Director, Belonging

Title: Director, Belonging Location: San Jose, CA, US, 95128 Requisition ID: 131180 Overview NetApp is seeking a proficient and experienced Director to manage a team of practitioners and support our Belonging initiatives across the North American region. This role will focus on implementing enterprise-wide strategies at the regional level along with nuanced initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess leadership skills, a proven track record of collaboration, and the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders. They should bring a collaborative and results-driven mindset to the wider Belonging team. Key Responsibilities Partner and provide thought leadership to Business leaders and HR Business Partner and Centers of Excellence to drive and execute strategic belonging initiatives across North America.  Manage a team that ensures alignment between NetApp’s Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs) and the company’s global Belonging objectives.  Oversee the establishment of new EBRGs, including developing guidelines and providing strategic leadership to ensure their effectiveness in engaging communities and driving impact.  Lead and support regional EBRG and Thrive Belonging activities, focusing on stakeholder engagement, including EBRG members, employees, customers, and partners.  Lead a team that has regional responsibilities for EBRG initiatives and provide support as needed.  Lead program planning and budget management efforts to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.  Develop and monitor key performance metrics, regularly reporting progress and outcomes to stakeholders.  Oversee the creation and management of communication materials, including emails, toolkits, process guides, and other collateral to support our Thrive Belonging initiatives. Required Skills & Education Director level with 12+ years of relevant experience required  5+ years of experience in managing teams, particularly within Inclusion & Belonging domains.  Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.  Demonstrated experience in having oversight of employee resource groups or similar initiatives.  Creative thinker with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.  This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and passionate individual to make a significant impact on NetApp’s Inclusion & Belonging efforts. This role is a Hybrid role and it does require 2 days a week in the San Jose Office. Relocation is not provided.Compensation:The target salary range for this position is $187 - $253K. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.  Nearest Major Market: San Jose Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto Job Segment: Manager, Management