Work Shift:

　　Please see job description for details.

　　Time Type:

　　Part time

　　Department:

　　CC407290 Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion

　　Summary:

　　The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Specialist reports directly to the Director of the DEIB Dept. The role supports the execution of DEIB initiatives through advanced project management, analysis, research, facilitation and program development/management. This HYBRID (on-site and virtual) PART-TIME role (approx. 20 hours/week) involves collaboration with leaders/team members, coordination of activities, and support to Employee Resource Groups and the Ambassador Program. The role requires candidates with years of DEIB knowledge and experience and high emotional intelligence. Strong skills in time management, multitasking, and working independently are necessary. This role performs various duties that supports AC’s commitment to creating and nurturing a culture of inclusion and belonging for all of AC’s patients, families and team members.

　　Additional Information:

　　Required Education:

　　Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Experience

　　Recommended Education:

　　Master's Degree

　　Required Work Experience:

　　Related Field - 3 years of experience

　　Recommended Work Experience:

　　Required Certifications:

　　Recommended Certifications:

　　Certified Diversity Professional (CDP) -

　　Description

　　In consultation with leadership, develops, designs, and maintains diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion program objectives to support organizational goals.

　　Provides thought partnership and logistical support to various and diverse groups and initiatives including coordinating and facilitating meetings, helping to plan and execute events/programs, developing action plans and driving accountability within the groups.

　　Develops, curates, updates and sends relevant, professional content for internal communication, the quarterly DEI newsletter, intranet pages, and other team member-facing communications.

　　Collects and tracks metrics and data that measure the effectiveness/outcomes of programs and activities, including conducting/analyzing employee surveys, interviews, focus groups, and managing participation using a learning management system.

　　Provides recommendations based on best practices, research, and changes to micro/macro trends and/or employee needs and preferences.

　　Collaborates with all HR departments to achieve the organization’s talent acquisition goals.

　　Assists in the planning, communication and execution of the DEI efforts (programs, initiatives, activities) utilizing above average proficiency with MS Office software suite, a learning management system (LMS), HRIS, MS Teams, virtual meeting software, etc.

　　Oversees collaboration with Employee Resource Groups and the ERG Academy.

　　Manages existing and new projects/programs that support Arkansas Children's Culture of Inclusion (COI).

　　Facilitates/Leads DEI related small group discussions, debriefs, breakout rooms related to DEI content

　　Other Duties as assigned.

　　Arkansas Children’s (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

　　Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

　　Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

　　For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

　　Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest (https://www.archildrens.org/locations/arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

　　“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager

　　“Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst

　　“We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator

　　“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant

　　“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

　　Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.