations and training, managing communications with key committees, and providing support to the DEI Team. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Chief of DEI. Position works independently and exercises judgment and discretion in completion of duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employees shall perform other duties as assigned. Must have reliable transportation, maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record Assist in the ideation, design, coordination, and/or facilitation of DEI workshops, presentations, learning opportunities and other strategic initiatives that promote DEI Serve as a coordinator and liaison to develop mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships with community organizations in Southeast Michigan Assist with the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluating programs and processes that promote and sustain DEI within the Metroparks Coordinate data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting processes related to DEI work and practices. Use data to monitor and report progress in DEI focus areas. Respects and protects the privacy and confidentiality of all employee- related data and information Work collaboratively and with other departments on projects initiated by Metroparks Leadership Investigate and recommend alternative programming options to promote DEI. Assist in improving community-wide engagement Work with DEI advisory team and other action committees on strategies that promote DEI across the organization Composes and edits a variety of correspondence, reports, and other material requiring judgment as to content, accuracy and completeness Proofs and edits DEI communication content for both internal and external use. Acts as custodian of department documents and records. Establishes and maintains filing systems. Maintains catalog, specifications and commodity record files. Assist at various meetings by taking notes and revising into minutes. Assist in setting up events Maintains department inventories and orders office supplies, materials, supplies, and equipment in accordance with HCMA purchasing policies Coordinate materials to be sent to and attend DEI events and professionally represent the Metroparks Request, receive, proof and coordinate program and event information from multiple departments and locations Tracks project and campaign schedules to ensure deadlines are met and projects stay on task Assist with special projects Serve on employee committees Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Level 04: Associate degree in related field, bachelor’s preferred. Applicants with 4 or more years of related service will be given credit to meet the minimum educational requirements and will be considered for the position. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, outside agencies, other departments and employees Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Ability to demonstrate/articulate understanding of DEI principles Ability to demonstrate attention to detail Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills Ability to work independently with minimal direction Ability to show sound judgment to identify and report problems to supervisors and contribute to resolving them Knowledge and/or skill in a variety of computer software applications including spreadsheets and word processing software Knowledge of administrative, accounting and clerical procedures, filing and record management systems May be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs, including special events, evenings, weekends & holidays Ability to perform essential duties MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Level 06: Meets all the minimum qualifications of the DEI Support Specialist – Level 04 Must have direct DEI knowledge and experience Five years of related experience for level 06 TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED: Computer equipment, Microsoft Office and financial, accounting, payroll, timekeeping, database, scheduling, publishing, spreadsheet, survey monkey, RecTrac, marketing email software, Microsoft teams and word processing software; telephone system; cell phone; calculator, copy & fax machines; phone, radios, camera and video equipment, automobiles. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move, sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to handle, feel and operate objects tools and controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK EVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees generally perform work within an office environment. The noise level is usually quiet. Occasionally, the employee will be required to work in outdoor environments and will be subject to various weather conditions, (e.g. heat, rain snow) and natural elements including insects. Powered by JazzHR 0hBGWuxRwR

Required qualifications:

  • Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
  • Ability to demonstrate understanding of DEI principles
  • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
  • Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of computer software applications
  • Knowledge of administrative procedures

Desired qualifications:

  • Direct DEI knowledge and experience
  • 5 years of related experience for Level 06
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