Racial Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (REDI) Manager

Position Summary

The Racial Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Manager (REDI) will provide strategic leadership in collaboration with City leaders and staff to develop an equity framework that guides how the City addresses the issues of systemic racism, diversity and inclusion. Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, the REDI Manager will be a thought-leader and change agent, engaging with City leadership to facilitate desired policy and program changes to achieve better outcomes for all. This work is focused on eliminating Brooklyn Park’s racial and place-based disparities.

Application End Date: Job posting will remain open until position is filled. First review of applications will be on August 9, 2021. If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended you apply as soon as you see the job posting as the vacancy may close without notice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Visioning

Develop strategic vision and provide leadership and direction for advancing racial equity, diversity and inclusion at the City of Brooklyn Park and for the Brooklyn Park Economic Development Authority (EDA).

Lead and facilitate the work of the City’s internal Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

Facilitate the alignment of internal racial equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives and programs.

Support City leadership in the establishment of city-wide equity principles

Research, develop, recommend, and implement creative strategies to foster organizational racial equity, diversity and inclusion goals.

Contribute to the EDA’s strategic planning and implementation of economic inclusion strategies.

Manage key strategic cross-departmental projects and initiatives related to racial equity.

Building Capacity

Provide and/or facilitate training and support to City leadership, staff, Council, and Commissions regarding racial equity, diversity and inclusion principles and initiatives.

Serve as a change agent within the organization and a resource to fellow City staff and officials in identifying and removing structural bias and inequities in City policies, programs, and services.

Assist staff in ensuring equity and inclusion is considered for new and existing programs and policies by developing toolkits and providing data, support, and recommendations.

Advise and support the City’s Employee Affinity groups

Serve as the Staff Liaison to the City’s Human Rights Commission and provide guidance to City commissions or committees as needed for the advancement of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accountability and Metrics

Work with departments to develop performance indicators and progress benchmarks to ensure accountability towards equitable delivery of City services.

Collect, analyze, and present data measuring the City’s progress on operationalizing equity and improving outcomes for residents of Brooklyn Park.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in Public Administration, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, Communications, Social Work/Social Sciences or a discipline related to race and equity.

Experience

Five years of progressively responsible experience in the management, direction and oversight of equity and inclusion programs, including experience in a lead role creating transformational change in a complex organization preferably in a public sector environment.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated commitment to furthering racial equity, diversity and inclusion.

Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with and influencing others at all levels of the organization

Skilled in project management, strategic planning, continuous improvement, facilitation and evaluating performance measures.

Knowledge of performance measures and data analysis

Demonstrated ability to relate to and work effectively with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets/exceeds customer expectations.

Embrace and engage in Continuous Improvement efforts.

Desired Qualifications

Successful record of influence, community building, networking, and deploying programs for diversity and inclusion, preferably in the Twin Cities metro area.

Experience in employing effective problem solving and leadership skills to bring about transformative change in an organization.

Previous work experience or active community involvement in the Twin Cities metro area.

Previous experience with government agencies, non-profit or public sector.

Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Laotian or Vietnamese language(s).

Background Check

The City has determined that a thorough criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

About Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 82,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Fifty-four percent of residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.

Additional Information

Department/Division: Administration/Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Anticipated Work Schedule: This is a full-time, exempt, non-union position that will work a flexible 40-hour work week with some evening meetings.

Regular, full-time City of Brooklyn Park employees (30 or more hours per week) are eligible for a benefits package including: Vacation New employees generally earn 10 days of vacation per year Vacation accruals increase with longevity up to a maximum of 20 days per yearSick Leave Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 8 hours per month with unlimited accumulationHolidays 12 paid holidays per yearHealth Insurance: Employees may choose between two health plans with an option to waive if covered under another qualified plan The City contributes to the cost of health insuranceDental Insurance Employees may choose between two dental plans with an option to waive if covered under another qualified planLife Insurance The City provides term life insurance with an option for employees to purchase additional voluntary and dependent term life insurance at group ratesDisability Insurance Long-term disability insurance available at group rates Retirement Public Employee’s Retirement Association (PERA) pension plan (employer/employee contributions Optional 457 deferred compensation plans for tax-deferred retirement savingsFlexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) Reimbursement account for health care and daycare expenses using pre-tax contributionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and referral servicesFitness Free on-site fitness facilities; Wellness program and fitness classes offeredDirect Deposit (mandatory) Payroll checks are automatically deposited into designated account(s) on paydayRegular, part-time benefited City of Brooklyn Park employees (20-29 hours per week) are not eligible for Health Insurance, but are eligible for the following benefits: Sick and Vacation at a pro-rated rate PERA Life Flexible Spending Deferred Comp, if enrolled. Benefits may differ based on union contracts for employees represented by a collective bargaining unit. This summary is for information only and is subject to change or revocation without notice. This summary shall not constitute a contract or guarantee, express or implied.