Job Abstract

GEICO is seeking two DEI Business Partners to lead our Employee Engagement/ERG and Operations teams efforts! DEI Business Partners serve as links between company DEI strategy, business functions, and partnerships outside of the business. These roles focus on the integration of DEI principles into day-to-day operations, fostering equity and inclusion, and driving engagement across the organization. Each business partner oversees a portfolio of responsibilities determined by the overarching and continually evolving DEI Strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage project management and change management skills in the execution of various programs (e.g. Employee Resource Groups, Social Impact & Philanthropy, Supplier Diversity, HR & People Strategy, etc).
• Serve as the connector between the business and DEI; must have solid communication and influence skills to encourage buy-in from leadership.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand DEI needs and priorities within their respective units.
• Provide guidance in the creation and implementation of DEI strategies and best practices within the organization.
• Serve as subject matter experts to problem solve on DEI policies, procedures, and standards; this requires an appetite for emerging trends, current events, and relevant research.
• Monitor and analyze DEI metrics and data to track progress, identify themes, and inform decision making.
• Conduct systematic equity and inclusion audits across the business and foster a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Support the development and execution of communications initiatives and regular reporting to promote awareness of impact.
• Act as a coach, resource, and advocate for DEI topics across the business, influence decision makers, and build their DEI acumen.
• Serve as a member of the DEI Leadership Team, contribute to overall vision and strategy, align efforts with business priorities.
• Collaborate with external partners and peers across the industry through events and conferences to share best practices for advancing DEI.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of successful track record managing organizational diversity initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 3-5 years of demonstrative experience in providing strategy and thought leadership within areas of workplace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Culture.
• Data-driven decision maker with excellent communication, program management and organizational skills, with an attention to detail.
• Ability to network, engage, and work collaboratively in a variety of ways and with a broad range of stakeholders within the organization.
• Demonstrated effectiveness managing diverse stakeholders including but not limited to Executives, ERG members, external vendors and consultants.

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Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.