Steptoe & Johnson LLP, a Washington, DC-based Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator to join its People Operations Department. This position’s primary focus is on supporting theSenior Manager, DEI in implementing and executing strategic Diversity, Equityand Inclusion priorities.

Essential Functions

• Work with Senior Manager, DEI to implement and execute internal and external DEI initiatives in alignment with the firm’s overall DEI goals
• Work with Senior Manager to measure effectiveness of the firm’s DEI initiatives
• Serve as liaison between firm Affinity Groups and the DEI team
• Assist in the response to DEI-related industry surveys, rankings, and other submissions
• Maintain database of survey responses, awards, rankings, etc.
• Draft firm and external communications (DEI newsletter, social media, etc.)
• Create DEI-related collateral and presentations
• Assist with the management of DEI budget and expenses
• Coordinate updates and changes to internal and external web pages
• Coordinate event logistics, sponsorships, and partnerships
• Schedule DEI meetings and record meeting minutes
  

Non-Essential Functions

• General DEI team administrative tasks
• Perform other tasks as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 3 years of related experience (preferably in a law firm setting)
  

Success Factors

• Demonstrated success assisting with diversity initiatives implementation
• Strong understanding of the implications of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Adept at handling concurrent projects and competing priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong commitment to protecting the confidentiality of personnel records and information
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Effective listening skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Genuine interest in furthering the DEI agenda in the legal profession
  

Work Environment

• Extra weekday and weekend hours may be required for special programs or events
• Must be able to work under tight deadlines and in demanding situations
• Non-Smoking environment
• Hybrid work arrangements may be available for this position
  

Steptoe & Johnson LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.