Posted in Management 30+ days ago.
The Division Chief of Organizational Development and Equity plans, directs, and executes organizational development, racial equity and cultural competence strategies that strengthen individual and organizational performance to achieve Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) and City strategic goals. The Division Chief serves as a member of the department's Leadership Team and provides subject matter, technical and expertise in areas of talent and leadership development, change management, racial equity, and performance management. Incumbent helps managers execute strategic plan initiatives across the Department of Community and Human Services and conducts assessments to identify performance gaps and interventions required to enhance employee and overall organization performance and to advance racial equity.
Work is performed under the administrative supervision of the Director, Department of Community and Human Services. Considerable discretion, independent judgment and an innovative, strengths-based approach is required to carry out job tasks to affect major organizational change initiatives.
The ideal candidate should have demonstrated knowledge of leadership and management principles, adult learning styles, participative training and facilitation, consulting methods, customer service principles, intercultural development practices, program development and management skills; Experience and knowledge in racial equity work focused on work culture, service improvements and outcomes, and community transformation; Ability to navigate and address racial equity and diversity issues effectively on all levels of the organization. Knowledge of theories, concepts and practices of organization and individual performance management as well as knowledge of current trends and best practices; Ability to analyze areas of growth for the department to improve alignment of strategies, policies and management process; Ability to evaluate policies and procedures and make appropriate recommendations for improvement; Demonstrated ability to serve as an internal resource and consultant, working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in a sensitive context often complicated by the presence of competing perspectives or interests; Ability to exercise good judgment and problem solve in sensitive situations; Demonstrated understanding of the elements and dynamics of organizational change; Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/initiatives; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Possess sound analytical and computer literacy skills.
Bachelor's degree and five or more years of relevant experience.
Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Education or related fields and any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Three years of demonstrated experience in diversity, equity, social justice and advancing racial equity as fundamental aspects of excellence and leadership within a complex organization, and an excellent command of current racial equity principles and practices. Three years of demonstrated organizational development work in behavioral health and/or human services settings, or related responsibilities.
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to: FBI/Federal Records Check; VA State Child Abuse/Neglect Registry; Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Database; Verification of education/certifications; Drug screening; and Driver's license.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
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