Your Qualifications:

• 3 to 5+ years experience leading company wide DEI programs, including managing and partnering with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) 
• 5+ years of experience leading people, directly and indirectly in a matrixed environment (ex. ERG Co-Chairs)
• Experience hands on managing multiple concurrent projects and/or programs, and working in a highly collaborative environment
• Highly skilled in drafting, revising and delivering internal communications 
• Proven track record of accelerating business goals by rolling out effective employee programs
• The ability to balance pace and precision. Move quickly when the circumstances allow and slowing down when precision matters the most
• Experience prioritizing projects and managing a department budget
• Track record of consistently leveraging data to drive and inform decisions
• Strengths include influencing, facilitating, and presenting to large audiences
• Ability to succeed in a scrappy, hands-on environment, working alongside passionate and dedicated team members
• Demonstrated ability to develop trust and create a safe environment for all employees across all levels and geographies

Your Responsibilities:

• Partner with our People Team to drive programs and strategies that promote employee engagement and a sense of belonging for all global employees
• Own and refine our current DEI strategy, crafting a longer-term mission and formal framework from which to advance employee engagement, including strategic plan, goals, policies, and budget
• Support the growth and overall strategy of our Employee Resource Groups and act as a liaison between ERGs and Senior Leadership to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Evaluate DEI efforts by identifying areas for improvement, directing future programs, and assessing the achievement of annual plan goals
• Collaborate with the People Team on programs and initiatives to further diversify our talent funnel as well as the development and retention of a high-performing diverse and inclusive workforce
• Partner with cross-functional working teams and business leaders, to manage existing and new employee engagement programs
• Contribute to the overall CSR strategy of the company
• Analyze and report out to Senior Leadership on our employee engagement and feedback surveys
• Partner with Learning & Development in designing and delivering training and education on DEI topics to raise awareness and foster an inclusive environment.
• Serve as a resource and advisor to our employees, leaders, and HR on matters related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Benefits of Working at Rover.com

• Competitive compensation
• 401k
• Flexible PTO
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Bring your dog to work (and unlimited puppy time)
• Doggy benefits, including $1000 toward adopting your first dog
• Stocked fridges, coffee, soda, and lots of treats (for humans and dogs) and free catered lunches semi-monthly 
• Regular team activities performed in-person and virtually

Compensation:

• In the greater Seattle area, the first-year salary range is $145,425-$190,053 with a 15% bonus. Additionally, Rover offers benefits to full-time employees.
• The cash compensation offered for this role is dependent on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and abilities as demonstrated in the interview and hiring process.