Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc., Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
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Base pay range $160,784.00/yr - $233,729.00/yr
Chief Equity Officer (Director I): City of Portland Job Location:
On‑Site; City of Portland offices; community-based engagements
Compensation:
$160,784 – $233,729
Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with the
City of Portland
in its search for the next
Chief Equity Officer (Director I).
ABOUT THE CITY OF PORTLAND The City of Portland is a mission‑driven public organization serving a diverse and growing community, grounded in equity, transparency, and accountability. Through the Office of Equity and Human Rights, the City advances equitable service delivery, addresses systemic disparities, and fosters a culture of belonging for staff and community members. With responsibilities spanning civil rights compliance, ADA Title II coordination, Indigenous partnerships, workforce equity, and community‑led initiatives, the Office plays a central role in transforming City operations. Within a mayor‑council structure and a new City Administrator model, the Chief Equity Officer is a pivotal leader advancing Portland’s equitable future.
Reports To:
City Administrator
Direct Reports:
Office of Equity & Human Rights, including equity managers and practitioners, data analysts, and administrative and business operations staff. The total number of direct reports is expected to change when Citywide realignment work commences in the Spring of 2026.
Collaborates with:
Citywide equity managers and practitioners, deputy city administrators, city administrator, mayor’s office, bureau directors, and executive citywide practices officers.
The
Chief Equity Officer (Director I)
serves as the City’s senior executive responsible for shaping, implementing, and advancing citywide equity strategies, policies, and cultural transformation efforts. Reporting to the City Administrator, this position leads the Office of Equity and Human Rights and serves as the City’s chief advisor on equity, civil rights compliance, accessibility, and anti‑discrimination practices.
This leader works across all bureaus and offices to operationalize equity in governance, budgeting, workforce practices, community engagement, and service outcomes. The Chief Equity Officer represents the City in regional, statewide, and national equity forums, builds meaningful partnerships with community organizations, and ensures legal and ethical compliance with civil rights and accessibility mandates.
The role requires a strategic systems thinker, a culturally grounded relationship‑builder, and an experienced executive who can inspire change in a complex political and organizational environment.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHIEF EQUITY OFFICER Organizational Leadership & Management
Provide executive leadership to the Office of Equity and Human Rights, including strategic planning, organizational direction, budget oversight, staffing, and operational management.
Lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for Civil Rights Title VI compliance, ADA Title II accessibility work, partnering with Indigenous people, workforce equity, policy development, training, and community engagement initiatives.
Partner with the City Administrator, deputy city administrators, and bureau directors to integrate equity into decision‑making, policy development, budgeting, and leadership practices.
Develop and maintain internal systems, performance measures, and accountability structures that track progress toward citywide equity outcomes.
Oversee the City’s compliance with civil rights, anti‑discrimination, and accessibility laws, including Title VI, ADA Title II, and related federal and state mandates.
Direct the development and implementation of citywide equity frameworks, programs, tools, and reporting structures.
Serve as a strategic advisor to the mayor, city administrator, deputy city administrators, and council on the equity implications of proposed legislation, policies, and initiatives.
Coordinate equity impact analyses and provide clear recommendations to inform inclusive decision‑making.
Represent the City in legal, regulatory, and policy‑related forums, working closely with the City Attorney’s Office and partner bureaus.
Community Engagement & Public Representation
Serve as one of the City’s primary ambassadors for equity, representing the Office of Equity and Human Rights in regional and national spaces.
Build strong, trust‑based relationships with culturally specific organizations, community partners, civil rights advocates, Indigenous communities, and accessibility communities.
Ensure community voices—especially those from historically and currently marginalized groups—inform City programs, policies, and priorities.
Engage with Council offices, civic leaders, and public stakeholders to advance shared equity goals and respond to community needs with transparency and accountability.
Equity, Inclusion & Workforce Transformation
Lead initiatives to embed equity principles in hiring, promotion, training, workplace culture, and leadership development across all bureaus.
Oversee implementation of Workforce Equity initiatives and citywide employee engagement strategies.
Support bureaus in addressing structural inequities, institutional barriers, and disparate outcomes affecting employees and community members.
Champion trauma‑informed, culturally responsive leadership practices that strengthen belonging and reduce harm.
Ensure the Office of Equity and Human Rights programs and tools are accessible, community‑informed, and grounded in best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS The City of Portland strongly encourages applications from all interested individuals, even those who may not meet all listed qualifications.
MINIMUM
Demonstrated experience leading and implementing equity, inclusion, racial justice, anti‑racism, or civil rights initiatives at a programmatic or systems level.
Experience navigating complex organizational environments and driving equity‑centered change, including facilitating transitions and supporting cultural or structural transformation.
Experience supervising and developing staff, building healthy and effective teams, and supporting employee well‑being in environments experiencing change or organizational instability.
Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating equity‑related policies, accountability systems, and data‑informed strategies that produce measurable organizational change.
Experience communicating and advocating for equity‑focused strategies with diverse stakeholders, including executive leadership, elected officials, labor partners, affinity groups, community organizations, and staff at all levels.
Experience establishing and sustaining collaborative, trusting partnerships with culturally specific communities, labor organizations, internal bureaus, and external agencies to advance shared equity outcomes.
A bachelor’s degree in a related field or a combination of education and professional experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the role. A degree may be substituted with an equivalent number of years of relevant professional experience.
PREFERRED
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a management position.
Experience leading equity, civil rights, organizational change, or cultural transformation efforts within large, complex organizations.
Demonstrated success in executive leadership roles overseeing diverse teams and programs.
Strong ability to navigate politically sensitive environments, build cross‑sector partnerships, and maintain trust under pressure.
Demonstrated experience working with culturally specific communities, Indigenous communities, disability communities, and historically marginalized groups.
Familiarity with public administration, municipal government operations, policy‑making, and budgeting.
Skilled communicator with the ability to synthesize complex issues, influence decision‑making, and represent the organization clearly and thoughtfully.
Commitment to trauma‑informed practices, accessibility, and inclusive leadership.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Advance equity as a core, enterprise‑wide operating discipline embedded across governance, budgeting, workforce systems, policy, service delivery, and technology.
Establish and enforce durable citywide equity standards, metrics, and accountability systems, holding bureaus and leadership responsible for measurable outcomes.
Partner effectively with Human Resources and labor leadership in unionized environments to advance workforce equity, retention, and psychological safety.
Translate equity commitments into operational tools and data‑informed decision‑making, demonstrating impact through ethical stewardship and sustained implementation.
Build trust with culturally specific, immigrant, refugee, and historically marginalized communities while navigating complex political and legal environments with executive presence and credibility.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY The City of Portland is committed to dismantling systemic inequities, improving equitable service delivery, and creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, safe, and supported. The City honors the histories and lived experiences of its diverse communities and partners closely with those most impacted by inequity to shape its policies and priorities.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected classifications in accordance with local, state, and federal law.
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Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
role at
Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc. provided pay range This range is provided by Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $160,784.00/yr - $233,729.00/yr
Chief Equity Officer (Director I): City of Portland Job Location:
On‑Site; City of Portland offices; community-based engagements
Compensation:
$160,784 – $233,729
Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with the
City of Portland
in its search for the next
Chief Equity Officer (Director I).
ABOUT THE CITY OF PORTLAND The City of Portland is a mission‑driven public organization serving a diverse and growing community, grounded in equity, transparency, and accountability. Through the Office of Equity and Human Rights, the City advances equitable service delivery, addresses systemic disparities, and fosters a culture of belonging for staff and community members. With responsibilities spanning civil rights compliance, ADA Title II coordination, Indigenous partnerships, workforce equity, and community‑led initiatives, the Office plays a central role in transforming City operations. Within a mayor‑council structure and a new City Administrator model, the Chief Equity Officer is a pivotal leader advancing Portland’s equitable future.
Reports To:
City Administrator
Direct Reports:
Office of Equity & Human Rights, including equity managers and practitioners, data analysts, and administrative and business operations staff. The total number of direct reports is expected to change when Citywide realignment work commences in the Spring of 2026.
Collaborates with:
Citywide equity managers and practitioners, deputy city administrators, city administrator, mayor’s office, bureau directors, and executive citywide practices officers.
The
Chief Equity Officer (Director I)
serves as the City’s senior executive responsible for shaping, implementing, and advancing citywide equity strategies, policies, and cultural transformation efforts. Reporting to the City Administrator, this position leads the Office of Equity and Human Rights and serves as the City’s chief advisor on equity, civil rights compliance, accessibility, and anti‑discrimination practices.
This leader works across all bureaus and offices to operationalize equity in governance, budgeting, workforce practices, community engagement, and service outcomes. The Chief Equity Officer represents the City in regional, statewide, and national equity forums, builds meaningful partnerships with community organizations, and ensures legal and ethical compliance with civil rights and accessibility mandates.
The role requires a strategic systems thinker, a culturally grounded relationship‑builder, and an experienced executive who can inspire change in a complex political and organizational environment.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHIEF EQUITY OFFICER Organizational Leadership & Management
Provide executive leadership to the Office of Equity and Human Rights, including strategic planning, organizational direction, budget oversight, staffing, and operational management.
Lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for Civil Rights Title VI compliance, ADA Title II accessibility work, partnering with Indigenous people, workforce equity, policy development, training, and community engagement initiatives.
Partner with the City Administrator, deputy city administrators, and bureau directors to integrate equity into decision‑making, policy development, budgeting, and leadership practices.
Develop and maintain internal systems, performance measures, and accountability structures that track progress toward citywide equity outcomes.
Oversee the City’s compliance with civil rights, anti‑discrimination, and accessibility laws, including Title VI, ADA Title II, and related federal and state mandates.
Direct the development and implementation of citywide equity frameworks, programs, tools, and reporting structures.
Serve as a strategic advisor to the mayor, city administrator, deputy city administrators, and council on the equity implications of proposed legislation, policies, and initiatives.
Coordinate equity impact analyses and provide clear recommendations to inform inclusive decision‑making.
Represent the City in legal, regulatory, and policy‑related forums, working closely with the City Attorney’s Office and partner bureaus.
Community Engagement & Public Representation
Serve as one of the City’s primary ambassadors for equity, representing the Office of Equity and Human Rights in regional and national spaces.
Build strong, trust‑based relationships with culturally specific organizations, community partners, civil rights advocates, Indigenous communities, and accessibility communities.
Ensure community voices—especially those from historically and currently marginalized groups—inform City programs, policies, and priorities.
Engage with Council offices, civic leaders, and public stakeholders to advance shared equity goals and respond to community needs with transparency and accountability.
Equity, Inclusion & Workforce Transformation
Lead initiatives to embed equity principles in hiring, promotion, training, workplace culture, and leadership development across all bureaus.
Oversee implementation of Workforce Equity initiatives and citywide employee engagement strategies.
Support bureaus in addressing structural inequities, institutional barriers, and disparate outcomes affecting employees and community members.
Champion trauma‑informed, culturally responsive leadership practices that strengthen belonging and reduce harm.
Ensure the Office of Equity and Human Rights programs and tools are accessible, community‑informed, and grounded in best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS The City of Portland strongly encourages applications from all interested individuals, even those who may not meet all listed qualifications.
MINIMUM
Demonstrated experience leading and implementing equity, inclusion, racial justice, anti‑racism, or civil rights initiatives at a programmatic or systems level.
Experience navigating complex organizational environments and driving equity‑centered change, including facilitating transitions and supporting cultural or structural transformation.
Experience supervising and developing staff, building healthy and effective teams, and supporting employee well‑being in environments experiencing change or organizational instability.
Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating equity‑related policies, accountability systems, and data‑informed strategies that produce measurable organizational change.
Experience communicating and advocating for equity‑focused strategies with diverse stakeholders, including executive leadership, elected officials, labor partners, affinity groups, community organizations, and staff at all levels.
Experience establishing and sustaining collaborative, trusting partnerships with culturally specific communities, labor organizations, internal bureaus, and external agencies to advance shared equity outcomes.
A bachelor’s degree in a related field or a combination of education and professional experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the role. A degree may be substituted with an equivalent number of years of relevant professional experience.
PREFERRED
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a management position.
Experience leading equity, civil rights, organizational change, or cultural transformation efforts within large, complex organizations.
Demonstrated success in executive leadership roles overseeing diverse teams and programs.
Strong ability to navigate politically sensitive environments, build cross‑sector partnerships, and maintain trust under pressure.
Demonstrated experience working with culturally specific communities, Indigenous communities, disability communities, and historically marginalized groups.
Familiarity with public administration, municipal government operations, policy‑making, and budgeting.
Skilled communicator with the ability to synthesize complex issues, influence decision‑making, and represent the organization clearly and thoughtfully.
Commitment to trauma‑informed practices, accessibility, and inclusive leadership.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Advance equity as a core, enterprise‑wide operating discipline embedded across governance, budgeting, workforce systems, policy, service delivery, and technology.
Establish and enforce durable citywide equity standards, metrics, and accountability systems, holding bureaus and leadership responsible for measurable outcomes.
Partner effectively with Human Resources and labor leadership in unionized environments to advance workforce equity, retention, and psychological safety.
Translate equity commitments into operational tools and data‑informed decision‑making, demonstrating impact through ethical stewardship and sustained implementation.
Build trust with culturally specific, immigrant, refugee, and historically marginalized communities while navigating complex political and legal environments with executive presence and credibility.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY The City of Portland is committed to dismantling systemic inequities, improving equitable service delivery, and creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, safe, and supported. The City honors the histories and lived experiences of its diverse communities and partners closely with those most impacted by inequity to shape its policies and priorities.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected classifications in accordance with local, state, and federal law.
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