Position Title: DEI Strategist
How to apply
To apply please complete the application on Indeed.
About Tangible Development
Diverse teams. Inclusive strategies. Tangible results.
You belong here. Tangible Development is a rapidly growing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consulting firm. Our clients include for-profit companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies (e.g., finance, tech, arts organizations, and schools/universities). Tangible Development lives our DEI mission and is proud to have a dynamic team of folx from diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Work Location
Tangible Development is headquartered in Albany, New York with team members who work remotely throughout the US. This role will spend most of the time working remotely with some travel to facilitate in-person meetings and training, as projects require. Travel to the Albany area may be frequent at times.
Position
Tangible Development is looking for a talented DEI practitioner to guide clients through DEI organizational change. As a member of the Service Delivery Team, the DEI Strategist leads clients through multi-phased projects that include climate assessments, DEI strategic planning and implementation, and training. Our DEI Strategists are instrumental in executing Tangible Development’s creative, innovative, and industry-forward ideas and research that put us on the cutting edge of equity and inclusion work.
We encourage people who hold historically marginalized identities to apply.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has an understanding of organizational change that addresses systemic inequities, implicit bias, cultural safety, identity awareness, navigating conflict, racial justice, and power dynamics through an intersectional lens.
- Experience leading/guiding teams
- Content knowledge expertise in DEI concepts, theories, and historical context
- Training and group facilitation skills with DEI content, including: implicit bias, power dynamics, systemic oppression
- Ability to develop DEI training curriculum content
- Ability to manage multiple deadline-driven projects with short-term (less than a year) and long- term (more than a year) timelines
- Ability to synthesize organizational culture and climate assessment data into a summary report and propose customized recommendations
- Demonstrated cross-cultural competencies, including strong emotional intelligence and the ability to engage and build relationships
- Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization and work effectively with clients, senior leadership teams, and others across various types of organizations
- Ability to organize and prioritize work in dynamic and complex environments to meet deadlines and daily requirements
- Strong time management skills
- Administrative and programmatic experience including strategic planning, developing a task force or project team when necessary, and experience working within a budget
- Demonstrated ability to research, identify, and collaboratively implement best practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice
- Administrative skills in Google Drive or Microsoft Office, slide deck or PowerPoint editing, word processing or typing, and proven ability to use computer software programs to stay organized
Minimum Education or Experience
Minimum 7 years direct experience with DEI strategy, leadership development, curriculum development,
research, and group facilitation experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree in cultural studies, ethnic studies, social services, sociology, psychology, organizational
development, behavioral sciences, business, or human resources-related fields, and a preferred
minimum 5 years experience working in DEI-specific work
OR
Master’s degree in related fields and minimum 3 years of direct DEI experience
Supervisory Responsibilities
Currently, this position has no supervisory responsibilities. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations & Innovation.
Regular Work House
Tangible Development has team members and clients in different time zones. Most of our work takes place from 8:00am-4:30pm ET Monday through Friday. Some nighttime or early morning work will be required to meet client needs.
Work Location
Tangible Development works on a hybrid model with a blend of online and in-person services. Travel to the Capital Region will vary and may be frequent at times.
Relocation package negotiable. Please use contact information details below with any questions regarding relocation inquiries.
EEO Statement
Tangible Development lives our mission and is proud to have a diverse team. People from marginalized populations are highly encouraged to apply.
Tangible Development complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
Benefits
Available Immediately:
TDCares – $550/monthly toward a healthcare benefits package to be offered on the first day of employment. Offer only available if signing up for a healthcare plan through Tangible Development
After 60 days:
- TD2GivesBack – receive 8 hours of paid time every six months to use toward community service and giving back in a way that aligns with our values
- TDTalk20 – $20 monthly towards your cell phone bill
- TDTalent500- $500 annually toward professional development aligning with your role at Tangible Development
- TDTimeOff – 120 hours or 15 days of personal time off (renewed on hire date)
- TDSupports – 40 hours of sick time off (renewed on hire date)
- TDFT – 4 floating holidays annually and 3 paid holidays (MLK, Indigenous Peoples Day, and Juneteenth – offices closed).
- Tangible Development offers a flexible holiday schedule to allow for staff to celebrate holidays that align with their culture and beliefs.
- TDBonus – based on the financial success of TD annually bonuses will be determined
- TDKeepsUP – Cost of Living increases are given to all on their annual hire date, % based on the financial projections for the year
- TDInvests – 401K
Employment Eligibility
Tangible Development does not offer work visas
Salary
$82,500 – $88,000 annually
Job Type
Full-time
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].