Job Description
Globalization and increased legal accountability have increased the demand for Diversity professionals. Depending on the size of the company, Diversity and Inclusion professionals will ensure company compliance with federal and state affirmative action laws, report regularly on specific targets to the Government and other institutions, provide funding and corporate sponsorship to external organizations, and run programs within the company that encourage diversity and inclusion. In many companies, Diversity and Inclusion is a key initiative that has the attention of Senior Executives.

If you are considering a career in Diversity and Inclusion, ask yourself the following questions:

• Are you interested in working with Government and non-profit organizations?
• Can you multi-task effectively?
• Are you able to represent the interest of several groups, especially those are different from your own?
• Do you have effective presentation and influencing skills?

Median Salary
$54,000

Education Requirements
The educational backgrounds of Diversity and Inclusion Managers vary considerably, reflecting the diversity of duties and levels of responsibility. In filling entry-level jobs, many employers seek college graduates who have majored in human resources, human resources administration, or industrial and labor relations. Other employers look for college graduates with a technical or business background or a well-rounded liberal arts education.

Job Outlook
Employment of human resources, training, and labor relations managers and specialists is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations. College graduates who have earned certification should have the best job opportunities. Overall employment is projected to grow by 17 percent between 2006 and 2016, faster than the average for all occupations.