DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION TRAINEE
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Trainee is a non-competitive state civil service title, so there is no ranked exam. You qualify by meeting the stated education and experience.
It lists a bachelor's degree as the baseline, with an experience-based path open to those who do not hold the degree. Pay on the FY 2027 schedule runs $53,282 to $55,691.
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The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under the close supervision of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator 4, or other supervisory official in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) unit of a state department, institution, or agency, as a trainee and productive worker, receives on-the-job training in the development, coordination, and implementation of programs and initiatives aimed at infusing diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization; learns to analyze department policies and procedures, and legislation related to DEI; learns to provide training and information to department officials and employees on DEI programs, resources, and trends; learns to research and respond to inquiries; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Under close supervision, as a trainee and productive worker: Learns to develop, coordinate, and implement the department's DEI programs and initiatives; learns to collaborate with various department units to create an inclusive work environment for all employees. Learns to develop and distribute DEI surveys and questionnaires; learns to analyze results and create reports to determine how to better support the recruitment, engagement, and retention of diverse employees. Learns how to develop, analyze, and prepare diversity-related metrics for reports; learns how to monitor, review, and examine internal and external diversity data and provide data analysis. Learns to analyze and review department policies and procedures to identify any systemic barriers and recommend improvements in DEI to foster an inclusive work environment and culture through progressive policies. Learns to review and analyze new legislation related to DEI. Learns to compile and prepare material for the department's DEI training presentations, events, workshops, and awareness sessions. Learns to research and respond to routine inquiries from employees and others regarding the department's progress on specific DEI issues, application of regulations and policies, and/or available resources. Learns to prepare basic technical, statistical, and/or financial reports for use by the supervisor to measure progress. Learns to prepare notices, memoranda, and/or news releases about policy changes, major events, or other information. Reads journals and/or other publications to keep current with developments in the field. Learns to perform research in the area of workplace DEI best practices and current trends. Maintains essential records, reports, and files. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of DEI principles and best practices after a period of training. Knowledge of laws, policies, rules, and regulations related to equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and DEI after a period of training. Knowledge of training principles and techniques after a period of training. Knowledge of unions and community organizations, their purposes, capabilities, and agendas after a period of training. Knowledge of program development and monitoring techniques after a period of training. Knowledge of basic descriptive statistics. Knowledge of the methods used to gather and analyze data. Ability to track, review, and interpret legislation and apply laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to assess how diversity is interwoven into the agency's mission, vision, culture, and strategy. Ability to identify and define systemic barriers and develop practical solutions to rectify such situations. Ability to analyze data/information pertaining to DEI programs/initiatives and draw logical conclusions. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with associates, task forces, workgroups, and others. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to keep current with new trends and developments in DEI. Ability to prepare technical, statistical, and/or financial reports, notices, memoranda, and/or news releases. Ability to perform basic mathematical and statistical calculations (e.g., mean, standard deviation, percentages, addition, subtraction, etc.). Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. ADVANCEMENT: Appointees who successfully complete the required twelve (12) month training period will be eligible for advancement to the title of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator 1 under Civil Service Commission procedures. The inability of an employee in this trainee title to attain a level of performance warranting advancement to the title listed above shall be considered cause for separation.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Four (4) years of professional experience in developing, coordinating, and/or implementing programs designed to address diversity, equity, and/or inclusion in the workplace. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute a valid certification in Diversity from an accredited college or institution towards meeting the above requirements. Applicants must submit proof showing the number of credits earned by attaining the certification. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.