/Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received. / To apply, follow the link belowto the Attorney General’s Office direct application page.* * https://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASP/ / Deputy Chief of Organizational Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Executive Bureau The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) seeks a highly motivated individual to work closely with the Chief of Organizational Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) to provide critical guidance and leadership on matters related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice. The Deputy Chief will: (1) Provide leadership and innovative ideas that address systemic challenges related to gaps in cultural competency and empathetic allyship; (2) In collaboration with the Chief of Organizational Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, work to support and further a respectful and inclusive work environment for employees within the Attorney General’s Office; and (3) Develop and implement strategies to collect and use DEI analytics, combat implicit bias, and increase cross-cultural communications and engagement. Primary Duties: Duties of the Deputy Chief of Organizational Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion include but are not limited to the following: · Align DEI initiatives and outcomes with the vision of the Attorney General’s Office through strategic planning, careful execution, and communications about the DEI Team’s work; · Develop training and programming opportunities (leveraging internal and external partnerships) to advance best practices through a DEI lens that support inclusion, allyship, retention, diversity talent pipeline-building, and cultural competency in a legal workplace; · Develop and implement comprehensive DEI strategies and action plans that align with our agency’s values and goals; · Collaborate with HR, leadership, and various teams across the AGO to integrate DEI principles into recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and career development processes; · Act as a liaison with external organizations and communities to enhance partnerships and drive meaningful DEI initiatives in our broader community; · Conceptualize and help to manage special projects and work assignments of the Chief of ODEI; · Stay informed about industry best practices, trends, and legal requirements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, incorporating them into the AGO’s policies and practices._ _Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt Salary: $99,000 - $106,000 _To apply for this position_: *Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at: https://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASPand apply directly. *Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is June 5, 2024. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041. Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office. __ Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to: Shealenn Nash, Executive Assistant Executive Bureau (617) 963-2511 Position Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree preferred; · Eight-plus years of experience developing and managing diversity programs preferred, including equity, inclusion, and racial justice; · Program management experience required; · Senior-level leadership skills and prior management experience required; · Experience in creating broad outreach strategies for building inclusive talent pipelines required; · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including oral presentation skills; · Demonstrated organization skills with a strong attention to detail; · Excellent cultural humility skills and training; · Demonstrated ability to facilitate advice and support, effectively and productively, to a broad base of attorneys and staff to develop solutions and manage change; · Demonstrated ability to build both formal and informal professional networks (e.g., ERGs); · Ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast-past environment; · Self-starter with proven ability to work independently and as part of a team; · A valid driver’s license, as travel across the State is required; · The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. /The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions./ Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option. Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General’s Office. You must apply directly at: *www.mass.gov/ago/employment.* Job: Unclassified* *Organization: Office of the Attorney General *Title: *DEPUTY CHIEF OF ORGANIZATIONAL DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION Location: Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place Requisition ID: 240005HB