Director of Equity Initiatives
This position supports the execution of DEI initiatives and grants, ensuring compliance, budget oversight, and program development. It involves collaborating with stakeholders, providing technical support, compiling reports, and representing the agency in key meetings, all while contributing to the sustainability and impact of DEI efforts across the organization.
Performance - Regular Assignments:
Grant and Program Management:
- Ensure compliance with reporting standards and grant agreements, facilitate Intergovernmental Agreements, and provide technical support for the Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI).
- Offer support and guidance for various DEI-related grants and programs, contributing to the successful execution of diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Facilitate the submission of equity plans from colleges, including analysis, feedback, presentations, and reporting to support continuous improvement.
Reporting and Representation:
- Compile comprehensive reports on DEI initiatives for submission to the Governor’s Office.
- Represent ICCB at conferences for the WEI and in meetings related to DEI to ensure effective communication and alignment with state-level priorities.
Collaboration and Fiscal Oversight:
- Collaborate with ICCB fiscal staff to oversee budget amendments, ensuring financial resources align with DEI goals.
- Work with the agency's DEI committee to support initiatives and professional development that fosters continuous learning.
Strategic Planning and Proposal Development:
- Play a key role in crafting proposals for DEI initiatives within the agency and externally.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and execution of agency-wide DEI initiatives, fostering an inclusive environment.
General:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field
- A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)
Additional Desirable Qualifications
- DEI related professional memberships and/or certifications is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
- Experience and ability to work with outside providers, vendors, or associates. This includes advising and training skills.
- Grant Management experience
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Prior work with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
How to Apply:
Please read application instructions carefully as incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications submitted via Indeed without a completed ICCB application will not be considered.
Applicants should submit a an ICCB application, a current resume and a cover letter stating how their background, experience, and education have served as preparation for this position. Visit online for ICCB application at www.iccb.org
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The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
The ICCB conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.
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About us
The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is the state coordinating organization for the Illinois Community College System—the third largest in the country and the leading public workforce development trainer in the state. The ICCB has statutory responsibility for administering state and federal grants to community college districts and adult education providers and managing high school equivalency testing for Illinois. The ICCB is assisted by an executive director and staff of approximately 50 located in Springfield, Chicago, and East St. Louis.
Illinois community colleges serve over 600,000 residents each year in credit, noncredit, and continuing education courses. Illinois is home to 48 colleges in 39 community college districts that provide high-quality, accessible, cost-effective educational opportunities to the entire state.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $64,625.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Grant Management: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Illinois: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person