Learning & Inclusion Director
Learning & Inclusion Director
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Job Description
The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) seeks an experienced and passionate Learning & Inclusion leader to shape an inclusive and equitable workplace culture while fostering continuous learning and development across the organization. Reporting to the Chief People Officer this role will align SAMs diversity equity and learning strategies with its mission and values.
You will be a strategic driver of transformationbuilding connections developing impactful learning programs and ensuring employees at every level feel supported valued and engaged.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing comprehensive learning and development programs that support diversity equity inclusion leadership development and professional growth.
- Leveraging LMS digital learning tools and new technologies to deliver engaging learning experiences.
- Partnering with leaders departments teams and the board to embed inclusive practices and foster a culture of continuous learning.
- Conducting needs assessments analyzing workforce data and using insights to address skill gaps and advance inclusion strategies.
- Facilitating workshops and trainings on inclusion equity leadership manager skills and new employee orientation.
- Reviewing policies and procedures with HR to ensure alignment with SAMs inclusion and equity commitments.
- Advocating for underrepresented groups and supporting Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
- Managing budgets and resources for learning and inclusion initiatives.
- Providing progress updates and reports to the Chief People Officer and executive leadership.
FSLA STATUS: Full Time Exempt
REPORTS TO: Chief People Officer
COMPENSATION: $128000 $140000
WORK SCHEDULE
This role is typically scheduled MondayFriday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. However the needs of the role require flexibility in support of the department or organization. Please connect with your Recruiter or Manager for more information about SAMs current hybrid work policy and expectations. SAMs hybrid work policy is subject to change.
BENEFITS
Benefits include a fully employer-paid HMP medical plan or an employee contribution PPO plan dental vision and basic life insurance/LTD/AD&D Flexible Spending Account Short Term Disability Supplemental Dental Insurance and participation in SAMs 403b retirement plan.
Following 1 year of service and 1000 hours worked SAM makes a discretionary 3% employer contribution regardless of participation and provides an employer match program. Historically this contribution has been made annually.
Additional benefits include paid time off for vacation PSST bereavement leave jury duty 11 scheduled holidays 1 paid floating holiday a subsidized unlimited ORCA card onsite fitness facility and an EAP. Full-time staff also receive a Patron level membership to SAM a Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums and discounts to the museum shop and programming.
ABOUT SAM
Seattle Art Museums vision is to be the museum for all of Seattlea bold dynamic hub of creativity belonging and cultural leadership shaping the future of art and community.
Art is always at the start and heart of what we do. Collecting conserving and displaying extraordinary works of art is the governing motivation of our museum as is cultivating connection with the diverse communities we serve.
As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest SAM shares its global connections powerful exhibitions and dynamic programs to engage educate and inspire. SAM is a vibrant three-site organization supported by 365 employees 10 executive leaders and more than 200 volunteers.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Were seeking a collaborative innovative leader who can balance strategic vision with hands-on program delivery.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in human resources education learning & development or a related field.
- 710 years of experience in diversity and inclusion learning and development or related areas.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful DEI and learning initiatives.
- Expertise in adult learning principles universal design for learning and inclusion best practices.
- Excellent facilitation communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to analyze data and apply insights to inform learning and inclusion strategies.
- Strong relationship-building problem-solving and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Zoom LMS platforms and digital learning tools.
- Ability to pass and maintain a security background check clearance.
- Masters degree or certification in learning HR or coaching.
- Certified instructional designer.
- Non-profit or arts & culture sector experience.
Exposure: Primarily inside climate-controlled environment with moderate background noise.
Stationary Work: About 80% of time at a desk 20% moving around the work area. Some standing during events may be required.
Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication in English with trustees the public and colleagues.
Vision: Ability to use a computer screen and read printed materials.
Office Work: Regular use of computers phones copiers and other office machinery.
ACCOMMODATION
If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at emailprotected.
The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations forallemployees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact emailprotected. For candidates we ask that if possible you wait until youre invited to a screen online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.
Celebrating difference. At Seattle Art Museum our members visitors and local community come from all walks of life and so do our employees volunteers and interns. The plurality of our identities and experiences strengthens our mission: connecting art to life. Our mission and vision call us to be responsive to a multitude of cultural contexts and lived experiences and as such our Strategic Plan directly addresses the role art plays in empowering and elevating social justice movements and promoting structural change to further equity in our society. SAM is particularly dedicated to racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to both historical and present inequities. We know that equity is not a single fixed destination its ongoing reckoning. As SAM continually strives to be a more inclusive and equitable workplace we are particularly interested in engaging with those who have been historically underrepresented in the museum field. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we celebrate difference.
SAM is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry sensory physical or mental disability genetic information military or veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation citizenship or immigration status or other applicable legally protected characteristic. If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of the role. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact For candidates we ask that if possible you wait until youre invited to a screen online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.
We encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we include celebrate and embrace difference. We encourage you to submit an application even if your experience doesnt feel like a 100% match with the position. We know applying for a job can be intimidating and research tells us that womxn and folks of color are less likely to apply if they dont see themselves meeting or exceeding every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement in this job post. You could very well be a great fit for this role or others.
Requirements for employment. In order to be employed by the Seattle Art Museum you must reside in the state of Washington. Employment at SAM is contingent upon successful clearing and maintenance of clearance in both a federal and state criminal background check.
Want to learn more If you havent already check out our Careers page for more on working at SAM.
Though wed love to be able to reply to every question that crosses our desk due to the high volume of applications we receive our HR team is unfortunately unable to offer a response to inquiries requesting search status updates inquiries about hiring timeline or requests to be put in touch with directly with the Hiring Team. If your experiences and capabilities are well suited to an open role our Recruiter or the Hiring Manager will reach out directly to schedule an interview. Thanks for your understanding!
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
