Sr. Diversity Equity Inclusion Training Specialist (88475BR)

Posted 2025-03-15
Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

University Job Title

Training Specialist II

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Manager; Program Leader (24)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Human Resources

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

221 Whitney Avenue

New Haven, CT 06511

Work Model

Hybrid

Position Focus

Reporting to the Associate Director of Diversity Equity Inclusion Learning & Development, the Sr. Diversity Equity Inclusion Program Training Specialist will develop, design and facilitate diversity equity inclusion and belonging learning and development programs, provide coaching and consultation, and learning and development to support system-wide DEI engagement. The Sr. Diversity Equity and Inclusion Specialist develops, designs and delivers curricula in collaboration with the Organizational Effectiveness and Staff Development, Office of Diversity & Inclusion, Affinity Group Development & Community Engagement, WorkLife, and other diversity units throughout the campus.

Specific Essential Duties

Build, implement, and execute enterprise-wide, scalable, DEI curriculum, staff development, training and learning opportunities, toolkits, and materials that advance DEIB commitment and strategy. Session content will focus on critical diversity, equity inclusion, belonging and social justice topics such as inclusive leadership, communicating across differences, unconscious bias, microaggressions, allyship, sponsorship, critical race theory, ableism, restorative justice, and the history of systemic and institutional racism, its effects and how do we begin to dismantle to recreate an equitable community. Embed adult learning pedagogies that includes interactive engagement and concludes with practical action steps that can be implemented following any training or workshop. Consult with department leadership and other key stakeholders to conduct needs analysis at the individual and team levels to uncover the learning and developmental needs, ensuring that the educational product delivered fits the needs of the group and department. Serve as subject matter advisor to identify and integrate DEI learning and development into business priorities, principles, and operations.

Implement accountability measures and metrics to track, evaluate, and report on the progress of DEI and L&D objectives across functions and countries. Works with individual contributors and people leaders to recommend learning events, learning paths, and talent development interventions based on needs. Create and maintain content that is delivered through a variety of modes and platforms that engage all types of learners and are consistent with adult learning principles; continually review, audit, and update content and materials to integrate best practices that reflect the evolving nature of DEI education. Curriculum will be across multiple platforms, i.e., in-person, e-learning, virtual, hybrid etc. to maximize participation throughout the university workforce. Develop and maintain expert knowledge by researching DEI training best practices and emerging trends.

Essential Duties

Drawing upon direct experience with training strategy, planning and execution: 1. Conduct the training needs analysis. 2. Create Training Plan ? identify the training material inventory and delivery methods. 3. Create training outlines and modules. 4. Produce training materials using Word, PowerPoint, Captivate and other appropriate training technologies and tools. 5. Relate to previous and new method of accomplishing tasks by quickly understanding system vocabulary, business process and content. 6. Using requirements, test cases, and proof of concept information, partner with SME to identify content for training materials. 7. Identify and use the appropriate delivery style for the audiences with varying degrees of knowledge and capabilities. 8. Ensure the learning environment supports the learning needs. 9. Create scenarios for exercise based training. 10. Prepare tests for module review or to assess learner?s knowledge. 11. Prepare the learning environment. 12. Pilot training to project team for feedback and modification of training material and delivery. 13. Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and learning outcomes by creating, delivering and analyzing surveys. 14. Coordinate and deliver support in a variety of venues including, clinics, one-on-on coaching and phone support. 15. Transition project based training to methods to on-going training for new employees. 16. Perform other related duties as required.

Required Education And Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organization Development, or related field and a minimum of four years of related experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1

Demonstrated ability to successfully engage diverse audiences through creative facilitated instructor-led training programs. Excellent communicator, presenter, facilitator, and writer.

Required Skill/Ability 2

Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on research data and findings related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, adult learning, education, and related topics.

Required Skill/Ability 3

Familiarity with WorkDay Learning or other related software for tracking training participants and analyzing or displaying outcomes.

Required Skill/Ability 4

Demonstrated ability and skill in disseminated data derived in participation in and feedback regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion training.

Required Skill/Ability 5

Ability to advise on modifying educational products based on self-created evaluation tools and informal feedback. Program planning and implementation skills.

Preferred Education, Experience And Skills

Bachelor?s degree or certification. Working knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques. Knowledge of academic curricula.

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

Required

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:

https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale?s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual?s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale?s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

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