Equity, Engagement & Outreach Program Manager

Position Details

**THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICATIONS RECEVIED BEFORE FRIDAY APRIL 10th WILL GET FIRST PRIORITY**

The City of Auburn is seeking a collaborative and strategic Equity Engagement & Outreach Program Manager to lead the operations and programs of the Citys Office of Equity Engagement & Outreach. This position plays a critical role in advancing the Citys commitment to inclusive community engagement equitable service delivery and meaningful partnerships with residents employees and community organizations.

Reporting directly to the Mayor this position provides Citywide leadership by working across departments to support equity and engagement initiatives developing strategies to ensure broad community participation in City decision-making and strengthening relationships with historically underrepresented communities.

The Program Manager leads the development and implementation of Citywide equity engagement and outreach strategies while ensuring programs are administered in compliance with applicable federal state and local civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Primary Duties

Key Responsibilities:

• Program & Operational Leadership
  Lead the operations of the Office of Equity Engagement & Outreach including strategic planning program implementation staff supervision and budget oversight.
• Citywide Equity & Engagement Strategy
  Develop and implement initiatives that support equitable access to City services and promote inclusive participation in City programs policies and decision-making.
• Policy & Organizational Guidance
  Provide expertise and guidance to City departments on best practices for community engagement equitable program design and inclusive service delivery.
• Community Partnerships & Outreach
  Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations residents and regional partners to ensure diverse perspectives are represented in City programs and policy development.
• Data Performance & Accountability
  Develop performance indicators and evaluate program outcomes to measure the Citys progress toward equitable service delivery and inclusive community engagement.
• Training & Organizational Development
  Develop or coordinate training programs and professional development initiatives that support employee engagement cultural awareness and inclusive workplace practices.
• Employee Engagement Programs
  Provide guidance for voluntary employee engagement initiatives such as employee resource groups (ERGs) ensuring participation is open voluntary and administered in compliance with nondiscrimination laws.
• Regulatory & Program Compliance
  Support City compliance with federal and state civil rights laws including programs related to Title VI nondiscrimination language access and inclusive public participation.

This list is not meant to be all-inclusive. To see the full job description please click here.

Minimum Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Bachelors degree in Sociology Political Science Public Administration Business Administration Human Resources or a closely related field;

AND

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience developing and implementing equity engagement outreach or organizational change initiatives in a complex organization;

OR

• A combination of education training and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.

We would love if you have:

• Experience working in municipal or county government is highly desirable.

Additional Information

WHY CHOOSE THE CITY OF AUBURN

• Competitive salary
• Excellent medical dental and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City
• Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans
• 12 days of paid vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year
• VEBA ( tax-free health savings account)
• Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan
• Deferred Compensation plan options
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

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Required Experience:

Manager