Racial Justice and Equity Director

*Racial Justice and Equity Director* *Exempt, Full-time 40 hours per week* *Starting at $67,000 annually, DOE* YWCA Missoula is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families, and strengthen our community.
For over 110 years, we have advocated for peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all people.
If you’re passionate about our mission, we want you on our team! Join us as we work on the front lines tackling our community’s most pressing issues.
Our staff is creative, collaborative, smart, dedicated and inspired as we seek to build a world where all people are safe, have access to the resources they need, and are empowered to pursue their dreams.
*How does this position make an impact on the community? *YWCA Missoula is a mighty force of approximately 80 staff, over 200 volunteers, as well as practicum and intern students.
We depend on our Racial Justice and Equity Director to support this force to carry out the YWCA mission for women and families facing poverty, violence and discrimination.
As the Racial Justice and Equity Director you will lead the organization’s internal and external racial justice and equity programs and initiatives.
 As a leader in change management, you will grow YWCA Missoula's capacity to do action-based work that eliminates racism and creates a just and inclusive society.
This includes ongoing internal education, as well as designing and leading racial equity-related projects and programs, implementing social justice content and frameworks into existing programmatic structures, and moving teams and individuals from theory to collective action through an intersectional lens.
  *The ideal candidate possesses:* * Deep working knowledge of systemic inequity and successful social change practices * Strong and efficient workload management skills to include planning, organizing, prioritizing, and following through on a variety of tasks while maintaining professional composure.
* Ability to successfully offer, accept and act on constructive criticism.
* Considerable experience facilitating equity-centered conversations and designing inclusive learning environments for individuals and with large and small groups.
* Demonstrated deep commitment to racial equity and justice, and familiarity with racial equity and justice principles.
* Knowledge of grant administration procedures, including methods of cost allocation and government standards applying to non-profit fiscal operations.
* High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma required.
Bachelor’s degree or other higher education preferred.
*More about what you'll do in this role:* * Create and implement a Racial Justice and Equity Program Action Plan that guides YWCA Missoula’s internal and external equity work.
* Coordinate and facilitate YWCA Staff/Board of Directors/Volunteers BIPOC (Black, indigenous, and people of color) Affinity Groups.
* Research and support implementation of organizational best practices for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
* Implement development opportunities for the organization's board, staff, and volunteers to advance racial equity and justice knowledge base.
* Assist with policy and program evaluations through an equity lens.
* Facilitate the Racial Justice Task Force and Re-Activate the Racial Justice Advisory Council, Community, Partnerships, and Outreach * Provide leadership on community coalitions and committees to promote best practices and advance community and organizational goals, including the annual MLK Day Committee.
*Minimum Requirements:* * Availability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Strong verbal and non-verbal skills, both with large groups and interpersonally.
* Willingness to travel in and out of state as needed.
* Must pass a background check designed to protect the interest of women and children served by the YWCA programs.
* Associate or bachelor's degree in social sciences, human services, criminal justice, or a related field; or equivalent experience preferred.
* Highschool Diploma or equivalent diploma required.
*What else you should know: *This position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
The base wage for this position starts at $67,000 – higher annual salary would be based on experience calculated using YWCA Missoula’s wage matrix.
YWCA Missoula values a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about working with us but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Employee filling this role has access to benefits including holiday, vacation and sick time pay; health, dental, vision and life insurance available; retirement fund, reimbursed wellness expenses, employee discount and employee assistance program.
*How to apply: *To be considered for this position, please send a resume, cover letter and references to jeuell@ywcaofmissoula.
org or tavina@ywcaofmissoula.
org or by mail/ in person to 1800 S.
3rd St.
W.
, Missoula, MT 59801, Attn: Jen Euell or Trisha Avina.
*Priority deadline for consideration is May 11, 2024.
* _*We strongly encourage women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, and people with lived experience of houselessness or housing instability to apply.
The YWCA Missoula is an equal-opportunity employer and are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
*_ _All offers of employment at YWCA Missoula are contingent upon passing a background check designed to protect the interests of women, children and families served by our programs.
For applicants with a criminal history, the nature and recency of the conduct/behavior and its relationship to the position will be considered.
_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $67,000.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid parental leave * Paid time off * Parental leave * Retirement plan * Vision insurance * Wellness program Experience level: * 1 year Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Application Question(s): * Have you previously worked for YWCA Missoula? Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Missoula, MT 59801: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Missoula, MT 59801