Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Programming

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the world’s leading arena development, management, and hospitality company founded in 2015 by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff to disrupt business as usual. As the largest developer of sports and entertainment facilities in the world, OVG prioritizes the way we do business focusing on making long-term investments in our people and our planet. We focus on building a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive workplace. Each day our team members around the world and throughout our local communities work together to provide the greatest experience to our fans and partners.

We celebrate and support a strong, transparent, authentic and inclusive culture focused around four core values:

• We treat each other fairly and with respect.
• We act with integrity.
• We have an entrepreneurial spirit.
• We give back to our global community.

More information at OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of DEI Programming to lead and drive our organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that promote a diverse, equitable, and making inclusive workplace. This role reports to the Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

This role will pay a salary of $100,000 to $125,000.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

Responsibilities

1. Program Development: Operationalize and implement a comprehensive DEI programming strategy that aligns with our DE&I roadmap, creating a more inclusive and equitable work environment.
2. Training and Workshops: Oversee, design, and deliver our DEI training program, workshops, and events for employees at all levels, aimed at raising awareness and educating on DEI topics.
3. Leadership Development: Assist in designing and implementing leadership development programs that promote diversity in leadership roles, identify high-potential individuals, and prepare them for leadership positions.
4. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and DE&I Council : Oversee and support OVG’s existing ERGs and our DE&I Council, creating a space for employees and leaders to connect, share experiences, and contribute to the organization’s DEI goals.
5. Recruitment and Onboarding: Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and Management to ensure that recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies are aligned with DEI objectives, focusing on reducing bias and increasing diversity.
6. Policy and Compliance: Stay up-to-date on DE&I laws and regulations, ensuring the our policies and practices are in compliance and that employees are informed.
7. Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and report on DEI data, providing insights and recommendations for improvements in diversity and inclusion efforts.
8. Community Engagement: Assist in establishing relationships with external organizations, educational institutions, and communities to promote DEI initiatives both within OVG and externally.
9. Metrics and Reporting: Regularly report to VP of DE&I on the progress of DEI programming initiatives, using data to measure the effectiveness of these programs.

10. Business Development. Assist in completing RFPs for new business and present at tastings and venue management presentations.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of digital marketing, content creation, and public relations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proven ability to manage and develop high-performance teams.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing comprehensive marketing and communication strategies.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

EEO

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.