SDG&E is not just an energy company, we are the architects of a brighter, cleaner future. Our employees power everyday life for 3.7 million people - bringing the energy to support their passions, ambitions, and the heartbeat of our community.

We call Southern California our home. It's where we chase our dreams and raise our families. That's why the people who live here deserve an energy company unlike any other, and that's why every day, SDG&E employees strive to be at the forefront of innovations to reduce emissions, modernize the electric grid, and enable our customers to make the transition to clean technologies. We're redefining sustainability, advancing zero-emissions solutions, and driving the electric vehicle revolution.

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Primary Purpose:

Supports the execution of SDG&E's Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) strategy to foster an inclusive, respectful, and engaged workplace culture by advancing D&I initiatives, maintaining ongoing programs, and advising on the development, implementation and management of new policies, programs, and practices. Provides consultation, coaching, and guidance to management and employees while ensuring compliance with federal and state affirmative action and fair employment laws.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource in diversity and inclusion, providing technical knowledge to develop and integrate strategies, policies, and programs that enhance employee engagement and workplace culture. Advise management on the design, implementation, and evaluation of D&I initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Provide ongoing guidance and oversight to employee resource groups to ensure alignment with operating procedures and company goals. Partner with group leaders to develop annual plans and track progress against goals.
• Design and deliver diversity and inclusion training ensuring D&I concepts are integrated into broader learning and development programs.
• Analyze workforce data and reports to inform strategic goals, identify gaps, and track progress to drive accountability and transparency.
• Monitor emerging trends and legislation related to diversity, EEO, and affirmative action to assess potential risks and opportunities. Collaborate with the legal department and senior management to develop mitigation strategies.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Hybrid Schedule:

• Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow the employee to work onsite three days per week and remotely on the remaining workdays.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Business, Management, Public Administration, Behavioral Sciences, Communications, Human Resources, or related fields or equivalent training and experience.
• 3 years experience in Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources Management, Project Management or related fields or equivalent training and/or experience.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships and drive consensus.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, team and senior leadership personnel from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and with diverse personalities.
• Organizational and project management abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage sometimes controversial and adversarial situations with impartiality and tact.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality of employee information.
• Ability to both work autonomously and in a team environment, including inspiring, advising, and motivating a network of volunteer employees.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, requiring different competencies and skill sets.
• Ability to negotiate, persuade, motivate, and influence others on highly sensitive and sometimes abstract issues.
• Ability to effectively use discretion and communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop, coordinate, and deliver diversity-related training programs and activities to large audiences.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office suite and similar applications.
• Ability to effectively analyze and report on data.
• Knowledge of federal and state Affirmative Action and EEO laws.
• Knowledge of a range of diversity related topics and concerns affecting an organization.
• Travel to various SDG&E job sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion, or Project Management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.