Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion Manager (Full Time) Job at Kansas City Zoo
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, ACCESSIBILITY & INCLUSION
MANAGER (FULL TIME)
DEPARTMENT
Human Resources
CLASSIFICATION
Exempt
REPORTS TO
Chief People Officer & Chief Executive Officer
DIRECT REPORTS
N/A
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Manager of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion will lead the internal and external strategy for diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI). With a focus on nurturing a culture where employees can bring their whole, authentic self to work each day, as a Manager at the Kansas City Zoo, you will work with leaders across all areas to shape the framework to increase the Zoo’s ability to engage employees in an inclusive culture while supporting the communities in which we live and work.
POSITION DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Duties
Percentage
Lead DEAI strategies, including, but not limited to:
- Define the DEAI roadmap, engaging key stakeholders across the organization including Communications, HR and business leaders.
- Make recommendations on strategies, objectives, plans and policies to build a socially responsible culture of diversity, equity, inclusion.
- Stay at the forefront of the diversity and inclusion external landscape, remaining up to date on emerging topics.
- Manage the design and initiatives of the DEAI roadmap acting as a project manager and the subject matter expert.
- Utilize workforce data to inform and monitor strategic initiatives.
- Monitor public regulatory/policy changes and local advocacy trends.
45%
Provide DEAI support and guidance to all key stakeholders, including, but not limited to:
- Partner with the HR Leadership Team to incorporate practices and processes that embed DEAI into all aspects of the employee life cycle (recruitment, selection, on boarding, performance management, development, mobility, retention and engagement) while supporting the development of DEAI experience across the HR team.
- Partner with the communication team to drive communications efforts related to DEAI both internally and externally.
- Provide coaching, advice and expertise on matters relating to diversity and inclusion.
- Provide leadership to the DEAI Committees, both internal and the FOTZ Board, guiding their impact and collaboration in the organization.
- Lead Employee Resource Group program by providing coordinated tools, resources, guidance and thought leadership to increase DEAI impact.
45%
Assists the Human Resources department with various tasks as needed, serving as a backup to ensure vital responsibilities may be performed in case of absence.
10%
- This position may at times be requested to perform other duties or special projects as assigned, which are in the best interest of the Kansas City Zoo.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- EDUCATION & FORMAL TRAINING:
- Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
- EXPERIENCE:
- 3-7 years’ experience leading or involved in DEAI programs.
- Experience in advancing diversity, inclusion and multiculturalism within a complex organization across the employee life cycle.
- Experience supporting company-wide change initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to represent the company in a professional and positive manner.
- Strong communication and relationship building skills with the ability to influence and deliver through others.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Highly motivated with ability to work with significant autonomy.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, preferred.
- OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have valid driver’s license.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
- Must pass a background and drug screening.
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