DEI Program Specialist – Onsite Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers & business partners through superior service, simple processes, and effective communications. We deliver on this mission by empowering our employees by encouraging and recognizing superior performance and innovative solutions, by promoting teamwork and divisional cooperation. Primary Function The DEI Program Specialist will support and collaborate with the Community Investment team, corporate leadership, and employee groups and advance our efforts to make Newrez a great place to work. The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder, can see the big picture in any situation, has an entrepreneurial and process improvement mindset and can handle any situation with composure and empathy. We are looking for assertive, well-spoken, and compassionate candidates who are dependable, detail oriented, service-minded, and results-oriented. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are a part of who we are at Newrez. We strive to create a culture where every individual feels included and empowered to be their best. Providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Principal Duties:

. Expand and support measurable impact of inclusivity and empowerment on business outcomes through Newrez’s DEI Initiative. Advise and support the Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and ERG Leadership Council. Develop, build, and maintain relationships with external organizations and networks to expand our organization’s visibility in these areas. Partner with Recruiting and HR to create goal-driven strategies that support the attraction, retention, and promotion of underrepresented demographics within the company Implement new programs that will embrace diversity and create inclusivity within the company. Research and propose best practices, innovative approaches, notable programs of industry peers, etc. and make recommendations to the Manager of DEI. Coordinate and drive participation in events, days of observation, and programs managed by Community Investment, with particular emphasis on ERG programming. Collaborate with Newrez NOW program to implement inclusive giving campaigns and volunteer opportunities. Participate in select industry events, representing the organization professionally. Measure and regularly report status and metrics of Community Investment programs, projects, and activities, with emphasis on DEI. Work across the Community Investment team to support external partnerships with nonprofits, professional organizations, etc. where needed. Assist the various internal teams with special projects as required and perform other job duties as assigned by management. Travel may be required. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. Supervisory experience with at least 2 years’ experience in project management, logistics, program administration or event management required. Demonstrated understanding of DEI concepts and practices, including experience working with underrepresented groups and creating inclusive environments. Experience in community organizing and coalition-building. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Be able to clearly articulate and present ideas and findings to a varied audience, including the operations staff and senior leadership. The ability to establish rapport and relate sensitively to a multiracial and multicultural group of partners Possess excellent interpersonal skills and experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team Ability to speak publicly and present information to large and small groups. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to adapt and work flexibly among teams with different stakeholders and objectives. Self-motivated, creative thinker with excellent organizational skills. Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities. Demonstrates conflict management/resolution capabilities. Strong attention to detail and an ability to multi-task. Strong skills in MS Office Suite. Experience with Event Planning is a plus Experience with writing newsletters, articles and social media posts preferred Photo and video-editing experience helpful While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary. By applying to this position candidate acknowledges that this is not a remote role and is required to be on-site.

Additional Information:

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary. All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Okta Verify and Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.

Company Benefits:

Newrez is a great place to work but we are only as strong as our greatest asset, our employees, so we believe in rewarding them! Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account with employer contribution 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave Pet insurance Adoption Assistance Tuition reimbursement Employee Loan Program The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a new program to support our team members

Newrez NOW:

Our Corporate Social Responsibility program, Newrez NOW, empowers employees to become leaders in their communities through a robust program that includes volunteering, philanthropy, nonprofit grants, and more 1 Volunteer Time Off (VTO) day, company-paid volunteer day where all eligible employees may participate in a volunteer event with a nonprofit of their choice

Employee Matching Gifts Program:

We will match monetary employee donations to eligible non-profit organizations, dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,000 per employee

Newrez Grants Program:

Newrez hosts a giving portal where we provide employees an abundance of resources to search for an opportunity to donate their time or monetary contributions Equal Employment Opportunity We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better. CA Privacy Policy CA Notice at Collection The right company in the right industry. In both good economic times and bad, people need homes – and mortgages to buy them. We help these people every day buy homes or refinance their current mortgage loans. In addition to offering an in-demand product, there are two things you should know about us: We value and reward entrepreneurial spirit, and we are growing. Few lenders are as innovative, as financially solid, as well managed and on track to become America’s leading lender as the Newrez Family of Companies. We deliver products and services that turn prospects into delighted customers —providing abundant opportunity for the great people who work here. These competitive advantages set us apart, and they’re why you can grow with us for the long term.