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Senior Equity Coordinator

Metropolitan Council
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medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul
390 Robert Street North (Show on map)
Mar 13, 2026
WHO WE ARE We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. The Community Development Division is responsible for the Council's regional long-range planning efforts; planning and technical assistance to local governments; planning for and funding the regional parks and open space system; delivering rent assistance through the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority; and delivering the Livable Communities Act grant programs. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. In Community Development, we have set the following goals to guide our work: Our division builds competency, takes meaningful actions, and creates the necessary infrastructure to advance racial equity. Our division's workplace culture is diverse, and inclusive, and empowers employees of color. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The Senior Equity Coordinator is responsible for leading the development and coordinating the implementation of a comprehensive equity program for the Community Development division, in coordination with the division's leadership team, Equity Change Team, and staff across the division. The Senior Equity Coordinator leads the implementation of, and as needed the updates of, the Community Development Division's Racial Equity Action Plan (REAP). This position will coordinate the implementation of Division initiatives from the REAP, including tracking and reporting on progress. This position will also assist with developing training or other programming to educate the Division on equity and how to integrate it into their work, coordinate with other equity program staff across the Council, and serve as an internal consultant advising or consulting with Division staff and managers on how to integrate equity into the division's work. Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $97,989 - $116,000 Full Salary Range: $88,566 - $143,707 The starting salary will depend on the selected candidate's experience, skills, education, and internal salary equity. This position is eligible for a hybrid (a combination of remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.* What you would do in this job Serve as the project manager for the development/updates of the division's Racial Equity Action Plan (REAP), coordinating project tasks and schedules, and ensuring outreach, engagement, and communication about the work. Lead the CD Equity Change Team (ECT), including organizing the team, working with senior leaders to recruit members, and developing annual work plans to implement and support the REAP. Lead team meetings, set agendas, set and assign follow-up tasks, and track progress. Lead the implementation of the Racial Equity Action Plan (REAP), coordinating across the division to identify task leads/teams, needed budget and staff resources, and implementation plans are in place. Develop a plan for reporting on the REAP efforts, milestones, and results. Communicate program and project/initiative goals, timelines, deliverables to the broader audience in Community Development and with divisional partners. Organize and facilitate ECT sub-teams and committees in partnership with committee leads, including regular meeting organization, agenda planning, and management of tasks and next steps. Align efforts of the Division's comprehensive equity program with parallel and related efforts in Community Development and the Council, such as the Division's Culture Team. Participate in Council-wide equity teams, projects, and programs, representing Community Development in the work, including internal programs and external programs/projects. Manage projects/initiatives, including developing project plans and budgets, organizing and facilitating project teams, setting priorities and timelines for the work, and monitoring progress. Serve as an internal consultant for division staff and management in the development of project plans, programs, policy review and other work to support advancement of equitable outcomes in CD's work. Support Division leadership and designing and selecting division-specific training offerings to support further operationalizing equity in Community Development's work. Other related duties as assigned. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Any of the following combinations of completed education in public administration, equity and inclusion, urban planning, business administration, organizational change, sociology, project management, or related field AND experience in a lead role coordinating, managing, or leading projects or programs related to equity and inclusion. Experience must include the implementation of equity program(s), including experience developing plans, project management, and communicating about the project or program. PhD/Master's degree and 2 years of experience Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience Associate's degree and 6 years of experience High School diploma/GED and 8 years of experience What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Demonstrated experience in successfully working to advance equitable outcomes within an organization. Demonstrated experience working in partnership with colleagues across a wide range of experiences and skills with diversity, equity, and inclusion. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion and understanding of the unique and different issues and challenges facing individuals from overburdened communities. Basic knowledge of/familiarity with Community Development areas of responsibility, including city planning, housing, parks, research, and grant-making. Clear understanding of the historical context of the Council and the people it serves and how the Council can work to acknowledge, repair, and reduce regional disparities. Skilled in leading, facilitating, and participating in conversations about race and equity, as well as identifying opportunities to integrate equity initiatives into the work. Ability to lead, facilitate, and participate in difficult conversations toward a shared outcome, diffusing situations where needed. Skilled in managing and completing projects within budgets and allotted timeframes. Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills with a customer-oriented approach. Ability to build, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with partners and stakeholders. Intermediate proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Office suite of programs. Ability to analyze complex information, evaluate alternatives, provide sound, logical, fact-based conclusions and recommendations. Ability to work independently, make decisions, manage multiple projects, prioritize, and problem solve. Ability to develop strong relationships, build trust, and motivate individuals that may be resistant to change. What you can expect from us: We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! Additional information Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade H FLSA Status: Exempt Safety Sensitive: No Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $97,989 - $116,000 Full Salary Range: $88,566 - $143,707 What your work environment would be: You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. What steps the recruitment process involves: We review your minimum qualifications. We rate your education and experience. We conduct a structured panel interview. We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .