Executive Officer, Equity & Race (Equitable Initiatives)

The Executive Officer, Equity & Race (Equitable Initiatives) provides direct assistance to the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Leadership Team to oversee and implement the Agency's equity platform. The role involves designing innovative initiatives to improve access to opportunity for vulnerable populations and ensuring Metro's projects and services deliver meaningful benefits to diverse communities.

Duties:
Oversee and coordinate the equity platform portfolio across all Metro Departments.
Engage underserved communities impacted by Metro policies and programs.
Develop, convene, and support a new Equity Advisory Commission.
Recommend equity-based education/training for staff, stakeholders, and the Board.
Serve as the primary liaison with stakeholders, advocates, and government representatives regarding equity issues.
Lead intra-agency coordination and provide regular reports to the Board on equity platform implementation.

Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Social Anthropology, Ethnic Studies, Social Work, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, or a related field.
Experience: Eight years of senior management-level experience in racial justice and anti-poverty work, specifically focusing on organizational cultures of inclusivity, equity, and diversity.
Knowledge/Skills: Proficiency in racial/socio-economic equity strategies, program management, organizational development, strategic thinking, and the ability to facilitate diverse stakeholder groups and handle highly confidential information.

Minimum Qualifications: A combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge/skills. Eight years of senior management experience in relevant fields is required; education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for experience.