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Free Health Insurance Options- Free Dental Insurance – Flex Spending – Commuter Benefits – Pension Plan – Free Parking – Wellness Programs – Onsite Gyms – Tuition Assistance- PSLF Eligible Employer- Parental Leave – Eligible for Hybrid Work Environment
The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally owned gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers. From its humble beginnings in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists today. As one of the nation’s leading natural gas providers, PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region.
Become part of the PGW Team!
The job is a full time role on site at Philadelphia Gas Works. After six months the role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule of 3 days on site and 2 remote for Pennsylvania residents.
Director, DEI & EEO
The Director, DEI is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of programs and services that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within PGW. Primary responsibility includes measuring and monitoring company DEI, developing new programs and practices that effectively increase DEI, and providing support to various groups within the organization. This Director will serve as the subject matter expert on DEI and provide vision and counsel on matters of diversity initiatives, strategic planning, education and research, and program implementation. This Director will also develop and administer training to help employees embrace and understand differing perspectives. Additionally, this Director will act as the department representative in matters relating to EEO in the workplace and will also oversee and administer PGWs Employee Assistance and Drug & Alcohol Program.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Develop and implement key initiatives to advance PGW’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy in areas including but not limited to talent acquisition and onboarding, employee engagement, performance management and learning and development.
Responsible for bringing external insight and best practice, deliver benchmarking, diagnosis and design as required.
Drive the implementation-related actions, both strategic and day-to-day tactical, to embed DEI into the overall functional people strategy
Develop meaningful and appropriate metrics to measure success and gauge effectiveness of DEI initiatives and identified goals.
Provide guidance and best practices to Training team to facilitate learning curriculum and instructional transformation that advances diversity and inclusion
Develop and communicate plans to internal and external stakeholders to meet established objectives.
Proactively monitor internal and external diversity trends and legal developments that may impact policy, recruitment, and retention of a diverse workforce.
Incumbent will act as liaison with PGWs Supply Chain and work to establish a partnership in DEI activities.
Visibly champion DEI across the business, supporting culture change.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Monitor the corporate recruiting process to ensure that position vacancies attract and retain employees possessing the highest levels of competency in accordance with the Affirmative Action Program, Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations and PGW’s objectives for a diversified workforce.
Develop, implement, and manage all aspects of PGW’s Equal Employment Opportunity planning and administrative functions including but not limited to: Affirmative Action Planning, Successive Planning, Diversity Training and Sexual Harassment
Oversee the development of an Affirmative Action Plan that maximizes equal employment opportunities, increase participation of minorities and women in under-utilized job groups and ensures that the PGW’s workforce is reflective of its customer base.
Oversee and coordinate all employee EEO complaints and internal workplace grievances including but not limited to:
Supervising and conducting investigations to gather supporting documentation through such means as interviewing complainants, witness and manager and conferring with the Legal department or outside counsel
Maintain record and reporting systems of filed complaints of discrimination, alleged policy violations, etc.
Attending fact-finding conferences & hearings
Making recommendations to management regarding potential resolutions.
Employee Assistance and Drug & Alcohol Program
Develop the nature and scope of PGW’s needs for third-party administrator of PGW’s Employee’s Assistance Program
Monitor contract service providers to ensure compliance of employee needs
Field and answer employee inquiries regarding EAP programs
Oversee Drug & Alcohol Training.
Finance & Accounting
Prepare monthly and annual capital and operating budgets; allocate project budgets consistent with PGW’s strategic and operating plans. Develop justification for all capital projects and for all monthly variances for the operating budget.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration required. Advanced degree preferred.
Must have experience developing a DEI strategy and implementing DEI programs at a corporate level.
7 to 10 years of directly related experience in Human Resources disciplines including EEO/Affirmative Action & employee relations and/or HRIS administration.
Experience in delivering DEI interventions from diagnosis through design to implementation and impact measurement
Experience in facilitating DEI sessions and training DEI facilitators.
Experience in best practices and organizational change theories for ensuring a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive workplace.
Receipt of Professional Human Resource (PHR designation or Diversity and Inclusion Certification would be a plus.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, budget/accounting principles, and procurement procedures.
Must be a skilled leader the ability to create a professional and constructive environment that fosters a team-oriented and customer service approach to day-to-day operations
PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/VAAP/EEO.
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19122
While we appreciate all responses, only those who are uniquely qualified will be contacted.
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Department for Portal Display: Vice President-Human Resources
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ADP Department #: Vice President-Human Resources 11
Street: 800 West Montgomery Avenue
