**Working Title: Inclusion and Engagement Supervisor** **Job Class: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Supervisor** **Agency: Human Services Dept** + **Job ID** : 84250 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/19/2025 + **Closing Date** : 03/04/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA + **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / OPS Office of Equity Director + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, 8:00am - 5:00pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $78,508 - $113,086 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify. **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. _***_ Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) _(Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available for up to four (4) days per pay period_ _.***_ _This position exists to supervise the staff and activities of the Office for Equity & Inclusion, specifically anti-racism and other diversity, equity, and inclusion engagement activities; the administration of the Intercultural Development Inventory and the infrastructure to utilize those tools; communication; and stakeholder and community engagement activities. The purpose of this position is to provide leadership and direction to the executive team, directors, and staff of the Department of Human Services (DHS) to strategically plan for and obtain legislative, stakeholder, and organizational support for advancement and implementation of diversity and inclusion strategic priorities to create a workforce that promote access and more equitable outcomes for Minnesotans who receive publicly funded services. This person will coordinate with staff at all levels to assess equity and inclusion awareness and capacity, identify activities to build equity and inclusion, and support the implementation of those activities as all levels of the agency._ **Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:** + Exercise supervisor authority and responsibility so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered, and employees effectively perform job duties to achieve the annual objectives of the office. + Facilitate, support and manage staff activities surrounding agency-wide and external partner anti-racism training, communication and outreach. + Lead management and staff to develop policies, internal operations, and an organizational culture that are equitable and inclusive of input from employees, advocates, and clients from underrepresented communities. + Ensure Office for Equity and Inclusion is carrying out objectives laid out in DHS strategic plan, DHS’ Diversity & Inclusion strategic priorities, and activities of staff are advancing those objectives with their projects and planning. + Provide leadership and direction to Office for Equity and Inclusion staff to support agency wide strategy to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. **Minimum Qualifications** **_**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**_** Demonstrated leadership experience * Leadership experience includes: + Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead; OR + Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4); OR + A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include: + 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions + 100+ hours per year time commitment AND Four (4) years’ experience leading a large and diverse organization in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion related programs. Experience must include: + Championing equity, inclusion, and anti-racism by evaluating policies, procedures, and ideas to interrupt systemic racism and provide recommendations for improvement. + Experience with contemporary diversity, equity, inclusion and multiculturalism theories and issues. + Strategic planning, change management and project management. + Working with ethnically and culturally diverse communities, American Indian communities, people with disabilities, and other communities that experience inequities. + Influencing/directing goals, objectives, or policy and/or influencing decision makers/policymakers. + Experience supporting and advising teams; coordinate training and staff development; meeting facilitation. **Preferred Qualifications** + Advanced communication (written and verbal) skills. + Cultural knowledge from lived experience and/or education on BIPOC experiences. + Strong project management and organizational skills. + Proven ability to multitask and prioritize work efficiently and effectively. + Respect and passion for Diversity and Inclusion. + Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external entities. + Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. **Additional Requirements** REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.