Inclusion And Diversity Specialist

At Lyft, our mission is to improve people’s lives with the world’s best transportation. To do this, we start with our own community by creating an open, inclusive, and diverse organization.

Lyft is looking for an Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Specialist to develop and execute key strategies in support of making Lyft a great place to work. This individual will collaborate with stakeholders across the organization and work on a variety of projects to drive I&D across our global footprint. The specialist will play a critical role in the implementation and facilitation of the execution of I&D programs and initiatives.

The ideal candidate has experience in I&D and project management and can own and operationalize strategies. The Inclusion and Diversity Specialist will report to The Head of Inclusion & Diversity.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a project manager to develop and implement strategic initiatives, inclusive of results metrics
• Collaborate, consult and partner with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct research and analysis to identify and address I&D organizational gaps and remain current with trends
• Ability to analyze people data and implement recommendations based on findings
• Ability to work through ambiguity and exhibit ownership of I&D initiatives
• Exhibit advanced verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• In this role, you will support I&D initiatives ensuring alignment and integration of strategic plans and programming
• Identify training and or resource needs and deliver solutions to stakeholders
• Support Global I&D strategy communications, ensure regional alignment and metrics

Experience:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to think strategically and programmatically
• Excellent communication, writing, collaborating, and project management skills
• 2+ years of professional experience in the diversity, equity, and inclusion space and/or operations
• Strong project management skills to handle complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while multitasking, re-prioritizing projects and communicating priority updates to stakeholders
• Experience designing data-driven programs and managing dynamic budgets
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of multiple facets of diversity: cultural, ethnic,racial, religious, gender, educational, age, sexual orientation, sexual identity, and other differences that make up Lyft
• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience

Benefits:

• 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
• Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program
• 401(k) plan to help save for your future
• In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have unlimited paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Mental health benefits

Lyft is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Starting in September 2023, this role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Thursdays and a team-specific third day. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year.

The expected range of pay for this position in the Nashville area is $77,40- $86,100. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.