Diversity and Inclusion Manager

Save to Favorites

The Maryland Wing of the Civil Air Patrol (U.S. Air Force Auxiliary) is seeking a knowledgeable volunteer to research, develop, implement, and maintain a range of successful practices for supporting and prioritizing equity, diversity and inclusiveness throughout the Wing. This individual will work closely with Wing leadership to create a culture of performance excellence, diversity, inclusion, and member success.

Responsibilities:

• Develop diversity and inclusion goals for the Maryland Wing that align with the organization’s broader strategic goals.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to Maryland Wing leadership for implementing best practices that promote inclusiveness and ensure compliance with government and Civil Air Patrol (CAP) non-discriminatory policies and regulations.
• Create, implement, and assess diversity and inclusion initiatives and programming that support and develop our volunteer members.
• Facilitate best practices that foster an affirming and inclusive organizational culture
• Actively engage wing members to encourage behaviors, attitudes, and policies that support diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Work with the Wing Director of Recruiting and Retention on inclusion strategies for attracting, recruiting, and retaining diverse talent.
• Become familiar with the organization and missions of the Civil Air Patrol.
• Available to volunteer 10-20 hours a month and remain responsive via email throughout the week.

Preferred Qualification:

• Previous experience in leading inclusion and diversity initiatives and programming

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion best practices, protocols and programs; working knowledge of relevant legal issues, challenges and opportunities associated with implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication skills
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
• Aged 18 or older.
• Willingness to become a member of the Civil Air Patrol and comply with all internal regulations and procedures.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Prior military experience is not necessary.

Benefits:

• Access to leadership training and opportunities.
• Formal recognition of job performance through CAP's specialty track and rank structure.
• Training and mentoring available from development personnel at higher organizational echelons.
• Networking and training at Wing, Region, and National Conferences.

The official title of the person selected for this role will be "Diversity Officer." This position reports to the Maryland Wing Vice Commander.

Interested in the Civil Air Patrol, but this position isn’t for you? Opportunities are also available for volunteers looking to participate in CAP’s other missions and activities, including emergency services, aerospace education, and youth development.