Equity Audit

The City of Wheat Ridge is seeking a consultant to conduct a comprehensive equity audit to help the city build a culture of belonging and embed inclusive policies and practices into its daily culture and operations. The consultant will collect, organize, review, analyze, interpret, and assess policies, programs, and practices that directly or indirectly impact city staff regarding their race, ethnicity, gender, national origin, color, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or other socio-culturally significant factors. The consultant will also conduct listening and gathering campaigns, prepare a formal presentation of findings, and develop a final report of recommendations and insights. Some key points to consider include: • The consultant will review city policies, practices, and trainings, including personnel/Human Resources • The consultant will assess organizational structure, protocols, initiatives, community engagement, internal and external communications, and city staff demographics • The consultant will provide a comprehensive report with recommendations, including achievable short-term action steps and sustainable, long-term goals • The consultant will assist the city in developing a shared understanding of its values and guiding principles for action • The city is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the consultant should have experience working with local government agencies and bridging gaps in communication, building transparency, and inclusive decision-making