Inclusion & Engagement Specialist

Colorado Access•Denver, CO

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a INCLUSION & ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST who can help shape our vision and support our mission. This role involves designing and delivering DE&I learning and programs, developing and facilitating programs that deepen inclusion and belonging, leading the assessment and refinement of DE&I models and toolkits, coordinating employee gatherings and legacy events, organizing listening sessions and forums, building relationships to accelerate DE&I practices, providing leaders with tools and guidance for inclusive environments, producing reports on DE&I progress, partnering with other departments to strengthen equity, collaborating on learning experiences, serving as an advocate for DE&I best practices, and building relationships to support DE&I objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Communications, Organizational Development or related field is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience can be substituted in lieu of the degree
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in DE&I and/or employee engagement program design, implementation and measurement.
Expertise in cultural competence and processes a strong understanding of DE&I principles, employee engagement strategies, and wellbeing programs.
Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to navigate complex situations with compassion and clarity.
Stays current on DE&I trends, legislation, and best practices to inform organizational strategies.
Skilled in event coordination and employee engagement experiences.
Use of AI tools to strengthen DE&I insights, programming, and communication including project management skills.
Demonstrates support for the company’s mission, vision and values.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) with ability to work with a variety of project management tools.
May be required to manage multiple priorities and projects with tight deadlines.
A valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance will be required for any position requiring driving.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver DE&I learning and programs that measurably increase cultural competency, inclusive behaviors, and cross-cultural understanding.
Develop, facilitate, and enhance programs that deepen inclusion and belonging, i.e. Steps Toward Freedom, Connecting Circles, DE&I Champions, Speaker Series.
Lead the assessment and refinement of the DE&I Maturity & Sustainability Model and DE&I Toolkit to measure impact, identify gaps, and guide strategic improvements.
Partner to coordinate recurring employee gatherings and legacy events, including coordinating cultural recognition and participation in DE&I efforts.
Organize listening sessions and forums to encourage dialogue and feedback on DE&I topics.
Build solid relationships to accelerate adoption of DE&I practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Provide leaders with tools and guidance that improve team climate, increase psychological safety, and support inclusive decision‑making.
Produce reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate progress, insights and program effectiveness to recommend improvements.
Partner with Member and Community Engagement to identify shared insights, strengthen equity across employee and member experiences, and reduce disparities.
Collaborate with Learning & Organizational Development to expand high‑impact, measurable learning experiences that improve inclusive behaviors.
Serve as an advocate and expert to elevate evidence-based DE&I best practices and drive meaningful cultural outcomes.
Build strong relationships with team members across the organization to support achievement of DE&I objectives.
Partner with DE&I Champions to support initiatives.

Benefits

PTO
floating holidays
nine company paid holidays
hybrid work environment
Employee Assistance Program
401K
tuition reimbursement
leadership training
promotion opportunities
performance evaluations
employee recognition
language pay stipend
Medical, dental, vision insurance that starts the first day of the month following start date.
Supplemental insurance such as critical illness and accidental injury.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending account options.
Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D (employee, spouse and dependent).
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, dependent).
Retirement plan
Annual bonus program