Available Positions
- Director of Education and Youth Development
- Director of Health Equity and Wellness
- Director of Training and Transgender Resiliency
- Communities Healing Together Project Manager
- Babs Siperstein Fellowship
Director of Education and Youth Development
Garden State Equality is seeking a Director of Education and Youth Development, with the supervision and assistance of the Deputy Director, to oversee Garden State Equality’s Education and Youth Development programs.The Director will be responsible for managing the project life cycles of all but not limited to the following programs throughout the state of New Jersey: Changemakers Leadership Program, Youth Advisory Board, Educational, and Safe Schools Initiatives, and Educators for Equality. The Director will oversee the Education and Youth Development team to execute quality programming, while combating disparities LGBTQ+ youth face in extracurriculars and in their communities, while working to ensure that all students, teachers, families, and administrators are safe in their schools.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming:
- Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Director of Education and Youth Development is responsible for overseeing implementation of all Educational programs.
- Work with the Deputy Director to develop a plan for program delivery, maintaining quality, and measuring impact.
- Work with the Education Director to create trainings and outreach to school districts.
- Work with Education and Youth Development Team to Facilitate training to Educators, School Administrators, and Students.
- Hire, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate program staff, providing support and disciplinary measures when necessary for the annual Changemakers leadership initiative .
- Spearheads and oversees the day to day operations of youth camp.
- Develop age appropriate camp curricula and develop and coordinate daily programs and activities for a safe, engaging, high quality summer program.
- Work with Education and Youth Development Team to oversee, initiate, and engage Youth Advisory Board.
- Oversee Educators for Equality Committee.
- Work with the Deputy Director and Health Equity Team to meet all grant deliverables.
- Cover program delivery when needed, including grant projects.
- Assess programs and feedback, and implement quality improvement initiatives while developing innovative ideas for programming.
- Develop and execute a day long summit for learning for youth.
- Ability to build strong connections within the community and foster collaborations with local partners.
Budgeting & Grant Management:
- Work with the Deputy Director to develop annual Education and Youth Development Budgets.
- Support and maintain financial management, bookkeeping systems/files and financial reporting as it pertains to Education and Youth Development programs
- Works with the Deputy Director and Development team on budgeting and grant proposals.
- The Director of Education and Youth Development may be asked to conduct research which supports new proposals.
Management:
- Oversee all Education and Youth Development Project Managers and Coordinators.
- Work with Deputy Director in goal setting for the Education and Youth Development team.
- Review and evaluate staff performance and annual reviews.
- Work with Education and Youth Development Managers and Coordinators to ensure services are consistent, engaging, and relevant to the individuals served.
- Work to create project lifecycle including deadlines, milestones, and logic models.
- Cover program delivery when needed, including grant projects.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The employee may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor or organization. The job description may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect evolving needs and priorities.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/EXPERIENCE
- A strong personal commitment to Garden State Equality’s mission and work in relation to Education and Youth Development.
- Ability to develop and implement programs related to Garden State Equality’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
- A familiarity with and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and issues of diversity and inclusion, with knowledge of how those issues impact the health and wellbeing of both youth and educators.
- 5 plus years of experience as a camp director managing similarly structured camps, and developing new camps and youth programs.
- Extensive experience in planning and developing camp curricula, as well as modifying activities when required.
- Experience working directly in a classroom, and with students, campers, teachers, and school administrators.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization’s anti-racist values and practices.
- Experience with forecasting, developing, managing, and modifying budgets to execute deliverables, and meet the needs of both the program and organization.
- Advanced ability to recruit, train, and maintain a strong and diverse camp team to help deliver quality programming and camp environment. Extensive experience developing schedules and reviewing and evaluating performance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing and diverse teams who deliver on ambitious goals and benchmarks.
- Ability to provide teams with a clear sense of direction under tight timelines, especially in times of change.
- Strong listening, trust-building, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence, engage, and build relationships with both staff and stakeholders.
- Record of building coalitions and partnerships with like-minded organizations.
- Demonstrated strong facilitation and group leadership skills.
- Strong computer proficiency in Google Workspace and Windows/Microsoft Office environment, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience working in a leadership capacity with diverse groups.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced working environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative independently.
- The ability to collaboratively develop curriculum for educational programming.
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
- An understanding of assessment and measurement tools.
- Willingness and flexibility to engage in occasional weekend, evening, and overnight residential programs.
- Must have own car, valid driver’s license, and auto liability insurance.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds.
- Spanish-language proficiency preferred.
- BA or equivalent in a related field preferred, plus minimum of 3 years’ experience in program development and work in the fields of education, organizational development, and social justice (with a concentration in LGBTQ+ issues).
SALARY
Full-time annual salary commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
TO APPLY
Send cover letter & resume by email to Brielle Winslow-Majette, Deputy Director, at Winslow.Majette@GardenStateEquality.org. Be sure to specify “Director of Education and Youth Development” in your cover letter. No phone calls or visits, please.
Director of Health Equity and Wellness
Garden State Equality is seeking a Director of Health Equity and Wellness to manage, with the supervision and assistance of the Deputy Director, Garden State Equality’s robust Health Equity programs.The Director will be responsible for managing the life cycles of all but not limited to the following programs throughout the state of New Jersey: the Affirming Healthcare Map, Tobacco Cessation, Older Adult, and Vulnerable Populations Projects. The Director will oversee the Health Equity team to execute quality programming, while combating the disparities the LGBTQ+ community faces in regards to healthcare.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming:
- Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Director of Health Equity and Wellness is responsible for overseeing the implementation of all Health Equity and Wellness programs.
- Work with the Deputy Director to develop a plan for program delivery, maintaining quality, and measuring impact.
- Work with the Education Director to create Health Equity and Wellness-focused trainings and outreach to healthcare providers, older adult facilities, and vulnerable populations.
- Work with Health Equity and Wellness Team to facilitate trainings for healthcare providers, older adult facilities, and vulnerable populations.
- Work with the Deputy Director and Health Equity and Wellness Team to meet all grant deliverables.
- Cover program delivery when needed, including grant projects.
- Assess programs and feedback, and implement quality improvement initiatives, while developing innovative ideas for programming.
- Develop organization’s signature Health & Wellness Symposium.
- Ability to build strong connections within the community and foster collaborations with local partners.
Budgeting & Grant Management:
- Work with the Deputy Director to develop annual Health Equity Budgets.
- Support and maintain financial management, bookkeeping systems/files and financial reporting as they pertain to Health and Wellness Programs.
- Work with the Deputy Director and Development team on budgeting and grant proposals.
- The Health Equity Director may be asked to conduct research which supports new proposals.
Management:
- Oversee all Health Equity Project Managers and Coordinators.
- Work with the Deputy Director in goal-setting for the Health and Wellness Team.
- Review and evaluate staff performance and annual reviews.
- Work with Health Equity Project Managers and Coordinators to ensure services are consistent, engaging, and relevant to the individuals served.
- Work to create project lifecycle including deadlines, milestones, and logic models.
- Cover program delivery when needed, including grant projects.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The employee may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor or organization. The job description may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect evolving needs and priorities.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/EXPERIENCE
- A strong personal commitment to Garden State Equality’s mission and work in all facets with a concentration in Health Equity and Wellness.
- Ability to develop and implement programs related to Garden State Equality’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
- Experience working directly with healthcare professionals or in a healthcare facility with healthcare professionals, community leaders, medical schools, and/or community groups.
- A familiarity with and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and issues of diversity and inclusion, with knowledge of how those issues impact health and wellbeing.
- The ability to collaboratively develop curriculum for educational programming pertaining to issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community and healthcare.
- Experience with forecasting, developing, managing, and modifying budgets to execute deliverables, and meet the needs of both the program and organization.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high performing and diverse teams who deliver on ambitious goals and benchmarks.
- Ability to provide teams with a clear sense of direction under tight timelines, especially in times of change.
- Listening, trust building, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence, engage, and build relationships with both staff and stakeholders.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization’s anti-racist values and practices.
- Record of building coalitions and partnerships with like-minded organizations.
- Demonstrated strong facilitation and group leadership skills.
- Strong computer proficiency in Google Workspace and Windows/Microsoft Office environment, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience working in a leadership capacity with diverse groups.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced working environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative independently.
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
- An understanding of assessment and measurement tools.
- Willingness and flexibility to engage in occasional weekend, evening, and overnight residential programs.
- Must have own car, valid driver’s license, and auto liability insurance.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds.
- Spanish-language proficiency preferred.
- BA or equivalent in a related field preferred, plus minimum of 3 years’ experience in program development and work in the fields of education, organizational development, and social justice (with a concentration in LGBTQ+ healthcare).
SALARY
Full-time annual salary commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
TO APPLY
Send cover letter & resume by email to Brielle Winslow-Majette, Deputy Director, at Winslow.Majette@GardenStateEquality.org. Be sure to specify “Director of Health Equity and Wellness” in your cover letter. No phone calls or visits, please.
Director of Training and Transgender Resiliency
Garden State Equality is seeking a Director of Training and Transgender Resiliency to manage, with the supervision and assistance of the Deputy Director, Garden State Equality’s robust Training and Transgender Resiliency programs.The Director will be responsible for actively searching for, creatively designing, and implementing effective methods to educate, enhance, and evaluate facilitation, while continuously expanding the organization’s training content. The Director will oversee both the Training and Transgender Resiliency Equity team to execute quality programming, educate on the needs of the LGBTQ+ community, while combating the disparities the trans and nonbinary communities face through programming and other initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming:
- Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Director of Training and Transgender Resiliency is responsible for overseeing implementation of all training curriculum and trans initiative programs.
- Collaborate with LGBTQ+ community stakeholders and organizational teams to identify and inform specific training needs.
- Work with the Deputy Director to develop a plan for program delivery, maintaining quality and measuring impact.
- Oversee the development of community learning initiatives.
- Continued research of new issues, data, language, and all other information pertinent to training curriculum development and innovative training development.
- Responsible for the outreach, coordination, and acquisition of new institutions to provide training programs.
- Oversee the evaluation of training content and trainer facilitation effectiveness.
- Continually assess the regulatory environment to address the changing needs and the effectiveness of the training offerings, including development and execution of appropriate internal control metrics.
- Work with Deputy Director and training and trans resiliency team to meet all grant deliverables.
- Cover program delivery when needed, including grant projects.
- Assess programs and feedback and implement quality improvement initiatives, while developing innovative ideas for programming.
- Work with Deputy Director & Development Director to execute Equality at Work Symposium.
- Ability to build strong connections within the community and foster collaborations with local partners.
Budgeting & Grant Management:
- Work with Deputy Director to develop annual training and trans resiliency goals and budgets.
- Support and maintain financial management, bookkeeping systems/files, and financial reporting as they pertain to training and trans resiliency Initiatives.
- Work with Deputy Director and Development team on budgeting and grant proposals.
- The Director of Trainings and Trans Resiliency may be asked to conduct research which supports new proposals.
- Ensures that invoices and payments are processed for fee-for-service trainings.
Management:
- Oversee all Training and Trans Resiliency Initiatives Project Managers and Coordinators.
- Work with Deputy Director in goal setting for trans resiliency team.
- Review and evaluate staff performance and annual reviews.
- Work with Training and Trans Resiliency Project Managers and Coordinators to ensure services are consistent, engaging, and relevant to the individuals served.
- Work to create project lifecycle including deadlines, milestones, and logic models.
- Cover program delivery when needed, including grant projects.
- Train and coach all Project Managers and Coordinators on new trainings, research, and methods of engagement for trainings.
- Evaluate trainers for effectiveness and knowledge of content, with ability to provide employees with feedback on their performance or offer guidance on areas for improvement.
- Work with Deputy Director to develop employee onboarding training program and annual training programs for existing employees.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The employee may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor or organization. The job description may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect evolving needs and priorities.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/EXPERIENCE
- A strong personal commitment to Garden State Equality’s mission and work in relation to the organization’s training offerings and transgender resiliency programs.
- Ability to develop and implement programs related to Garden State Equality’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
- Experience working with and addressing the specific needs of the transgender community, including facilitating trainings, planning, developing, and executing events.
- A familiarity with and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and issues of diversity and inclusion, with knowledge of how those issues affect the transgender community while being challenged through educational trainings.
- Experience facilitating, developing, and designing diversity, equity, and inclusion training curricula.
- Experience analyzing and recreating organizational training systems.
- Experience with forecasting, developing, managing, and modifying budgets to execute deliverables, and meet the needs of both the program and organization.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing and diverse teams who deliver on ambitious goals and benchmarks.
- Ability to provide teams with a clear sense of direction under tight timelines, especially in times of change.
- Listening, trust-building and interpersonal skills with ability to influence, engage, and build relationships with both staff and stakeholders.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization’s anti-racist values and practices.
- Record of building coalitions and partnerships with like-minded organizations.
- Demonstrated strong facilitation and group leadership skills.
- Strong computer proficiency in Google Workspace and Windows/Microsoft Office environment, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience working in a leadership capacity with diverse groups.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Adaptability in fast-paced working environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative independently.
- The ability to collaboratively develop curriculum for training programming.
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
- An understanding of assessment and measurement tools.
- Willingness and flexibility to engage in occasional weekend, evening, and overnight residential programs.
- Must have own car, valid driver’s license, and auto liability insurance.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds.
- Spanish-language proficiency preferred.
- BA or equivalent in a related field preferred, plus minimum of 3 years’ experience in program development and work in the fields of curricula development, Trainings, organizational development, and social justice (with a concentration in LGBTQ+ issues)
SALARY
Full-time annual salary commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
TO APPLY
Send cover letter & resume by email to Brielle Winslow-Majette, Deputy Director, at Winslow.Majette@GardenStateEquality.org. Be sure to specify “Director of Training and Transgender Resiliency” in your cover letter. No phone calls or visits, please.
Summer Camp Counselor
A summer camp counselor works under the supervision of the Camp Director, Coordinator, and Advisors, and will directly be responsible for a group of participants aged 14-17. A camp counselor is responsible for the ongoing support and supervision of their group throughout the day. In addition to continual supervision, this camp opportunity offers a unique experience for counselors to regularly be engaged in all aspects of the camp day, including but limited to facilitating activities, leading debrief discussions, supporting participants through challenging situations, and being an overall support system for the duration of programming. Camp will run from August 20–26, 2023.
Our student delegates will be participating in a series of workshops focused on, but not limited to, racism, gender identity and sexual orientation, power and privilege, body positivity and self love, religion/faith, acceptance, and inclusion. Through these workshops, students will create, facilitate, and experience collaborative, student-led activities that will not only be fun, but will foster deep connections for all of our participants from different parts of the state. In addition to participating in leadership work, students will have the chance to participate in a plethora of fun camp activities like rock climbing, canoeing, archery, swimming, talent show night and so much more.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain a professional, supportive, compassionate and inclusive demeanor throughout the program.
- This will include supporting students through difficult conversations, uplifting individuals after emotionally heavy content, and encouraging and leading positive and affirming dialogue.
- Supervise and keep track of delegates throughout the program, ensuring that participants remain engaged, focused, secure, and safe every day.
- Supervise delegates during all meal times and outside of programming hours while in their cabins.
- Ability to work long days while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Remain actively engaged with all delegates and fellow counselors, advisors, and leadership team members to provide a quality experience for all involved in the program.
- Lead delegates in small group discussions, supporting daily programs and workshops, participate in camp activities, and create activities for their groups.
- Help maintain cleanliness in all spaces, both inside and outside.
- Create a positive and nurturing environment that promotes social, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Respond to delegates’ needs, and actively communicate with camp leadership as necessary.
- Assist camp director with any day to day operational needs as they arise.
- Attend all trainings, both virtually and in person, prior to the start of camp.
- Uphold, model, and amplify the mission of Garden State Equality.
- A formal evaluation will be conducted at the conclusion of the camp session.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/EXPERIENCE:
- Prior experience working with children/teenagers, preferably in a camp like setting.
- Strong facilitation and group leadership skills as counselor may be responsible for facilitating workshops and leading debriefing sessions.
- A familiarity with working with diverse populations, with an emphasis on community building, collaboration, and inclusive practices.
- Basic understanding of youth development.
- The ability to quickly familiarize yourself with programming materials and facilitate discussions with a group of up to 15.
- The ability to simultaneously be creative, flexible, to take initiative, and problem solve on the fly.
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certification are a plus.
- Minimum of 18 years of age, preferably 20+.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds, as well as be on your feet for extended periods of time participating in activities ranging from hiking, swimming, canoeing, meditation, etc.
- Must be able to pass a government background check and reference checks.
PAYMENT/ROOM & BOARD:
- All camp staff will be paid a competitive flat rate for a 10 day commitment. This includes 6 days of camp and 4 additional days of training.
- Staff will be provided lodging for the duration of the camp program.
- Staff will be provided with all meals and snacks for the duration of the program.
- Staff will receive daily breaks provided throughout the session.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter & resume by email to Justine Evyn Saliski, Camp Director/Project Manager and Trainer, at saliski@gardenstateequality.org. Be sure to specify “Summer Camp Counselor” in your cover letter. No phone calls or visits, please. Qualified candidates will be contacted to set up a virtual interview with our leadership team.
Communities Healing Together Project Manager
The Communities Healing Together (CHT) Project Managers work under the supervision of the Communities Healing Together Director and in partnership with the Healing Together team to design, facilitate, and convene Self-Healing Community initiatives in Camden, Mercer, Essex, and Monmouth Counties. (At present we are particularly looking for candidates connected in the cities of Camden, Essex, and Trenton.) These individuals serve as key links between GSE and community partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate in ACE Interface training to present “Understanding NEAR: Building Self-Healing Communities” (NEAR=Neurobiology, Epigenetics, ACEs and Resilience).
- Facilitate ongoing “Understanding NEAR: Building Self-Healing Communities” training in the communities.
- Develop understanding and model competence in Positive Deviance approach.
- Recruit and convene and support volunteer cross-sector stakeholder teams in each community.
- Build and strengthen relationships with key collaborative partners, particularly through community programs and partnerships.
- Support local communities to implement the four phases of the Self-Healing Communities model: expanded inclusive leadership; coming together for focus; ongoing shared learning; and results-oriented decision making.
- Recruit, train, and maintain a strong and diverse stakeholder team to help deliver a Positive Deviance approach.
- Document all program planning, policies, procedures, practices, and logistics to ensure quality control and sustainability.
- Write or assist in writing program, logic models and grant proposals.
- Support organizational outcome tracking and evaluation procedures for programs.
- Assist with logistics as needed to support program implementation.
- Support relevant efforts related to program growth outlined in the GSE Strategic Plan.
- Perform additional duties designated by the Executive Director and Deputy Director to achieve success of programs and meet the mission of Garden State Equality.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/EXPERIENCE:
- A strong personal commitment to Garden State Equality’s mission and Self-Healing Communities work.
- Ability to develop and implement programs related to Garden State Equality’s mission, vision, and philosophy.
- Demonstrated strong facilitation and group leadership skills.
- A familiarity with and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and issues of diversity and inclusion, with knowledge of how those issues are impacted by Positive and Adverse Childhood Experience (PACEs).
- Understanding of Anti-Racism and a commitment to ongoing anti-racist personal growth.
- Record of building coalitions and partnerships with like-minded organizations.
- Experience working with youth, schools, businesses, as well as elected and government officials, interfaith, and/or community groups.
- Experience working in a leadership capacity with diverse groups.
- Experience living or working in Camden, Mercer, Essex or Monmouth County.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and self directed.
- Adaptability in fast-paced working environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative independently.
- The ability to collaboratively develop curriculum for educational programming.
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
- An understanding of assessment and measurement tools.
- Willingness and flexibility to engage in occasional weekend, evening, and overnight residential programs.
- Willingness to travel to Camden, Mercer, Essex and Monmouth counties for events, meetings, and trainings multiple times a week.
- Must have own car, valid driver’s license, and auto liability insurance.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 30 pounds.
- Spanish-language proficiency preferred.
- BA or equivalent in a related field preferred, plus minimum of 3 years’ experience in program development and work in the fields of education, organizational development, diversity, and/or change management.
- Strong computer proficiency in Google teams, Windows/Microsoft Office environment, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
SALARY:
- Full-time annual salary commensurate with experience.
- Excellent benefits package, including medical and dental.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter & resume by email to Brielle Winslow-Majette, Deputy Director, at winslow.majette@gardenstateequality.org. Be sure to specify “Communities Healing Together Project Manager” in your cover letter. No phone calls or visits, please.
Babs Siperstein Fellowship
Babs Siperstein was a trailblazer for equality, and our movement wouldn’t be where we are today without her courage and commitment. In 2019, Babs Siperstein passed away at 76 years old–keeping her legacy alive Garden State Equality established the Babs Siperstein Fellowship with seed funding from Babs’ own Gender Rights Advocacy of New Jersey organization.
Babs came out in 2000 and immediately became an activist for LGBTQ equality in New Jersey, serving as an original board member for Garden State Equality. Most notably, over the course of her advocacy in New Jersey, Babs helped advocate for marriage equality, transgender inclusive nondiscrinimation protections, and the Babs Siperstein Law.
Babs was the first openly transgender member of the Democratic National Committee, where she was appointed by then-chairman Tim Kaine. She was appointed to the Democratic National Committee’s Executive Committee in 2011, where she served until October 2017.
This fellowship opportunity is for young trans adults, looking to continue Babs’ legacy through advocacy, and advancing policy both at the local, state, and national level. Fellows will work alongside Garden State Equality for a fall, spring, or summer term. They will be compensated with a stipend and are eligible to receive credit with permission from the school.
If you are interested in becoming a Babs Siperstein Fellow, please apply during the term before the term you would like to start. You can apply here. Please be prepared to submit a resume and reason for applying.
Garden State Equality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin, religion or creed, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, disability, veteran status or genetic information. We strongly encourage people of color, of diverse gender identities and religions, people with disabilities, women, and non-LGBTQ+ persons to apply.