Exempt; full time; 40 hours per week; Monday–Friday; varied schedule during the business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with frequent variable hours including evening and weekends; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies; full-benefitsWe’re seeking an Equity and Inclusion Coordinator to support key initiatives within the Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) and help drive the work of two County Commissions—the Equity and Inclusion Commission and the Immigrant Affairs Commission.
In this role, you’ll build strong internal and external partnerships that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across County government and the broader community. You will lead the development and implementation of equity-focused programs, manage communications and outreach efforts, and provide strategic guidance on inclusive practices.
This position also supervises interns and staff and works under the direction of the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer (CEIO). If you're passionate about creating meaningful, community-centered impact, this is a great opportunity to make a difference.
: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.
For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
- Work with the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer (CEIO) to formalize and implement DEIB strategic goals and activities
- Plan, coordinate, direct and implement activities which improve access to County services, resources and opportunities for the advancement of diverse constituents
- Assist the leadership of each Commission supported by the OEI
- Work with the Administrative Coordinator of Boards and Commissions to conduct recruitment and appointment process of new commissions members; develop and conduct orientation and training sessions for Commission members
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Equity and Inclusion Commission, Commissions for Women, and the Immigrant Affairs Commission
- Organize and manage the marketing, development, and execution of employee resource groups
- Provide leadership in developing, organizing, and advancing DEIB initiatives, under the direction of the Officer CEIO
- Assist the CEIO in organizing and preparing information and materials for meetings and projects
- Participate incoalition-building activities that address the needs and interests of diverse populations of employees and constituents
- Develop and deliver educational programs that elevate the cultural competencies of Frederick County Government employees and the general
- Develop and produce analytical reports as requested by CEIO
- Monitor OEI performance measures by tracking and analyzing the effectiveness of strategies and programs against metrics; use data to make recommendations on goals and objectives
- Research and gather information on best practices and emerging trends that assist in analyzing and assessing the County’s DEIB policies, procedures and programs
- Manage special projects assigned by the CEIO
- Identify civic and social engagement opportunities that support established goals
- Utilize social media to communicate information provided by the CEIO
- Research and monitor trends at county, state and national levels that impact diverse constituents; identify trends and best practices to increase diversity in the workplace
- Engage with the Communications Office, under the supervision of the CEIO, in managing the content of the DEIB webpage and intranet page
- Represent the CE’s office and OEI at various county events; speak to various public and private groups on issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
- Handle constituent inquiries
- Assist with the development of each Commission’s annual report
- Develop, as necessary, additional resources for commission related activities
- Attend meetings, trainings and other OEI and Commission events
- Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. - Bachelor’s degree regionally accredited college or university
- Minimum 2 years of human/civil rights and/or equity and inclusion work experience
- Possession of a valid driver's license
A combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions and job responsibilities of this position may be considered as a substitution for the above-listed required education and experience. Additional required or preferred qualifications may apply based on operational needs, as approved by Human Resources.KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:- Knowledge of current diversity, equity, and inclusion dynamics
- Advanced knowledge of social media platforms to include Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and various others
- Excellent business writing skills preparing narrative and statistical reports
- Advanced spoken (English) communications skills, with the ability to effectively mediate and conciliate complaints
- Knowledge in Canva/digital design
- Advanced ability to utilize social media platforms to include Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and various others
- Ability to prepare and deliver effective, informative presentations for small and large groups concerning matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Ability to effectively organize and manage office functions including preparation and maintenance of statistical data and reports; etc.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public and private agencies, members of the media, and the general public
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment in alignment with the County’s and OEI’s mission, values, and strategic goals
- Ability to support and guide commissions in their purpose and ongoing work
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:- Experience managing communication and correspondence with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience designing and delivering DEIBA+ programs, including facilitating training sessions, workshops, or presentations that enhance cultural competency and inclusive practices
- Experience supporting or implementing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives or programs within an organization or community setting
- Secondary written and spoken language skills (Spanish, ASL or other)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:- While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit
- While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; and rarely work outdoors and walk on uneven ground
- Ability to provide own transportation to other locations, as needed
- Available for varied working hours to include nights and weekends as needed to accommodate meetings and other commitments
- Requires the ability to arrange and complete travel to various sites (using a car or other reliable transportation)
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews