Manager of Equity Initiatives

Job Summary

The Manager of Equity Initiatives role is an integral part of the Equity and Inclusion Team managing the logistics of KIPP DCs equity programming and communications ensuring that equity initiatives are planned and executed thoroughly and effectively. The starting salary range for this role is $78436-$85256. This is a full-time role based at KIPP DCs Headquarters Office with occasional flexibility with an anticipated start date of October 1st.

By 2025 KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful innovative and inclusive school system that provides joyful identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence equity and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous relevant and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DCs 20 schools and two programs 7500 students and 1300 teachers leaders and staff members dedicated to this mission.

In this crucial role youll be responsible for the project management of several key equity initiatives including the annual Pride Summit network-wide communications the coordination of professional development sessions and DEI onboarding. Youll leverage your project management expertise and understanding of diversity equity and inclusion ensuring that KIPP DC maintains our commitment to becoming a more diverse equitable and inclusive school system.

As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support and this position will regularly provide on-site support to school teams frequently partner with other headquarters teams or regularly work in multiple locations. Because of the nature of the work this role allows for occasional flexibility and will be required to be onsite 4 days per week.

As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support and this position will regularly provide on-site support to school teams frequently partner with other headquarters teams or regularly work in multiple locations. Because of the nature of the work this role allows for occasional flexibility and will be required to be onsite 4 days per week.

Project Management (60% of time)

• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders for event planning and management for KIPP DC DEI events and professional development session
• Manages the planning of DEI events and initiatives including Pride Summit Black Male Educator Convening and professional development sessions for teachers
• Manage the application process for DEI fellowships and programming including updating and revising rubrics and reference process

KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

• The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $78436-$85256. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity equity and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector.
• KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical dental and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability long term disability life insurance and a membership to One Medical.

• KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
• Currently individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days up to 10 paid sick days and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against or tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including but not limited to actual or perceived race color national origin immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal DC state or local law) religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) age physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation gender (including gender identity or expression) marital status (including domestic partnership status) genetic information political affiliation pregnancy family responsibilities personal appearance veteran status uniform service member status status of being unemployed status of victim a survivor of domestic violence sexual offense or stalking matriculation or any other protected class under federal state DC or local law.

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