Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Outreach Specialist

About the role

The Illinois Power Agency seeks a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Outreach Specialist to advance DEI within the state’s growing clean‑energy economy. Reporting to the DEI Partnerships Manager, the specialist will serve as a primary community‑facing representative, connecting job seekers, employers, and partners with agency resources.

Key responsibilities

• Lead implementation of community outreach initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate communications and partnership development to raise awareness of equity initiatives and renewable‑energy programs.
• Maintain relationships with outreach partners, gather community feedback, and inform agency equity strategies.
• Travel throughout Illinois, including overnight trips, to support events, meetings, conferences, and trainings.

Required profile

• Excellent communicator and relationship builder with strong organizational and project‑coordination abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the clean‑energy sector.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly for field‑based outreach.
• Bilingual skills are welcome.