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At our core, we’re passionate, committed people who believe together we can achieve extraordinary things. We work collaboratively with each other, our customers and partners to solve the world’s greatest challenges. That means listening to one another, providing feedback and partnering across all levels. We value our inclusive culture where everyone is heard equally and creativity thrives. Each team member is fully invested in our mission and we bring an energy to work every day that propels our business and motivates us all to Go Beyond.®
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The Human Resources Strategic Capabilities Unit develops, retains, rewards and attracts talent needed for the business to attain strategic and operational goals.
Diversity & Inclusion Specialist I
The Diversity & Inclusion Specialist I will be a critical member of our Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) team and will support delivering research-driven best practices in creating learning opportunities in the Aerospace & Defense industry that support equitable access, inclusive environments, and a sense of belonging. The D&I Specialist collaborates with team members to develop and deliver relevant products such as job aids and resources, as well as an in-person and live webinar engagement opportunities. In addition, the D&I Specialist partners with Global D&I to support Ball Employee Resource and Interest Groups.
What You’ll Do:
- Collaborate and cultivate relationships with HR partners, business leaders, stakeholders, and other team members to develop and implement inclusion, diversity and belonging action plans
- Provide administrative support to the D&I team to include payment of invoices, inventory control, meeting/event set up.
- Provide project coordination/support on multiple projects
- Perform a variety of activities as a Specialist I in the Diversity & Inclusion area, as needed:
- Act as the D&I liaison to Ball Networks (Employee Resource Groups) and update business leaders on upcoming events and/or needed support.
- Assist and support the Aerospace D&I Advisory Council
- Drive and develop all elements of the D&I Ally program
- Make recommendations based on research and best practices in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and then collaborate on the development of content and products.
- Prepare and create supporting online and physical D&I materials (workbooks, guides, handouts, resources, evaluations, etc.)
- Facilitate and host online and in-person engagement opportunities, as needed and assigned.
- Have fun solving problems and be a part of a rapidly expanding business in the Aerospace, Defense and Technology industry.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master’s or PhD, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Any D&I/DEI focused Certifications preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, awareness of and commitment to contemporary issues of inclusion, social justice, diversity, access, and equity.
- Must have intermediate or advanced computer skills such as Word, Excel, Windows, etc.
- Ability to build relationships quickly to reach the desired outcomes preferred.
- Excellent communication skills with an ability to interact with all levels of teammates (e.g., senior leaders, early-career employees) preferred.
- Ability to effectively conduct conversations on various D&I topics while creating an environment of trust, compassion, and understanding preferred.
- Must have great attention to detail and good follow-up skills.
- Must be able to use initiative when presenting solutions to management.
- Must be a team player and able to work with consensus decision making.
- Must be able to accomplish goals and objectives through influence and persuasion.
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills preferred.
- Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, team environment with tight deadlines preferred.
- Ability to successfully partner with other Human Resources functions (Talent Acquisition, Talent & Organizational Development, Compensation, etc.).
Flexible On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site for three or more days per work week. Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
- Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.
- Work is performed in an office environment
Relocation for this position is not available.
Compensation & Benefits:
- HIRING SALARY RANGE: $57,000 – $76,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
- This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.
US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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