Republic Services Hiring for Manager Inclusion & Diversity Job at Phoenix, AZ Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager, Diversity & Inclusion will lead the implementation and enhancement of the company’s strategic initiatives and programs that promote a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging. Serving as a core member of the I&D team, the Manager will

cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with the business and identify practical solutions that promote and develop a vibrant, energized workplace and workforce of diverse talent.

The ideal candidate can facilitate difficult conversations and drive change while being equally comfortable analyzing data and providing recommendations to all levels in the organization. They will also partner closely with employees at every level to build and implement high-impact initiatives that will help make Republic Services a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and prioritize multiple I&D projects and/or programs, from initiation through to execution, working collaboratively with cross-functional partners and driving accountability through project plans, success metrics, milestones, and status updates
• Manage and maintain project plans, meeting notes, status updates, and reports related to I&D strategy roadmap
• Provide oversight and ongoing support to Business Resource Groups, including the production of annual business plans, related programming/events, budgets, and reporting on the impact
• Collaborate with HR and business stakeholders to design and deliver programs, communications and education to strengthen our inclusive culture
• Establish relationships across the business to increase engagement, support, and participation in our I&D goals across all functions, teams, and locations
• Analyze data to produce dashboards, reports and project updates to highlight trends and impact while illustrating progress and impact to various audiences
• Utilize talent trends and competitive intelligence to assess competitiveness of I&D and development programs
• Build communication and logistic processes to ensure consistent and transparent communication related to I&D efforts
• Implement methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness of I&D programs with an eye toward continuous improvement
• Oversee diversity-related budget tracking and expense submissions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• I&D subject matter expertise with proven knowledge of current standard methodologies, designing and leading inclusion and diversity programs and influencing large cross-functional teams.
• Excellent facilitation skills, eliciting diverse perspectives and guiding discussions to clear outcomes
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral, and compelling storytelling abilities to drive communities of people to act and engage in I&D at Republic Services
• Strong data-management and excel skills to access program performance and make defensible recommendations for improvement
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities, and resolving issues proactively and seeking guidance as needed
• Strong logistics, program, and project management skills, and ability to operationalize and scale programs. Adept at executing both short-term and long-term projects simultaneously, with attention to detail and organization.
• Energetic orientation; driven to and energized by accomplishment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5 years experience in the areas of workplace inclusion and diversity, human resources and/or employee engagement.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Why choose Republic?

Joining Republic isn’t just about taking on a new job, it’s about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.

As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:
· We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.
· We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
· We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.
· We are driven to deliver results in the right way.
· We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.