Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt.1)

Position Overview

Office: Administrative Affairs
Bureau: Human Resources
Division: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is seeking a highly motivated professional to serve as the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Manager within the Bureau of Human Resources This position leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives; supports inclusive recruitment strategies; and provides expert guidance to IDPH programs on culturally competent practices that strengthen services to diverse and underserved communities. The role manages internal DEI programs, represents the agency at meetings and outreach events, supervises assigned staff, coordinates legislative and policy activity related to diversity efforts, and serves as a key resource in advancing policies and strategies that promote an inclusive workplace.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Subject to management approval, performs a full range of highly responsible administrative functions as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager of the Bureau of Human Resources.
• Supports the recruitment team by enhancing Public Health’s inclusiveness by attracting candidates who represent a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and talents.
• Provides guidance, consultation, and assistance to offices, bureaus and programs agency-wide regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Assists other committees across IDPH as needed.
• Plans and executes internal IDPH diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Coordinates the Division’s legislative program.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience leading a public or private organization related to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Three (3) years of experience determining diversity and inclusion recruitment strategies to appeal to diverse applicants
• Two (2) years of experience analyzing administrative programs and developing effective courses of action related to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Four (4) years of experience developing, implementing, or interpreting operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with various professionals, government agencies, educational institutions and other agencies and organizations.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. 
• Require appropriate, valid and current driver's license. 
• Requires the ability to engage with Business Enterprise Program (BEP) contractors and subcontractors to support the goals of BEP and the Fair Contracting Task Force.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. 

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $1.8 Billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,400 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.