Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Specialist

When to Apply

We will be accepting online applications from August 21, 2023, 8:00 AM (PT) until September 1, 2023, BEFORE 5:00 PM (PT).

 

Type of Recruitment

Open Competitive Job Opportunity

 

Exam Number

K1913D-R

Why work for us?
The Department of Human Resources is an innovative and forward-thinking organization committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We recognize the importance of promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) across all aspects of our organization.  

A hybrid teleworking schedule is available. We also offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation (Click here). Join us and you'll discover a rich selection of healthcare options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 38 diverse departments and over 2,300 different jobs, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers.

Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a DEIB Specialist. As the DEIB Specialist, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing strategies that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within DHR. With your diverse background in anti-racism policies, LGBTQ advocacy, and training experience, you will be a catalyst for positive change and help shape an environment that embraces diversity in all its forms.

• Coordinate, develop, and implement Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB), and Anti-Racism personnel-related work. Implement initiatives from County-wide strategic plans, Department of Human Resources (DHR) strategic plans, MAPP goals, and Board motions into personnel functions such as training, policy, compliance, performance, and more. Individuals must lead DEIB programs, projects, and initiatives; use sound judgment and expertise to develop DEIB and anti-racism policies, procedures and guidelines; and conduct higher-level of assessments measuring change and impact of all DEIB and ARDI related work.

• Assess County-wide training needs; design, develop, and facilitate/mediate comprehensive training programs, curriculum, and materials specifically designed with the integration of County-wide ADEIB and anti-racism goals and initiatives (this includes leading the advancement of training with a lens of diversity, equity, inclusion, and acceptance); maintain training to align with County-wide strategic plan, DHR strategic plan, and Board motions and initiatives. Training topics may include but not limited to diversity, anti-racism, discrimination prevention, power and privilege, microaggressions, anti-hate training, by-stander/up-stander training, LGBTQ /SOGIE training, change management, and inclusion/belonging training.

• Develop, advance, and cultivate work environments that encourage and support equity, diversity, and inclusion with a sustainable approach. Assess potential equity related gaps and barriers in advancing DEIB and race related goals; address complex and/or sensitive issues; develop, coordinate, and implement equity related surveys with focus on DEIB, race, culture, etc; analyzing, interpreting and preparing surveys, metrics, and studies to identify gaps, barriers, and areas of concern; and consult and coordinate partnerships with County departments to advance DEIB and departmental anti-racism initiatives.

• Provide guidance, consultation and communication to departments related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), DEIB, and anti-racism programs, initiatives, and makes recommendations for resolution on complex and/or sensitive workplace concerns.

 

For more information, please view the classification specification: HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST IV

Specialty Requirements:

We are looking for individuals who possess:
Three (3) years of professional human resources experience* independently performing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) work developing programs, policies, training, and mediating complex dialogues (e.g., difficult conversations with various viewpoints, beliefs, and values, discussions of topics with intricate details) to promote diversity, anti-racism, discrimination prevention, anti-hate, and inclusion/belonging initiatives. 

Special Requirements Information:
*For Los Angeles County employees, professional human resources experience is gained at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Human Resources Analyst III and is defined as independently conducting analysis of personnel operations, and providing services in the administration of organization-wide Human Resources programs. Examples of the Los Angeles County classes acceptable at this level are Administrative Services Manager II; Program Specialist III, CEO;  and Staff Analyst, Health or higher.

ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS:
Employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classification listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of the classification listed above.

WITHHOLD INFORMATION:
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
2 - Light.  This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Our Assessment Process

The examination will consist of TWO (2) parts weighted 100%:
 
Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments covering:

• General Problem Solving Skills
• Professional Potential
• Achievement
• Working Relationships
• Analyzing Information
• Learning Quickly
• Generating New Ideas
• Using Time Efficiently
• Working to High Quality Standards
• Adapting to Change
• Coping with Uncertainty
• Willingness to Learn
• Responsibility

 
Part II: An Evaluation of Training and Experience assessing:
 

• Experience developing and facilitating Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) trainings
• Experience consulting clients on DEIB-related areas
• Experience using related eLearning management systems
• Experience developing and revising DEIB-related policies, procedures, and practices

 
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES, PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
 
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible List.
 

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS

• Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.

 

Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. 

• hkim@hr.lacounty.gov 
• info@governmentjobs.com 
• talentcentral@shl.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com 

 

Note:  All notifications will be sent electronically to your e-mail address. Assessment scores cannot be given over the telephone.  Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.

 

TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.

• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit."  Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.  
• Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/.

 

Please note that these resources are intended to provide general information about the types of tests and assessments used by the County of Los Angeles.  These resources do not contain details of the exam nor the specific questions you will be asked to answer during the test administration.  The exam content section describes the areas assessed by the test and you are invited to study and review whatever material you believe will help you to prepare.  

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of three (3) months following the date of promulgation.
 
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible list will be used to fill the vacancy within the Department of Human Resources.
  
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. 

 

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application BEFORE 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

 

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline. You may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Specialty Requirements to Qualify as listed on this job bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
 
Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Specialty Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
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ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

 

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes.  Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
 
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
 
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

 

TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
 
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

Department Contact Name: Heidi Kim
Department Contact Phone: (213)738-2009
Department Contact Email: hkim@hr.lacounty.gov
Exam Number: K1913D-R

Exam Title: Human Resources Analyst IV

Salary : $107,652 - $145,068