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Equity and Inclusion Officer
Gwinnett County | |
United States, Gwinnett County | |
June 02, 2023 | |
CLASS SUMMARY Job Description Diversity, the multitude of factors that make everyone unique, is a strength and Gwinnett County is dedicated to leveraging that strength to foster a community where everyone thrives, and everyone belongs. The Equity and Inclusion Officer (EIO) champions and oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Gwinnett County Equity and Inclusion Action Plan. This position will lead high-profile projects that directly impact core operations through collaboration with Elected Officials, County leadership, and staff to deliver sustainable solutions that support the goal of achieving equitable and inclusive outcomes and culture. The EIO will be responsible for developing policies, practices, and programs that create a climate of equity and inclusion throughout the County. This includes providing guidance and support to County departments in developing strategies that promote equity and inclusion in all areas of County operations, such as hiring practices, training and development, service delivery, and community engagement. Key Responsibilities: Leading Change: The EIO will develop and implement strategies to address diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging issues and identify barriers to equity and inclusion. Leading People: The EIO will foster an inclusive workplace, facilitating cooperation, teamwork, and conflict resolution while guiding County departments to promote equity and inclusion. Results Driven: The EIO will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs and metrics related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Business Acumen: The EIO will strategically manage resources, audit, and recommend policies to enhance diversity and inclusion efforts and ensure responsiveness to customer needs. Building Coalitions: The EIO will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals, provide strategic advice, and assess training needs. Essential Duties:
The grade for this position is 205. Minimum Qualifications:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION County Administration The Board of Commissioners appoints a County Administrator who manages the day-to-day functions of county government. The County Administrator carries out policies established by the Board of Commissioners and manages 14 administrative departments. Staffing in this office includes the County Administrator, a Deputy County Administrator, the County Clerk, and administrative support. In addition, Economic Development, Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful, and Internal Audit are part of the Office of the County Administrator. For more information about this department, please click here. About Gwinnett County Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs. The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022. Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents. The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values. In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate. Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience. Hiring ProcessGwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law. For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email Jobs@GwinnettCounty.com. |