Justice, Equity & Diversity Specialist(JEDI)

Position Objective

The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining a high-performing Employee Resource Group (ERG) program that aligns with organizational strategy and fosters employee engagement, belonging, and professional development. The position establishes governance, standardizes operating practices, develops resources for ERG leaders, and provides ongoing consultation to ensure each ERG operates effectively and consistently.

In addition, the Associate Consultant provides project coordination and operational support for the JEDI department by managing timelines, tracking deliverables, coordinating meetings and initiatives, and implementing systems that ensure the team remains organized, aligned, and accountable to strategic goals. Through exceptional organization, relationship management, and execution, this position helps drive the successful delivery of JEDI programs and initiatives across the organization.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Supports the conceptualization, development, communication, and implementation of programs and processes that align the organization's current and future culture and workforce with equitable business results. Works collaboratively with all departments and functions to optimize efficiencies and implement JEDI strategies.
2. Implements and maintains a cultural framework to advance organizational strategy and values.
3. Researches, develops, and implements best practices.
4. Recognizes and acknowledges existing racial and other identity-based inequities and biases, both internal and external, and partners with the organization to collectively address them.
5. Serves as a consultant to the organization, providing guidance to improve individual, team, and organizational JEDI effectiveness.
6. Interfaces with partners, collaborators, and colleagues to identify organizational culture and development needs.
7. Develops and implements project plans and leads project management activities for culture engagements to achieve desired outcomes and accomplish objectives within specified timeframes and budgets.
8. Researches trends and remains current with JEDI, culture, and organizational developments, techniques, and technologies to support the organization's current and changing needs.
9. Implements and maintains diversity, equity, inclusion, and culture education and training for executive leadership, management, and employees at all levels.
10. Collaborates with JEDI champions and stakeholders to create an inclusive network that advances JEDI and systems change in the community. Engages with the diverse workforce, JEDI champions, and leadership to promote RISE values and continued advancement of the organization's JEDI journey.
11. Manages and coordinates health equity initiatives.
12. Promotes and advises on the strategic direction of eight or more inclusion groups.
13. Manages cultural campaigns and routine projects and events.
14. Manages and organizes messaging and marketing communications strategies.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferred.
• At least two years of progressively responsible professional Human Resources experience preferred.

Required License/Certifications

• None required.
• Project management certification, or equivalent, preferred.

Working Conditions, Equipment, and Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will not be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that required for sedentary work and the employee sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description provides an overview of the functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every duty and requirement; the supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.