Director of Equity and Engagement San Leandro, CA

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: San Leandro
Posted on: March 1, 2025

Job Description:

POSITION: Director of Equity and EngagementSALARY: $4,382.78 - $6,475.37 Biweekly / $113,952.28 - $168,359.62 AnnualREPORTS: Executive DirectorThe Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) is one of 21 Regional Centers that are community-based, private non-profit corporations under contract with the California Department of Developmental Services. RCEB provides intake, assessment, diagnosis, and coordinates community-based services for over 25,000 children and adults with developmental disabilities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.RCEB envisions a future where persons with developmental disabilities are truly a part of the community. Persons with developmental disabilities receive supports and services they need to succeed. The supports and services change as the need changes.In our dream, children with developmental disabilities live with families in typical communities. Many choose to attend their neighborhood schools and play with neighborhood friends. Adults with developmental disabilities live in the residence of their choice - with family members, with friends, or with their spouse/significant other. They engage in activities of their choice - work, volunteering, education, training, or leisure. They have meaningful relationships with friends and coworkers and are seen as valuable, contributing members of their communities.ROLE DESCRIPTIONThe Equity and Community Engagement Officer provides visionary leadership and strategic direction to identify and advance equity initiatives across the Regional Center of the East Bay. This position will oversee the development, implementation, advancement, and evaluation of equity-focused policies, initiatives, and programmatic activities. This position will drive change management and program design, ensuring a balance in meeting community needs despite rapid system changes.This position will serve as a member of the Senior Management Team to develop, support, and implement policies that build diversity, equity, access, and inclusion principles that are aligned with the organizational mission, vision, and values. This position will also assist in the development and monitoring of the performance contract with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and the Language Access and Cultural Competency initiatives of the organization.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Integrate equity into organizational operations, policies, practices, and systems impacting workforce efforts.
• Serve as the equity expert on RCEB purchase of services, demographics, outcomes, and culturally competent, person-centered engagement strategies.
• Lead initiatives to assess and improve available information and services for those relying on services provided by the organization.
• Deliver comprehensive, high caliber reports and material for use by employees, clients and families, Board of Directors, and other community partners.
• Provide expertise through speaking, teaching, and consulting on systemic inequities, including racism, legal barriers, and poverty, to drive informed decision-making and equitable policies.
• Lead cross-departmental coordination and integration of equity strategies to ensure inclusive policies, programs, and practices.
• Oversee the Language Access and Cultural Competency team, the initiatives of the organization and budget in excess of $1 million dollars.
• Take a lead role in the developing, implementing, and monitoring the performance contract with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to ensure alignment with equity goals and compliance requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES:
  • Deep expertise in principles and best practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in both workplace and community settings.
  • Extensive experience implementing equity programs, principles of change management, and best practices for community engagement and training.
  • High level of sensitivity, judgment, and discernment in handling complex, specialized proposals with competing priorities.
  • Previous experience overseeing budgets, managing program budget expectations and, where required, implementing financial controls.
  • Experience using data and performance metrics to measure programs, projects, and initiatives at both organizational and departmental levels.
  • Communicates effectively with a variety of audiences through various mediums, including written reports, presentations, and open-discussion settings.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving results and achieving objectives.
  • Ability to pivot and maintain professionalism.
  • Be solution-oriented.EDUCATION:
    • Bachelor's degree and 7 years of related work experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, with a focus on strategy development, implementation, and management.
    • Master's degree with 5 years of related work experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, with a focus on strategy development, implementation, and management.
    • Experience should include two (2) years of work in the field of developmental disabilities and/or similar setting.
    • Previous management experience required, to include team-building, leadership development, and performance management.
    • Experience working in a multi-cultural environment a plus.
    • Ability to communicate in languages other than English a plus.
    • Automobile and valid driver's license required.BENEFITS:At the Regional Center of the East Bay, we offer a full spectrum of competitive benefits including:
      • 3 weeks paid vacation + 12 sick days
      • 13 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays
      • Multiple options for medical care (including Kaiser at 100% employer paid for employee)
      • Dental and vision plans
      • CalPERs Retirement (pension)
      • Student Loan Forgiveness*
      • Work at Home schedules, if applicable
      • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health care*The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is a federal program that forgives student loan debt for nonprofit employees after 120 qualifying payments. Employees who work at least 30 hours per week for a governmental, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, or other qualifying nonprofit organization may apply to have the balance of their student loans forgiven (tax free) after making 120 monthly payments.Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) does not discriminate against job applicants on account of race, color, creed or religion, national origin including language use restrictions, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition or HIV/AIDS status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or ancestry.Apply for this job
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