Diversity, Equity,

The Delaware Department of Correction seeks a collaborative, critical thinker with well-developed communication and project management skills to join its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team. This individual will help develop, implement, and track initiatives that support the Department's DEI goals. The role offers the chance to provide input on the processes and programs that impact the experience of all employees, as well as an opportunity to be part of an inclusive working environment.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Assist with creating and implementing a framework to integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategies and goals.
• Participate in the development and delivery of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training focused on identifying personal biases, developing tools, and strategies to enhance inclusion.
• Consult with Department leadership to assist in developing action plans to address identified systemic barriers.
• Assist with developing and implementing data collection and analysis to measure workforce diversity and inclusion efforts and support the Department with reporting and monitoring activities and methodologies. Coordinate reporting to Department leadership on progress, achievements, and areas of concern.
• Coordinate internal and external activities and events that support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals.
• Assist with building awareness and use of Diversity and Inclusion best practices.
• Assist with building relationships with external organizations to stay informed of issues of Diversity and Inclusion and present the Department's progress as appropriate.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

• At least one (1) year of work experience with its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives or related field.

• Excellent listening, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Ability to conceptualize and execute initiatives and programs with minimal direction.

• Must be adept at fostering strong relationships, building collaborations, and developing networks.

• Must be approachable and able to connect well with all employees. Comfort navigating difficult situations and conversations with employees and providing support and consultation.

• High degree of professionalism and discretion, and ability to exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy in handling sensitive information and situations.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and report on quantitative and qualitative data.

• Experience in change management and conflict resolution.

• Able to identify problems, ideate, and implement a solution.

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Upon a conditional offer, the applicant must undergo a pre-employment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.