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Organize and execute employee engagement events, workshops, and training sessions to foster workplace inclusion and professional development.
Collaborate with the Employee Equity and Inclusion Team and Employee Engagement Team to plan and deliver programming that advances organizational culture goals.
Provide administrative and programmatic support to the Better Together Advisory Board, including meeting coordination, documentation, and follow-up on action items.
Equity Analysis and AssessmentAssess organizational practices, policies, and procedures to identify barriers to equity and inclusion.
Analyze data, survey results, and other quantitative and qualitative metrics to track, evaluate, and report on progress and the effectiveness of the Citys equity and engagement initiatives.
Conduct equity impact assessments on proposed programs, policies, and budget allocations.
Develop data-driven strategies and recommendations to advance the City's equity and racial justice strategic plan goals.
Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Community Engagement and PartnershipsCo-design and implement comprehensive community outreach strategies.
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, advocacy groups, and local stakeholders to strengthen partnership opportunities.
Facilitate community forums, listening sessions, and public engagement activities.
Support the development of culturally responsive and accessible engagement methods and materials.
Communications and Digital ManagementAssist with managing and updating content on the City's website.
Develop and maintain digital communications materials, including social media content, newsletters, and informational resources.
Ensure all communications reflect principles of accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and plain language.
Additional ResponsibilitiesSupport special projects and initiatives assigned by the Equity and Engagement Director.
Participate in interdepartmental collaboration to integrate equity principles across City operations.
Stay current on related best practices.
Attend relevant meetings, training, conferences, and professional development opportunities as identified by the Equity & Engagement Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Strong communication skills both orally and in writing.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data; experience with survey design and program evaluation preferredExperience with a variety of communication tools including digital newsletters, websites, and social media.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
Ability to learn and apply Decaturs brand style guide, usage standards, and city-specific knowledge (history, government, departments).Experience with website content management systems, social media platforms, Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate and work closely with residents, City employees, businesses, and community partners.
Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
Experience working in local government, public sector, or community-based organizations preferred.
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City of Decatur
Equity and Engagement Specialist
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What they do
A Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist supports initiatives to make workforces more diverse and to foster an inclusive workplace culture. They are typically members of the human resources team and work with staff responsible for talent acquisition, learning and development, talent management, and other functions related to hiring, promotion and company culture.
$87,999 / year median in Georgia
+12% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION TITLE
Equity and Engagement SpecialistREPORTS TO
Equity and Engagement DirectorDEPARTMENT
City Managers Office Equity & EngagementLOCATION
Decatur City Hall - In-personWORK HOURS
Part-time between 8-5 p.m. weekdays; some weekends and eveningsCOMPENSATION
$20-$25 per hour depending on qualificationsThe Part-Time Equity and Engagement Specialist supports the Equity and Engagement Division in advancing the City's commitment to equity and meaningful community engagement. This position plays a critical role in coordinating key initiatives, analyzing organizational practices, and fostering inclusive community collaboration and partnerships that strengthen our City's strategic efforts.Responsibilities:
Program Coordination and Event ManagementCoordinate and support the implementation of the City's Citizen Academy program, including scheduling, logistics, curriculum development, and participant engagement.Organize and execute employee engagement events, workshops, and training sessions to foster workplace inclusion and professional development.
Collaborate with the Employee Equity and Inclusion Team and Employee Engagement Team to plan and deliver programming that advances organizational culture goals.
Provide administrative and programmatic support to the Better Together Advisory Board, including meeting coordination, documentation, and follow-up on action items.
Equity Analysis and AssessmentAssess organizational practices, policies, and procedures to identify barriers to equity and inclusion.
Analyze data, survey results, and other quantitative and qualitative metrics to track, evaluate, and report on progress and the effectiveness of the Citys equity and engagement initiatives.
Conduct equity impact assessments on proposed programs, policies, and budget allocations.
Develop data-driven strategies and recommendations to advance the City's equity and racial justice strategic plan goals.
Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Community Engagement and PartnershipsCo-design and implement comprehensive community outreach strategies.
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, advocacy groups, and local stakeholders to strengthen partnership opportunities.
Facilitate community forums, listening sessions, and public engagement activities.
Support the development of culturally responsive and accessible engagement methods and materials.
Communications and Digital ManagementAssist with managing and updating content on the City's website.
Develop and maintain digital communications materials, including social media content, newsletters, and informational resources.
Ensure all communications reflect principles of accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and plain language.
Additional ResponsibilitiesSupport special projects and initiatives assigned by the Equity and Engagement Director.
Participate in interdepartmental collaboration to integrate equity principles across City operations.
Stay current on related best practices.
Attend relevant meetings, training, conferences, and professional development opportunities as identified by the Equity & Engagement Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competencies & Skills:
Demonstrated experience in community and stakeholder engagement, and collaborative problem-solving with diverse populations.Strong communication skills both orally and in writing.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data; experience with survey design and program evaluation preferredExperience with a variety of communication tools including digital newsletters, websites, and social media.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
Ability to learn and apply Decaturs brand style guide, usage standards, and city-specific knowledge (history, government, departments).Experience with website content management systems, social media platforms, Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate and work closely with residents, City employees, businesses, and community partners.
Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
Required Education and Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in equity and inclusion work, community engagement, or related field.Experience working in local government, public sector, or community-based organizations preferred.