ORGANIZATIONAL EQUITY COORDINATOR

The City of Lawrence seeks a detailoriented and collaborative Organizational Equity Coordinator to support citywide equity Schedule & Location: This is a 32 hour per week salaried position that works primarily remotely. The position requires regular in-person availability in Lawrence including periodic on-site work at City Hall or other City locations generally on a weekly basis or as operational needs to the Director of Equity & Inclusion this position supports the Citys efforts to advance equitable and inclusive services programs and community engagement. The Coordinator works collaboratively across City departments and with community partners to support organizational equity initiatives and strengthen relationships with diverse communities. The position also provides administrative analytical and project coordination support to the Equity & Inclusion : Serves as a liaison between City departments key community partners and underrepresented communities to support the equitable delivery of City and community services. Provides guidance and leadership on diversity equity and inclusion initiatives including identifying structural barriers evaluating policies and practices and developing strategies to improve service delivery. Facilitates conversations training and community engagement efforts that promote inclusion and reduce barriers to participation for culturally and economically diverse communities. Researches best practices prepares reports on equity initiatives and serves as a liaison to the LGBTQ community. Responds to resident questions and service requests in a timely courteous and equitable : Bachelors degree in Public Administration Communications Sociology Social Work Education Organizational Development Ethnic Studies Diversity Management or a related field and two years of related experience in organizational development training community engagement or diversity equity and inclusion. Relevant paid or volunteer experience working with diverse or underrepresented communities is preferred. An equivalent combination of education training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities may be include a cover letter with your resume and 3 referencesThe successful candidate must pass a background check post-offer physical and drug Information:Benefits are prorated based on part-time Insurance: Various coverage levels available; FREE WellCare Clinic through LMH; other wellness benefits/perksCaregiver Leave: Paid caregiver leavePaid Time Off: Vacation and sick leave accruals; personal leave; paid holidaysRetirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)