Job Summary
Under direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion is responsible for developing, overseeing, and implementing a comprehensive equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) plan that aligns with the District’s strategic objectives and goals. This position will develop and implement equity initiatives and strategies to attract, hire, and maintain a diverse workplace and promote a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse school community for all stakeholders. The Director of Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion will develop, implement, and monitor programs that promote EDI within the organization. This position will be responsible for developing professional development and other initiatives to create and foster an equitable and inclusive environment for all students, staff, and families.
Essential Job Functions
· Provides leadership, training, consultation, and support to administrators, teachers, and school-based leadership teams focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
· Supports District and School Leaders in creating more equitable services, practices, and policies.
· Reviews current practices and policies, assessing and analyzing the extent to which they support or hinder the organizations’ equity goals.
· Assists in monitoring the process to ensure compliance and adherence to district procedures, state guidelines, and federal regulations.
· Coordinates professional development activities for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
· Attends professional development.
· Coordinates staff and student affinity groups to support a more inclusive environment.
· Serves as a resource to other district staff and committees regarding equitable access and opportunities for all students.
· Maintains a collection of resources and information to share with staff, families, and community members.
· Provides leadership and consultation to various district committees and local organizations.
· Assists Human Resources to develop programs to attract, retain, and promote a diverse workforce.
· Oversees Title IX compliance and complaints
Ancillary Job Functions
· Stays current in the field through professional reading, seminars, workshops, and conventions.
· Participates in district and school meetings as needed.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
· Maintains knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion related issues, legislation, and best practices.
Seeks funding from other sources through active grant writing.