Learning & Inclusion Director

Learning & Inclusion Leader

The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) seeks an experienced and passionate Learning & Inclusion leader to shape an inclusive and equitable workplace culture while fostering continuous learning and development across the organization. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this role will align SAM's diversity, equity, and learning strategies with its mission and values. You will be a strategic driver of transformationbuilding connections, developing impactful learning programs, and ensuring employees at every level feel supported, valued, and engaged.

Key responsibilities include :

• Designing and implementing comprehensive learning and development programs that support diversity, equity, inclusion, leadership development, and professional growth.
• Leveraging LMS, digital learning tools, and new technologies to deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Partnering with leaders, departments, teams, and the board to embed inclusive practices and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Conducting needs assessments, analyzing workforce data, and using insights to address skill gaps and advance inclusion strategies.
• Facilitating workshops and trainings on inclusion, equity, leadership, manager skills, and new employee orientation.
• Reviewing policies and procedures with HR to ensure alignment with SAM's inclusion and equity commitments.
• Advocating for underrepresented groups and supporting Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Managing budgets and resources for learning and inclusion initiatives.
• Providing progress updates and reports to the Chief People Officer and executive leadership.

You'll also contribute to SAM's focus on exceptional, inclusive service and participate in institutional learning to advance antiracism, cultural competency, and equity values in daily work.

FSLA Status : Full Time, Exempt

Reports To : Chief People Officer

Compensation : $128,000 $140,000

Work Schedule : This role is typically scheduled MondayFriday, 8 : 00 a.m. 5 : 00 p.m. However, the needs of the role require flexibility in support of the department or organization. Please connect with your Recruiter or Manager for more information about SAM's current hybrid work policy and expectations. SAM's hybrid work policy is subject to change.

Benefits : Benefits include a fully employer-paid HMP medical plan or an employee contribution PPO plan, dental, vision, and basic life insurance / LTD / AD&D, Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Dental Insurance, and participation in SAM's 403b retirement plan. Following 1 year of service and 1,000 hours worked, SAM makes a discretionary 3% employer contribution regardless of participation and provides an employer match program. Historically, this contribution has been made annually. Additional benefits include paid time off for vacation, PSST, bereavement leave, jury duty, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 paid floating holiday, a subsidized unlimited ORCA card, onsite fitness facility, and an EAP. Full-time staff also receive a Patron level membership to SAM, a Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums, and discounts to the museum shop and programming.

About SAM : Seattle Art Museum's vision is to be the museum for all of Seattlea bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. Art is always at the start and heart of what we do. Collecting, conserving, and displaying extraordinary works of art is the governing motivation of our museum, as is cultivating connection with the diverse communities we serve. As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest, SAM shares its global connections, powerful exhibitions, and dynamic programs to engage, educate, and inspire. SAM is a vibrant, three-site organization supported by 365 employees, 10 executive leaders, and more than 200 volunteers.

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Accommodation : If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know at hr@seattleartmuseum.org .

The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions / duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@seattleartmuseum.org . For candidates, we ask that, if possible, you wait until you're invited to a screen, online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.