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When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Description

Assesses emerging needs of different communities in the workplace, leads various initiatives to diversify workforce and create an inclusive work environment

Skills

Diversity Program Management: Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage DEI related projects; ability to plan, organize, and monitor the projects, ensuring efficient utilization of resources to achieve diversity and inclusion objectives.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Emotional Intelligence: Knowledge of the concepts of Emotional Intelligence (EI); ability to perceive, assess and help manage the emotions of self and others while simultaneously exhibiting resiliency, drive and commitment to results.

Embedding Inclusion: Knowledge of tools, techniques, and approaches of embedding inclusion; ability to drive inclusion within workplace.

Cultural Competence: Knowledge of different cultures, values and norms; ability to understand, communicate with, and work effectively with people from various cultures.

What You’ll Do

• Advisor to the company’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), facilitating and managing the governance related to ERG activities
• Foster and manage relationships with diversity partners and internal stakeholders to embed DEI strategies, programs and guidelines to attract, develop and retain talented diverse workforce.
• Collaborate across the team and assist with the implementation of key elements of the overall DEI strategy
• Review, assess and benchmark DEI market trends to consistently deliver best practices for the organization

Who You Are

• College or university degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in related fields
• Interpersonal skills are required in order to deal with sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the department to take specific actions.

Location:

• This position would ideally be located in Peoria, IL; Nashville, TN; Irving, TX; Remote in Illinois however open to considering other Caterpillar facilities within the U.S. (candidates permanent address must be within 50-mile driving distance to a Caterpillar facility)
  • For a full list of U.S. Caterpillar facilities please visit: https://www.caterpillar.com/en/company/global-footprint/americas/united-states.html

Employee Benefit Details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Final Details

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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.

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EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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