Equity Coordinator (Administrative Officer)

Full-time position available with the Office of the City Manager, Equity Office located at 414 E. 12th St.
Salary Range: $4,619-$6,928/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: September 29, 2025


Responsibilities

The City of Kansas City is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Equity Coordinator to lead and support the initiatives that promote equity across City departments and within the community. This role manages complex, cross-departmental projects, builds relations with residents and partners, and helps shape equitable policy, service delivery, and community engagement practices. The Equity Coordinator collaborates with departments to embed equity principles in policies and programs; develop and promote tools, trainings, and resources to build staff capacity

The Equity Coordinator also identifies and manages grant-funded projects-particularly those from public-sector innovation funders focused on climate and environmental justice, health equity, housing, economic opportunity, community engagement and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages complex, multi-stakeholder equity-focused projects with competing deadlines utilizing Exceptional project management and organizational skills
• Utilizes data and research to inform and evaluate policy or programmatic decisions that support the implementation of the city's equity goals and strategies.
• Effectively works with communities from a variety of backgrounds in co-creation processes and community engagement through equitable and inclusive frameworks.
• Researches, identifies, and manages grants and partnerships aligned with equity priorities.

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in business or public sector administration to include at least 2 years performing administrative and/or supervisory work involving more complex projects or programs; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience with at least 2 years performing administrative and/or supervisory work involving more complex projects or programs.

Preferred qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in project management, public policy, equity work, or related roles in government or nonprofit settings.
• Demonstrated experience engaging diverse communities and building trust with historically underrepresented populations.
• Experience applying equity and anti-discrimination frameworks to public programs and services.
• Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive conversations across cultural and institutional contexts.
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and performance measurement tools.
• Grant writing and management experience.

Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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