Job Information
Lumen Lead Diversity and Inclusion Consultant in Topeka, Kansas
About Lumen
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.
Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.
We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.
The Role
The Lead IDEAS (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Allyship, Social Impact) Consultant will work to embed the company’s IDEAS strategy into the everyday culture of the organization as a competitive and strategic advantage. This individual will lead and contribute to the development of new processes, initiatives, and methods that will further enable the company’s IDEAS strategy and progress.
Location
This is a fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S. with preferred locations being Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Monroe, LA or Orlando, FL as that is where other members of the IDEAS team are based
5-10% travel for conferences, ERG Summit, team office calibrations
The Main Responsibilities
Execute on IDEAS initiatives and projects under the direction of the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
Provide subject matter expertise in a consultancy role, providing guidance as needed on sensitive diversity topics.
Serve as a champion, strategic partner, and thought leader for IDEAS by staying informed of best practices.
Help identify gaps and opportunities to improve performance of IDEAS efforts.
Partner with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Talent Development to attract, develop, and retain a diverse employee base
Identify and raise needs for organizational and developmental tools and resources, determine options for securing resources either building internally, leveraging existing programs or buying through external partners.
Lead the design and implementation of educational programming (e.g. programs, events, workshops, and dialogues) to raise awareness and competency of employees in support of social, identity, cultural, and global understanding.
In partnership with Corporate Communications, write, review, and edit IDEAS content to ensure it is up to date and captivating; ensure alignment with established communications guidelines and brand standards.
What We Look For in a Candidate
4+ years experience in Diversity and Inclusion or HR
Experience leading cross-functional projects, demonstrating ability to secure successful completion of complex projects.
Must have excellent communication (oral and written), analytical, customer service, problem solving and presentation skills.
Demonstrated experience in project development, project execution and project management
Demonstrated experience with process improvement.
Compensation
The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$80,510 - $107,340 in these states: AR ID KY LA ME MS NE SC SD
$84,740 - $112,980 in these states: AL AZ FL GA IA IN KS MO MT ND NM OH OK PA TN UT VT WI WV WY
$88,980 - $118,630 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$93,210 - $124,280 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA
As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.
Requisition #: 333957
Background Screening
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Equal Employment Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
Disclaimer
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
Salary Range
Salary Min :
80510
Salary Max :
124280
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.
As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)
Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.