Equity & Engagement Lead (P&D Spec, Sr.)

Position Title

Planning & Development Specialist, Sr. (BU)

Job Responsibilities

This position will serve as a key advisor to the organization, leading the department-wide equity and social justice work in the focus area of data (co-design, collection, integrity, analysis, interpretation, literacy, etc.) working closely with SPR staff, other City departments, government partners, and community organizations. Additionally, this position will serve as the designated Equity Lead for our Public Affairs, Planning & Community Development, and Policy & Finance Divisions. This position will reside in the SPR Human Resources department.

Responsibilities include:

• Build Equity Data systems & Culture
• Data Systems
• Access & Data Literacy
• Research & Engagement
• Strategy
• Communications & Reports
• Contracting & Budgets
• Consulting

Equity & Engagement Team Shared Roles:

• Represent the City and Seattle Parks & Recreation at meetings and in workgroups/teams specific to RSJ, workforce equity, data analytics, antiracist and equitable practices.
• Act as a technical expert and advisor in addressing workplace equity and RSJ helping department leaders think about how to operationalize their vision and change their culture.
• Project and recommend strategies for the department budget that influences decisions around how divisions could allocate resources equitably and using an anti-racist lens in support of employees for the two divisions they support (Public Affairs, Planning & Community Development, and Policy & Finance Divisions).
• Create and develop related reports, communications, marketing materials, templates, workplans, and presentations, collaborating with relevant partners and teams.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications: Requires three years of experience in planning and research related to land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation; or other work directly related to City planning and development activities; and a baccalaureate degree in planning, urban design, environmental studies, public administration or related field (or a combination of education and/or experience and/or training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). In addition to the above stated minimum qualifications, we are seeking candidates who demonstrate the following:

• Technical expertise and competencies in the areas of critical race theory, race & social justice theory and principles, equitable practices, data (collection, integrity, analysis, interpretation, etc.), community engagement, design, change management, project/program management, coaching, collaboration, relationship building, emotional intelligence, and communication.
• Experience conducting mixed methods qualitative and quantitative research, focus groups, data analysis, report synthesis, data literacy education, and dissemination with and for impacted diverse populations and decision makers.
• Experience communicating anti-racist strategies and equity data analysis to diverse stakeholders. This position solicits feedback, codesigned data strategies, and reports out to all levels of the department.
• Multilingual and multicultural experience engaging in communication and culturally relevant engagement with diverse audiences in accessible and respectful ways.
• Comfortable delivering communication with a variety of audiences and trains/facilitates various sized groups from 2-3 team members to large group facilitations, including department directors and executives.
• Skilled in facilitating difficult conversations and developing this skill in others (equity advisors, RSJ facilitators, leadership, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• This position requires an understanding and ability to learn and interpret HR, organizational, departmental, and city-wide policies, including City Personnel Rules and SMC codes.
• Intermediate level of computer skills required including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Cornerstone, Workday, Canva, Data collection and analysis software.

Additional Information

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

The full salary range for this position is $56.23 - $65.54 Hourly. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.