East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) is seeking a seasoned Senior Human Resources Analyst (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion [DEI]) for the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Culture (ODEC). ODEC is comprised of the offices of Contract Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DIO), and Employee and Organizational Development (EOD). Under ODEC, the position is responsible for the implementation of action items from EBMUD’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan (DEISP). This includes working cross-functionally across all ODEC offices and with various departments and stakeholders across EBMUD.
Under the direction of the Special Assistant to the General Manager for ODEC the individual selected will assist with the implementation of the DEISP action plan; monitor, revise and recommend updates as necessary; lead and monitor pilot project teams, develop and implement DEI-related training and workshops, and effectively communicate program status and outcomes to internal stakeholders.
Typical duties include:
• Developing, administering, and monitoring EBMUD’s DEISP action items following DEI innovations and/or best practices.
• Creating DEI communication plans to ensure program outcomes and updates for all staff.
• Identifying critical systemic issues and collaborating with stakeholders to develop equity solutions.
• Leading and monitoring equity project teams to ensure movement and progress.
• Providing consultation to department managers and work groups to address DEI initiatives and action items (particularly in the areas of Recruitment & Classification, Workforce Development, and Employee and Organizational Development).
• Developing and presenting DEI-related training, forums, and workshops as needed.
• Interpreting and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and, if applicable, state and federal laws, related to the administration of EBMUD’s DEI Strategy and initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Experience in facilitating organizational change projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DEI practices and strategies/programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with principles and practices of creating inclusive environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing inclusive leadership principles and practices as applied to management and supervision, and leadership development.
• Ability to manage multiple competing interests with diplomacy and tact; be experienced in guiding conflict resolution; work collaboratively and effectively with employees at all levels of the organization; and be able to respond to changing demands with flexibility and innovation.
• Ability to direct and review the work of others; write and speak effectively; prepare effective correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships, confidence and trust of EBMUD’s managers, supervisors, employees and the public.
In addition to the KSAs listed above, the ideal candidate will have:
• An advanced degree in a closely related field.
• Experience working for a public employer, a civil service agency and/or in a union environment.
• Working knowledge of statistical research methods; common occupational fields and their requirements; and common classification study methods.
• Experience developing and delivering training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in addressing sensitive, confidential issues.
The annual salary is $129,000 up to $195,660. Initial placement within the range is based upon qualifications. Appointment is typically made at or below the control point ($167,700 per year).
EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.
1. Completion of four years of college resulting in graduation or its equivalent.
2. Three years of increasingly responsible professional human resources experience in one or more of the following areas as required by the position assignment: human resource selection and employment testing, recruitment, including outreach, position classification, affirmative action, including administration and/or creation of workforce development programs, and equal employment opportunity programs, benefits administration, public retirement system administration, employee relations, employee development.
3. Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including sufficient physical mobility to visit a variety of work sites and sufficient strength to lift and carry boxes of personnel materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
4. Must be willing to work during evening or weekend hours and work overtime as needed.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.
1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, July 5, 2024. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.
2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to the next step in the process.
3. Depending on the number of qualified applications received, there may a written work sample and panel interview or some additional test step.
4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.
5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.
6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.
