Equity & Inclusion Programs Lead

King County Housing Authority; Tukwila (WA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

King County Housing Authority seeks a Program Manager for Inclusive Outcomes (EDIB) to translate equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging goals into everyday practices across the organization. You will guide conversations, develop programs, and measure outcomes to improve services to residents and workforce experiences.

You will partner with leaders, departments, and community groups, providing training, data-informed evaluation, and policy guidance while advancing KCHA's mission and REDI

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (HR, public administration, policy, business)
• Experience developing and evaluating programs advancing equity, engagement, and organizational effectiveness
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop and evaluate initiatives and activities supporting Inclusive Outcomes
• Partner with stakeholders to analyze, develop, and implement policies and procedures
• Coordinate equity/inclusion efforts with internal/external partners
• Serve on committees (e.g., REDI) and train staff to apply an equity lens
• Establish, track and report Inclusive Outcomes metrics and outcomes
• Develop agency-wide communications and training materials
• Plan events and manage logistics for inclusion-focused activities
• Collaborate across departments to foster inclusive culture

Skills

EDIB

Facilitation

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Public Administration/Public Policy/Business Administration

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Planner

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

This non-federally funded employee focused Program Manager for Inclusive Outcomes (EDIB) contributes to making King County Housing Authority a place where everyone feels respected, included, and able to succeed. This role leads efforts across the organization to turn our equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging goals into real, everyday practices.

In this role, you’ll work with leaders, teams, and other stakeholder to build programs, lead conversations, and provide guidance that supports a more inclusive workplace. You’ll help teams consider how their decisions and processes affect employees and the residents they serve, translating inclusion principles into measurable outcomes that strengthen both workforce practices and organizational effectiveness.

You’ll also track progress by gathering data and feedback to understand what’s working and where we can improve. This work is carried out through group facilitation, program development, training, and data-informed evaluation, with the goal of creating meaningful, lasting change—so employees feel a stronger sense of belonging and we deliver more equitable services to the communities we serve.

King County Housing Authority (KCHA) is the largest provider of affordable housing in the Pacific Northwest and a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. To learn more aboutKCHA and our Mission visit this link.

We transform lives through housing.

Please note this position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be received by October 12, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

• Plan, organize, develop and evaluate initiatives and activities aimed at supporting KCHA's Inclusive Outcomes programs and activities which include assessing organizational needs, setting program goals, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with agency priorities.

• Partner with stakeholders to analyze, develop, and implement new and/or improved policies and procedures applicable to cross-departmental Inclusive Outcomes initiatives.
• Work closely with internal and external partners, working groups, and other departments to coordinate equity and inclusion efforts, and maintain relations with community organizations and stakeholders.
• Serve on a variety of committees and task forces, including working in partnership with the Racial Equity Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Committee.
• Train and provide technical support to develop, deliver, and evaluate training programs and resources that help staff at all levels integrate an “equity lens” into their daily work. This includes creating educational materials, facilitating workshops on unconscious bias and inclusive practices, and offering guidance during challenging conversations.
• Establish, track and assess Inclusive Outcomes metrics and prepare periodic reports for senior management for evaluating/measuring the impact of the Inclusive Outcomes programs and activities, including but not limited to cross-cultural resource initiatives for return on investment. Collaborate cross-departmentally to develop survey instruments to measure satisfaction of EDI initiatives. Create instruments linking Inclusive Outcomes and cross-cultural awareness to KCHA's operational practices, initiatives and strategies.
• Develop and execute agency-wide communication plans that explain inclusive outcomes work in clear, audience-appropriate language. Translate data, community input, and program results into compelling stories and key messages; create and coordinate communications (toolkits, talking points, intranet/email content, presentations, and other materials as needed).
• Plan, coordinate, and support events that advance inclusive outcomes goals (e.g., training, listening sessions, outreach events, and internal convenings). Manage event logistics and timelines; coordinate with speakers/partners and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Collaborate and coordinate activities among KCHA's employee committees to enhance KCHA's culture of inclusive collaboration and leverage resources.
• Attend technical workshops, professional development opportunities, and local meetings to stay abreast of current trends and issues impacting the EDI sector.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, or related field AND
• Considerable experience developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and initiatives that advance equity, engagement, and organizational effectiveness within a complex organization, with preferred experience in Human Resources, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, Public Housing, or related fields OR
• An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understands technical aspects of the position and continuously builds knowledge, keeping up to date on the substantive and procedural aspects of the position.
  • Applies thorough and current knowledge of human resources administration such as supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and best practices to support organizational goals.
  • Cultural sensitivity and competency, which is essential in serving economically disadvantaged, diverse populations with a particular focus on households that often fall through the community-based safety net.
  • Maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures related to equity, diversity & inclusion, Civil Rights Act of 1957, and HUD’s Title VI Regulations.
• Communicates with clarity and professionalism in both verbal and written formats, including the preparation of factual and policy-based documentation.
  • Ability to compose and prepare strong technical correspondence; demonstrated proofreading and editing skills.
  • Ability to understand, interpret and explain difficult materials with complicated information that may contain excerpts from regulatory and/or legal documents to all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrates exceptional presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive orconfidential information.
• Effective interpersonal relations skills with the ability to work collaboratively to garner trust, respect, and confidence from others; can be relied upon to achieve excellent results; ability towork effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team member with well-developed organizational and time management skills; ability to develop effective working relationships; works cooperatively, exchanges ideas, and addresses issues in a constructive manner.
• Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Planner, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint).

Special Requirements:

• Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check in accordance with applicable law.

• Position requires occasional off-site travel within the State of Washington for KCHA business needs. Driving is not an essential function of the position, and a valid driver’s license is not required.

Application Requirements:
To be considered for this opportunity:

• Complete the online application profile in its entirety.
• Upload a cover letter that addresses how your experience and education qualify you to perform the essential functions listed in the job announcement. (Cover Letter)
• Upload a detailed résumé of all educational and professional experiences. (Résumé)

Salary & Benefits:
Salary range is $98,853.00 to $138,394.48 with a midpoint of $118,623.25. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint; however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market. Salary is negotiable. Performance based merit increase opportunities and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) are reviewed on an annual basis. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits are also available. For more details regarding KCHA comprehensive benefits, please visit our benefits page.

Work Environment:
After initial onboarding, this role will have the opportunity to work remotely in accordance with the KCHA's flexible work arrangements; however, remote work conditions will be reviewed on a regular basis based on business and program need. Employees must reside in Washington State and having the ability to report to the Central Office in Tukwila will be required. Some local travel may be required to support KCHA business needs.

Physical Requirements:

Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals

with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires standing and occasionally requires walking and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Equal Opportunity:
King County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.