Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (Senior Public Service Administrator)

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

1d•$114,000 - $132,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Early Childhood is seeking a Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA). This position will be responsible for shaping DEIA policies that establish objectives and principles to guide actions toward achieving programmatic, operational, and equity goals for the agency and its partners throughout the state of Illinois. If you are interested in this unique opportunity to join a dedicated team of Early Childhood professionals, we invite you to apply for the Director of DEIA position with IDEC!

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in business, public administration or a related field.
Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in strategic planning and/or diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in a public or private organization.
Requires the ability to successfully pass an agency criminal history check through the Illinois State Police.
Requires the ability to successfully pass a Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System (CANTS) background check.
Requires the ability to utilize state-issued equipment, such as a cell phone, laptop, etc.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Nice To Haves

Prefers four (4) years of professional work experience developing and implementing programming for internal stakeholders focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programming, initiatives, and training.
Prefers four (4) years of experience leveraging the knowledge of Title VII (EEOC) laws as well as Affirmative Action (OFCCP) regulations to build an engaged diverse workforce and inclusive environment.
Prefers four (4) years of professional work experience collecting and analyzing data related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility efforts, and using the insights to drive strategy and decision-making.
Prefers four (4) years of professional experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Prefers excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Prefers thorough awareness of policy priorities and objectives.
Prefers experience in technical aspects of report writing.
Prefers familiarity with data system design and capabilities, and statistical research.

Responsibilities

Serves as the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA).
Serves as the Senior Advisor for DEIA to programs and services teams.
Serves as a full line supervisor.
Provides leadership and strategic direction on the equity priorities for DEIA, including equity and inclusion efforts, both internal and external.
Reviews and remains attentive to scientific literature and developments in other states regarding the measurement and application of performance and equity indicators.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.