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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:  

The Equity and Inclusion (E&I) Department advances antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion across the City through strategy, organizational culture, policy development, and service delivery. We build connections by fostering a workplace and community culture where the rights, dignity, and contributions of every employee, resident, and visitor are valued and protected. The E&I Department has multiple divisions, including the Office of Equity and Inclusion, the American Freedmen Commission, the Commission on Immigration Rights and Citizenship, the Commission for Persons with Disabilities, the Commission on the Status of Women, the Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Prevention Initiative, the Human Rights Commission, the LGBTQ+ Commission, the Peace Commission, and the Police Review and Advisory Board. Together, we collaborate with all City departments, community partners and businesses, other government agencies, and residents to operationalize diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and opportunity.  

ABOUT THE ROLE:  

The Equity and Inclusion Trainer is an engaging facilitator and thoughtful instructional designer who helps deliver high-quality learning experiences across a municipal government organization. Reporting to the Executive Director of the Office of Equity and Inclusion, the Equity and Inclusion Trainer supports the development, coordination, and delivery of training and learning initiatives that strengthen inclusive practices, build employee skills, and deepen organizational understanding of equity. 

This role suits a trainer who is skilled at creating welcoming learning spaces, translating equity concepts into practical skills, and adapting content for audiences with different levels of exposure to equity work. The trainer collaborates closely with colleagues, city departments, and community partners to ensure training is responsive, accessible, and impactful. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Training Delivery and Facilitation 

• Facilitate equity and inclusion trainings, workshops, and discussions for employees at all organizational levels and occasionally for department Commissions and Boards.   

• Use accessible, interactive, adult-learning methods to engage participants and promote skill development. 

• Adapt training content to fit a variety of departmental contexts and employee roles. 

Instructional Design and Content Support 

• Assist in designing and updating training materials, curricula, and resource guides. 

• Help identify training needs through surveys, feedback, and consultation with departments. 

• Incorporate best practices, research, and relevant case examples into training materials. 

Program Coordination and Logistics 

• Coordinate scheduling, registration, communication, and follow-up for training sessions. 

• Track attendance, feedback, and training outcomes for reporting and evaluation. 

• Maintain training documentation, digital resources, and learning platforms. 

Collaboration and Partnership 

• Work with HR, department leaders, employee groups, and community partners to support equitable learning opportunities. 

• Participate in cross-departmental projects that integrate equity-focused learning into city operations. 

• Provide guidance and support for departmental equity efforts, as appropriate. 

Other Duties 

• Stay current on trends, tools, and approaches in equity, inclusion, cultural humility, and adult learning. 

• Contribute to broader initiatives within the Equity and Inclusion Department, as needed. 

• Occasional evening and weekend work hours are required to support the Commissions and Boards' learning programming.   

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree or 3-5 years of experience in training, instructional design, adult learning, or equity-related work, or equivalent education and experience. 

• Demonstrated experience facilitating discussions or trainings related to equity, diversity, or inclusion. 

• Experience designing or adapting curricula, learning materials, or workshops. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to create inclusive, respectful learning environments. 

• Solid understanding of equity, anti-racism, bias, cultural humility, and related concepts. 

• Familiarity with adult-learning methods and instructional design principles. 

• Ability to translate complex or sensitive topics into accessible content. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, manage schedules, and maintain accurate records. 

• Comfort working with diverse teams and employees across various roles. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Forms, Teams, and SharePoint) and Zoom; proficiency with cloud-based systems.  

• Working knowledge of presentation tools and common office software. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work requires the ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to read and analyze large quantities of information. Ability to travel back and forth from office locations. 

The work is mainly performed in a typical office setting with fluorescent lighting, air conditioning, computers, and other standard office equipment. There may also be meetings held in different offices or locations. Depending on operational requirements, the position may qualify for a hybrid work arrangement in accordance with the City's Telework Policy. 

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: 

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance 

• Vacation and Sick leave eligible 

• Paid parental leave  

• Sick Incentive Pay Eligible 

• 3 Personal days 

• 14 Paid Holidays 

• Management Allowance, $2,700/year     

• City employee commuter benefits (T-Pass reimbursement, Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle membership) 

The City of Cambridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.