Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator : New York

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

Based in New York City, NY

Summary:
Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional theater actors and stage managers in the United States, is hiring a Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator to assist in our diversity and inclusion initiatives. Actors’ Equity is a national union affiliated with the AFL-CIO, with 51,000 members – and growing. This position is being created as part of the Equity 2020 vision to create a Union that is more aggressive, more inclusive and more responsive. Diversity and inclusion is a key component of the Equity 2020 vision.

The Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator will be a part of the Diversity and Inclusion department based in Equity’s New York office.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate programming for diversity & inclusion initiatives including special projects and events
• Coordinate meetings with Human Resources regarding Employee Resource Groups
• Assist with diversity training and workshops for staff and members
• Distribute, evaluate and summarize data from surveys as requested
• Conduct research to identify resources for recruiting diverse candidates
• Conduct outreach to build partnerships with regional post-secondary schools to increase diverse recruitment
• Maintain records of surveys, statistical data and research summaries
• Monitor the Diversity and Inclusion email inbox
• Serve as a staff liaison to National EEO Committee
• Collaborate with the Communications department to monitor articles, news reports and social media on diversity & inclusion matters within the theatre industry
• Assist in the preparation of articles, reports and presentations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum of 3-5 years demonstrated success in relevant areas including, human resources, employee relations, diversity & inclusion and community organizing required
• Experience assisting in training sessions preferred
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office required
• Superior writing and editing skills preferred
• Experience in developing and analyzing data in Microsoft Excel a plus
• Demonstrated ability in conducting internet & statistical research required
• Experience with CRM a plus
• Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment required
• Experience working within diverse communities a plus
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion required
• Commitment to the principles and goals of unionism and social justice preferred
• B.A./B.S or equivalent experience preferred
• Interest in theatre a plus

Compensation:

• $50,000.00 annually
• Excellent family health benefits (medical, dental, optical)
• Employer funded defined benefit pension plan
• 401k

Reporting:
Reports to Diversity Director

You can apply at http://actorsequity.org/AboutEquity/Employment.asp
Please submit a cover letter, résumé and writing sample.
Applications without these three elements will not be considered.

Actors’ Equity Association is committed to creating a diverse& inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in the workplace regardless of age, gender and gender identity, race/ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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