Senior Program Manager - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

Overview

The salary for this position is : $7,537 - $10,050 monthly.

This employment opportunity will remain open until filled. The Thurston County Commissioners Office reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible. Initial application review date will be September 19, 2025.

The Thurston County Commissioners Office is looking for a dynamic and driven professional to join our team as the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Senior Program Manager . This role will be responsible for the development, management, and coordination of activities relating to the racial equity of Thurston County.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation and guidance to the County Manager and leads equity and inclusion projects as assigned by the County Manager in support of internal and external initiatives. Implements and / or manages existing programs that support both internal and external initiatives.
• Assists in providing support, communications and recommendations to County Commissioners, County Manager, and Racial Equity and Inclusion Council (REIC) regarding equity and inclusion related items and best practices.
• Assists the County Manager with anticipating, identifying and addressing short-term and long-term internal and external communication needs to support the County's equity and inclusion strategic initiatives.
• Works with the Human Resources Department to develop organizational training to enhance awareness for supervisors and managers on best practices for integrating equity and inclusion strategies into work culture, workforce strategies, recruitment, training, including performance management, leadership development, and retention strategies.
• Develops, presents and evaluates training programs to increase awareness, understanding and support of equity, inclusion and cultural proficiency in the organization.
• Assists the Human Resources Department with identifying and updating personnel rules to ensure alignment with equity and inclusion best practices.
• Provide support and guidance to County offices and departments on outreach, best practices, and strategies to conduct public outreach efforts to include and achieve participation from underrepresented members of the community.
• Develop and administer assessment tools, collect and analyze data, and provide periodic presentations or reports to the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) and the REIC that evaluate the progress and effectiveness of equity and inclusion initiatives.
• Perform outreach to the community, including hosting and / or attending special events, promoting civic engagement, community collaboration and building relationships.
• Advise the BoCC and REIConmeaningfulpoliciestoadvanceracialequity across county government for the benefit of the entire community.
• Collaborate with the community to establish alliances and secure adequate resources, including funding, to successfully accomplish the actions laid out in Thurston County Resolution No. 15995.
• Provide ongoing comprehensive analysis of county and community activity to the BoCC to ensure decision making supports the County's intention to address the root causes of disparities and distribute resources using equity and racial justice as primary factors for defining objectives and measuring progress.

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Working Conditions

About Thurston County

Thurston County is a fast growing and dynamic organization at the intersection of change and growth. The creation of a Racial Equity Council and the opportunity to work collaboratively with departments is part of this exciting new direction. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Thurston County is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to providing equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities. If accommodations are needed in the application or selection process, please contact Thurston County's Human Resources.

What We Offer Our Employees

Why you'll love it here : Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region, offering year-round outdoor activities and access to Olympia's cultural and community amenities.

Message to potential applicants : We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications, and to highlight how your unique skills can contribute to the role.

Qualifications

Desired Skills

Other Position Information

Questions regarding this opportunity? Contact Olivia Studebaker, Executive Assistant at 360.786.5441.

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Please note : Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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