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Req #: 241189

Department: SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Job Location Detail: The position is able to be primarily remote; however, there are onsite required meetings and events associated with this position. When directly on site, we have shared co-working spaces available, and this is encouraged!

Posting Date: 12/03/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $5,000 - $6,500 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf)

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

Become a Workforce Engagement - Equity Specialist and make a lasting impact! As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. You'll develop and implement strategies to promote equity, inclusion, and belonging, manage affinity groups, organize cultural celebrations, and lead initiatives to create community amongst the UW Medicine workforce. You love connecting with people and forging new relationships. Creating opportunities for connection is the heart of what you do.

If you're passionate about creating a positive and welcoming environment for all employees, and have a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This position will report to the Director of Strategy & Operations in the Office of Healthcare Equity.

This position and the Office of Healthcare Equity serve broadly across multiple hospitals, clinics, research labs, and academic departments. Audiences across UW Medicine and the Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho (WWAMI) region are generally decentralized, creating varied groups and needs across the system. For example, each major clinical site, and each of the departments within the School of Medicine, all have their own independent “leads” for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). In addition, the workforce includes very different types of roles and positions, such as union represented staff members, professional staff, residents, post-doctoral students, faculty members, leadership roles, and more.

At UW Medicine, we believe that healthcare is a fundamental human right and everyone should have the same access and opportunities for the best possible outcomes. This belief is very clearly tied to our mission to improve the health of the public. However, it’s important to acknowledge that institutional and structural racism has created inequities in society that result in health disparities. We are committed to transforming the way care is provided to eliminate these inequities. Healthcare equity isn’t owned by one department or leader – everyone shares responsibility. We can all take action in our own spheres of influence and in the work we control.

Research shows that members of marginalized groups – including women, LGBTQ+ identified people, Black, Indigenous, and people of color tend to apply to jobs only if they meet every single requirement listed. At UW Medicine, we want the best candidates for the job, and those candidates may have different forms of experience than the qualifications listed. If you are passionate about uniting, empowering, and celebrating diverse communities for all and breaking down barriers for equity, we encourage you to apply. UW Medicine seeks leaders who represent our diverse workforce and the communities that we serve.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Workforce Community Building and Engagement 50%:

• Foster a sense of belonging: Cultivate a welcoming and inclusive environment through initiatives like affinity groups, cultural celebrations, and employee recognition programs.

• Support affinity groups: Oversee and mentor affinity group facilitators, ensuring they have the resources and training needed to create supportive spaces for employees.

• Develop new affinity groups: Identify emerging needs within the employee population and facilitate the creation of new affinity groups to address them.

• Lead cultural celebrations: Collaborate with diverse groups to plan and execute meaningful cultural celebrations that reflect the rich tapestry of our workforce.

• Support existing programs: Collaborate and lead existing efforts that are designed to create community across UW Medicine.

• Partner with the community: Collaborate with the Office of Healthcare Equity Community Engagement team to connect employees with community resources and initiatives.

• Build a community of EDI leaders: Create and support networks for EDI leaders and interested parties to share knowledge and best practices.

• Seek opportunities to build and create partnerships: Work across the complex and diverse system that is UW Medicine, inclusive of our many hospital sites, clinical sites, research facilities, the School of Medicine, and other schools across UW.Communications 30%:

• Develop internal communication strategies: Partner with the strategic marketing and communications team to create effective internal communications that promote equity initiatives.

• Share insights and ideas: Regularly consult with the strategic marketing and communications team to discuss current work, findings, and content opportunities.

• Create engaging content: Develop compelling content, such as articles, newsletters, and social media posts, to raise awareness of equity-related issues.

• Foster collaboration: Work effectively with team members and groups to build support for equity initiatives.

• Maintain a dynamic website: Ensure the website is informative, engaging, and relevant to the community.

• Collaborate with the Office of Healthcare Equity: Partner with the Office of Healthcare Equity team to understand their offerings and integrate them into communication strategies.Event Management 20%:

• Organize EDI events: Host workshops, conferences, and networking opportunities focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• Conceptualize and plan events: Identify event goals, develop themes, and create detailed timelines.

• Manage budgets and resources: Secure funding, allocate resources, and negotiate with vendors.

• Coordinate logistics: Select appropriate venues, arrange transportation, and manage on-site logistics.

• Promote events: Develop marketing materials and promote events through various channels.

• Execute events: Oversee event setup, manage staff and volunteers, and address any issues that arise.

• Evaluate events: Gather feedback, analyze event performance, and identify areas for improvement.

• Collaborate with partners: Work closely with the Strategic Marketing and Communications team and the Office of Healthcare Equity to support shared events. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business administration, human resources management, or other field; Equivalent experience may substitute for degree requirement.

• Two years of relevant experience. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy that enable relationship building.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience in coordinating meetings and events. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with process improvement.

• Experience in addressing issues of workplace conflict involving equity, diversity and inclusion.

• Experience working in a healthcare system.

• Experience in program development. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.