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Ventura County Director of Inclusion and Belonging in Ventura, California
Director of Inclusion and Belonging
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Director of Inclusion and Belonging
Salary
$137,601.88 - $192,661.30 Annually
Location
Ventura and may require travel throughout Ventura County and neighboring counties, CA
Job Type
At-Will
Job Number
1652CEO-24AB (ME)
Department
County Executive Office
Opening Date
12/13/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
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Description
View the brochure for the Director of Inclusion and Belonging (https://bit.ly/3VzWRJX) (Download PDF reader) (https://get.adobe.com/reader/)
The Director of Inclusion and Belonging (payroll title: Special Assistant) is an "at-will" classification and is exempt from the "Civil Service Ordinance."
WHAT WE OFFER The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package which includes the following:
Educational Incentive - An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate's degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree, OR 5% for completion of a graduate's degree.
Executive Annual Leave - The candidate selected for this position will earn 248 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service, to 328 hours after 10 years of service, and to 368 hours after 15 years of service or other public service. Prior public service on a pro-rate basis from a previous public employer may apply.
Annual Leave Redemption - The ability to "cash in" or redeem up to 100 hours of Annual Leave per year after using 80 hours.
Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions. Following five (5) years of continuous County service, an additional 2% non-elective contribution will be made to the 401(k) plan.
Health Plans – You are afforded a flexible credit allowance of up to $25,558 annually for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Employees may also participate in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase their spending power by reimbursing them with pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Pension Plan - Both the County and you contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If you are eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems such as PERS.
Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
Miscellaneous Benefits: Incumbents are entitled to County-paid membership in professional organizations related to their position. Other benefits include: Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Benefit Reimbursement Program and a Wellness Program.
Recruitment Process
To apply for this exceptional career opportunity, please send your resume, cover letter, and completed supplemental questionnaire in one of the following ways:
E-mail to: Matt.Escobedo@ventura.org;
Submit an on-line application and attachments (resume and cover letter) at www.ventura.org/jobs.
RESUME EVALUATION The first review of resumes is anticipated to be January 6, 2025, to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. All relevant work experience, training and education need to be included in order to determine eligibility.
INTERVIEW PROCESS Following a structured evaluation of the resumes, the most qualified candidates will be invited to a panel interview. The top candidates, as determined by the panel, will then be invited to a second interview with County Executive Office management team. The interviews may be consolidated into one process or expanded into multiple interviews contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION The selected candidate may be subjected to a thorough background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. In addition, the successful candidate may be subjected to Live Scan fingerprinting.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Matt Escobedo by email at Matt.Escobedo@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 662-6584.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
MANAGEMENT
To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.
Benefits website (https://hr.ventura.org/benefits) or you may call (805) 654-2570.
Retirement FAQ's (https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/benefits/docs/RETIREMENT%20-%20FAQs.pdf)
Memorandum of Agreement
Union Codes: MB3, MB4, MS, MT, MCC, MU
01
Describe your experience managing projects or programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In your response, be sure to include the following: A.) A description of the type of projects or programs you managed, B.) The name of the employer(s) in which you acquired the experience, and C.) An example of a specific project or program you completed which demonstrates your skill. Please include the objectives, your role, the stakeholders, and the outcome of the project described. If you have no experience in this area, indicate "no experience."
02
Describe your work experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the public and other entities. In your response, please include the following: A.) Name of the employers where you acquired the experience, B.) A description of the parties with which you developed effective working relations (i.e., community groups, management, elected officials, volunteers, etc.), C.) A description of the nature of your relationships, and D.) An example of a mutually beneficial relationship you established. If you have no experience in this area, indicate "no experience."
03
Describe your experience supervising staff. In your response, be sure to include the following: A.) A description of the organization in which you were a supervisor, B.) The number of staff members you were responsible for supervising, C.) The job titles and functions for which your staff were responsible, and D.) Whether you have administered performance evaluations. If you do not have any supervisory experience, indicate "no experience."
04
Describe your experience providing exemplary customer service in a diversity, equity and, inclusion role. In your response, be sure to illustrate the following: A) A description of the customers you served, B) A brief description of the type of service you provided, and C) An example of a problem you have resolved which illustrates your commitment and service orientation. If you have no such experience, indicate "no experience."
05
Describe a project or assignment which required you to conduct research and analyze data related to diversity, equity and inclusion. Your answer must address the following questions: 1) What were the project goals and objectives? 2) Were you solely responsible for the project? If not, what was your specific role in the project? 3) What problem(s) did you encounter and how did you resolve them? 4) What were your conclusions? 5) In hindsight, would you have done anything differently, and if so, what? If you have no experience with research and data analysis, indicate "no experience."
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Agency
Ventura County
Address
800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009
Phone
(805) 654-5129
Website
http://hr.ventura.org
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