Managing Director of Equity and Learning

Who We Are:

 SEIU 775 Benefits Group’s mission is to improve the skills, health and stability of the caregiver workforce through innovation and high-quality benefits and programs.

We partner with workers, employers and industry stakeholders to collectively solve workforce problems through innovation, creativity and an evidence-based approach. Together, we deliver high-quality benefits and services to support a growing caregiver workforce.

We are a nonprofit – passionate about revolutionizing the future of in-home care, and are looking for others to join our smart, collaborative and kind team.

The Details:

 Location: Hybrid work Headquartered in Downtown Seattle

Work Schedule: Our typical business hours are 8:30-5:00 PT Monday-Friday.

Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Category: Full-Time, FLSA Exempt, Regular, Non-Union

Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of the day.

About the Position:

Reporting to the Chief People and Culture Officer, the Managing Director of Equity and Learning will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization. You will lead strategic initiatives to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace, drive cultural competence, and enhance staff development programs. This position requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of DEI principles, staff development strategies, and organizational dynamics.

You Will:

• Be a strategic leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
• Develop and implement caregiver-centric and staff-centric DEI strategies that align with the Benefits Group’s mission, vision, values and strategic goals;
• Acts as a strategic partner to staff, leadership, multi-disciplinary DEI workgroups and Board of Directors to integrate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) into all aspects of the business;
• Mentor and coach leaders on emerging DEI trends and best practices, empowering them to lead in an environment where DEI is deeply ingrained in our culture;
• Collaborate with departments to integrate DEI principles into all aspects of the services, benefits, and programs of the organization.
• Use internal and external data to:
• Identify opportunities, set goals and establish metrics to track the progress and effectiveness of DEI initiatives in alignment with the Benefits Group’s Caregiver and Staff Strategic goals;
• Deliver routine updates to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), highlighting advancements and identifying opportunities for enhancement;
• Leverage data to guide decision-making and adapt strategies as necessary.
• Foster stakeholder engagement through collaboration and communication:
• Collaborate with departmental leaders, committees, multidisciplinary workgroups and caregiver programs to define and operationalize a strategic vision for DEI across all teams;
• Partner closely with leaders to identify opportunities for integrating diversity and inclusion concepts into existing programs, policies, and practices;
• Drive DEI engagement and accountability for BG’s operations and culture.
• Drive staff development through education and training:
• Develop compelling and engaging initiatives, policies, tools and programs that empower leaders and employees to realize the benefits of inclusion within our organization;
• Develop a comprehensive suite of programs, events, and resources that enrich our employee and community culture in DEI, fostering belonging, development, recruitment, recognition and retention;
• Implement strategies that lead to a diverse leadership pipeline, development activities, onboarding programs and employee experience with the goal of increasing our retention of employees.
• From time-to-time, perform other duties commensurate with the level of this position.

You Will Need to Have:

 Required Leadership Competencies 

Managing with Vision and Purpose:

Connect their work and the work of teams they lead to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Advancing Diversity:

Supports equitable and fair treatment and opportunity for all.

Courage:

Is not afraid to take action when necessary, accepts critical feedback that is shared with the team without being defensive and incorporates feedback into their work.

Strategic Agility:

Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequence and trends accurately.

Decision Quality:

Makes good decisions in the appropriate amount of time based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement.

Building Effective Teams:

Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their teams, while creating a collaborative environment.  

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and substantial professional experience, showcasing a commitment to lifelong learning and development;
• 8+ years of relevant progressive experience in comparable-sized enterprise;
• 5+ year of a proven track record of advocating for DEI principles and successfully implementing and practicing DEI within an organization, including departments or teams, while in a leadership capacity, demonstrating a commitment to translating rhetoric into action in DEI initiatives;
• Experience in promoting and implementing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility strategies to ensure that traditionally marginalized populations have equal access to services, resources, and support.
• 3+ years of experience leading learning and development programs to enhance education and staff development;
• Experience with appropriately maintaining confidentiality;
• Demonstrated ability to creatively solve problems by generating innovative ideas and approaches;
• Experience in developing data-driven diversity programs and community engagement;
• Expertise in evaluating DEI programs and initiatives, and making actionable recommendations to senior leadership on how to improve them;
• Expertise in communication, change management, relationship management, and consultation with all levels in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment;
• Ability to effectively prioritize organizational and departmental strategic plan and vision, with an ability to be nimble and pivot when needed;
• Highly skilled in navigating organizational complexity.

 It Will Be Great if You Have:

• Master’s Degree;
• Experience working with non-profit organizations;
• Experience working with unions or collective bargaining;
• Lived caregiving experience.

Salary Range:

• $139,164.49 to $189,666.92

Benefits:

• Fully Paid Medical, Dental and Vision;
• 18 days PTO, 15 Sick days, 10 holidays, 1 floating holiday, 2 personal days and 1 week Winter Break;
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan and 401(k) options;
• Fitness, cell phone, internet and furniture stipends.

Statement of Affirmative Action

SEIU 775 Benefits Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.