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Senior Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Employer
Sparks Group
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Closing date
Mar 16, 2021

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Industry
Other
Function
Human Resources
Hours
Full Time
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Job Summary/Company:

Sparks Group has parted together with a Non-Profit Organization that is seeking a Senior Director, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for the Human Resources department. In this position your primary role is the development and implementation of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy that promotes a culture of inclusivity and belonging. You will lead a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists in designing and implementing strategies to attract top talent. Create strong relationships with both internal business partners and external organizations and lead the team to deliver on our talent strategy while staying current on market trends and innovative recruiting techniques.

You will be responsible for:
  • Developing a strategy using expert knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion research, theory, and practice;
  • Leading and supporting activities including policies and programs related to recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, training, and outreach;
  • Working collaboratively with senior leadership to ensure the company's DEI strategy is aligned with key organizational priorities and serves as a trusted resource for advice and counsel on matters pertaining to the company culture of inclusivity;
  • Overseeing, analyzing, and monitoring the effectiveness of recruitment activities. Ensuring operational excellence and implementing policies, procedures, and technology solutions for improved efficiency, effectiveness with a customer/candidate centric focus;
  • Partnering with business leaders and external organizations to develop strategies, programs, and initiatives that support the development of diverse talent pipelines;
  • Managing, coaching, and developing the Talent Acquisition team while motivating them to meet and exceed established metrics and goals;
  • Developing and fostering our employment brand. Partnering with the Marketing and Communications teams to create innovative and high-impact brand with a focus on all digital channels and recruiting materials. Championing the candidate experience, continuously improving the candidate journey from prospect to hire;



Qualifications and Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or other relevant field, or equivalent work experience required;
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated DEI expertise in creating diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace cultures;
  • A minimum of three (3) years of progressive recruiting experience required;
  • Management experience in a related field, which has included management and leadership responsibilities for staff, strategy development and execution, and fiscal and budget accountabilities;
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred;
  • The ability to analyze and manage problems, and effectively provide solutions, using data-driven decision-making skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously;
  • A strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence, demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to breakdown complex issues into easy-to-understand messages;
  • The ability to lead and guide staff to meet department and organizational goals. Strong knowledge of staff management practices. Flexible, willing to learn, and anticipates the needs of self and staff;
  • The ability to adapt approaches to changing situations;
  • The ability to build/foster relationships by reinforcing trust and respect, and demonstrating high standards of tact, diplomacy, and discretion;
  • Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software (Word, Excel), presentation software (PowerPoint) and familiarity with applicant tracking software;
  • The ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.

Qualified candidates should send their resume AND call Sparks Group for additional details. Please note, resume must include a valid email address in order to be considered. We look forward to discussing your background, your current job search, and your potential career path with Sparks Group!

Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.

Company

Bringing the Best People and the Best Companies Together Since 1970.

Sparks Group (formerly SPARKS, Sparks IT Solutions, and Sparks Personnel) is the Washington DC Area's leading temporary staffing and full-time recruiting services provider. Whether you are seeking your next opportunity or looking to add talent, Sparks Group is the ideal partner for you! Each of our four divisions (Sparks Office, Sparks Accounting & Finance, Sparks IT, and Sparks Creative) specializes in placing professionals in temporary/contract, temporary-to-full-time, and full-time roles across a diverse array of staffing categories, positions and levels including: office/administrative, customer service, human resources and talent acquisition, legal support, government and cleared personnel, mortgage/banking, accounting and finance, contracts and procurement, information technology and creative/marketing.

Sparks Group brings over four decades of experience placing professionals in challenging and rewarding positions at many of the area’s most prestigious organizations. Our primary focus is presenting opportunities that match each candidate’s skill-sets, experience levels, career objectives, and growth needs. Sparks Group has regularly ranked as one of the top US staffing and recruiting firms having been named to Inavero’s Best of Staffing Lists® for Client and Employee Satisfaction (2012-2017). Additionally, Sparks Group is proud to have been recently selected for other awards Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2017 Best Staffing Firms to Work For, Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work (2017), the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces® List (2017, 2014), Forbes® Best Professional Recruiting Firms (2017), and the National Capital Business Ethics Award.

Company info
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Telephone
3012792300
Location
700 King Farm Blvd.
Suite 100
 Rockville
MD
20850-5736
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