Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador
Kraus-Anderson, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader!
Company For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape, founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for over 75 years. Kraus-Anderson provides innovative, collaborative services to clients coast to coast, including commercial real estate development and management, construction, and risk management.
We’re people building buildings, businesses, and relationships.
Position Summary The Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador partners with business and human resources leaders to strengthen Kraus-Anderson’s culture of belonging, collaboration, and opportunity. This role advances inclusive business practices, workforce development strategies, and community partnerships that support employee engagement, talent attraction, and long-term business performance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Evaluate organizational needs and recommend inclusion, engagement, and cultural initiatives aligned with Kraus-Anderson’s business strategy, workforce priorities, and values.
In partnership with Kraus-Anderson University (KAU), design and deliver learning experiences that enhance inclusive leadership capabilities, cultural awareness, and effective collaboration across diverse teams (e.g., Courageous Conversations, facilitated dialogues, leadership sessions).
Partner with Human Resources and business leaders to assess policies, practices, and employee lifecycle processes to promote equitable and inclusive outcomes; recommend and help implement improvement strategies.
Collaborate with the Director of Talent Acquisition to expand and strengthen diverse talent pipelines through industry partnerships, workforce development initiatives, and community engagement aligned with construction, real estate, and insurance talent needs.
Support leaders and employees through programming that enhances inclusive leadership practices, cross-functional collaboration, and awareness of differing work styles, backgrounds, and career pathways.
Monitor external trends, industry benchmarks, and emerging best practices related to workplace culture, inclusion, and workforce development; recommend innovative initiatives that differentiate Kraus-Anderson as an employer of choice.
Serve as a company ambassador by building relationships with industry, educational, and community organizations and representing Kraus-Anderson at relevant events, including workforce development and supplier diversity initiatives such as AWC/WIC Week, Concerned Builders, CPP, SADBOC, SAIOC, MAICC, and supplier diversity forums.
Partner with operational and business development teams to support inclusion-related messaging in project pursuits, interviews, and proposal responses where appropriate.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to strengthen Kraus-Anderson’s internal and external reputation as an inclusive and values-driven organization through storytelling, communications, and digital content.
Foster employee participation and engagement in cultural and community initiatives that reinforce company values and strengthen organizational connection.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Bachelor’s degree with five (5)+ years of experience in Human Resources, organizational development, training, workforce engagement, or inclusion-focused programming.
Demonstrated ability to connect culture, inclusion, and workforce initiatives to measurable business outcomes.
Strong business acumen with understanding of operational environments such as construction, real estate, or professional services organizations.
Proven ability to influence without direct authority and build trusted partnerships across all organizational levels.
Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage both field and corporate teams.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and excellence.
High degree of professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential matters.
Self-starter with a hands‑on, practical approach to implementation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard business technologies.
Demonstrated commitment to company values, ethical conduct, and fostering a respectful and positive work environment.
Other
Travel up to 25% to outstate offices, offices within the Twin Cities metro, and other events as needed.
Will require attendance at events/meetings, some overnight travel, in the evening or weekends.
Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Range Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000 annually, plus discretionary incentive program.
Why KA? We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future.
We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.
Benefits
Medical insurance Plan Options
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wellness Program
KA University Training and Development
Fitness Center, KA corporate headquarters, Minneapolis
401(k) Plan
Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
Company sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay
Workplace Flexibility
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
Free Parking
Along with our employer sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.
MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT #J-18808-Ljbffr
Company For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape, founded in 1897 and privately owned and managed by the Engelsma family for over 75 years. Kraus-Anderson provides innovative, collaborative services to clients coast to coast, including commercial real estate development and management, construction, and risk management.
We’re people building buildings, businesses, and relationships.
Position Summary The Inclusion & Diversity Ambassador partners with business and human resources leaders to strengthen Kraus-Anderson’s culture of belonging, collaboration, and opportunity. This role advances inclusive business practices, workforce development strategies, and community partnerships that support employee engagement, talent attraction, and long-term business performance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Evaluate organizational needs and recommend inclusion, engagement, and cultural initiatives aligned with Kraus-Anderson’s business strategy, workforce priorities, and values.
In partnership with Kraus-Anderson University (KAU), design and deliver learning experiences that enhance inclusive leadership capabilities, cultural awareness, and effective collaboration across diverse teams (e.g., Courageous Conversations, facilitated dialogues, leadership sessions).
Partner with Human Resources and business leaders to assess policies, practices, and employee lifecycle processes to promote equitable and inclusive outcomes; recommend and help implement improvement strategies.
Collaborate with the Director of Talent Acquisition to expand and strengthen diverse talent pipelines through industry partnerships, workforce development initiatives, and community engagement aligned with construction, real estate, and insurance talent needs.
Support leaders and employees through programming that enhances inclusive leadership practices, cross-functional collaboration, and awareness of differing work styles, backgrounds, and career pathways.
Monitor external trends, industry benchmarks, and emerging best practices related to workplace culture, inclusion, and workforce development; recommend innovative initiatives that differentiate Kraus-Anderson as an employer of choice.
Serve as a company ambassador by building relationships with industry, educational, and community organizations and representing Kraus-Anderson at relevant events, including workforce development and supplier diversity initiatives such as AWC/WIC Week, Concerned Builders, CPP, SADBOC, SAIOC, MAICC, and supplier diversity forums.
Partner with operational and business development teams to support inclusion-related messaging in project pursuits, interviews, and proposal responses where appropriate.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to strengthen Kraus-Anderson’s internal and external reputation as an inclusive and values-driven organization through storytelling, communications, and digital content.
Foster employee participation and engagement in cultural and community initiatives that reinforce company values and strengthen organizational connection.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Bachelor’s degree with five (5)+ years of experience in Human Resources, organizational development, training, workforce engagement, or inclusion-focused programming.
Demonstrated ability to connect culture, inclusion, and workforce initiatives to measurable business outcomes.
Strong business acumen with understanding of operational environments such as construction, real estate, or professional services organizations.
Proven ability to influence without direct authority and build trusted partnerships across all organizational levels.
Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage both field and corporate teams.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and excellence.
High degree of professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential matters.
Self-starter with a hands‑on, practical approach to implementation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard business technologies.
Demonstrated commitment to company values, ethical conduct, and fostering a respectful and positive work environment.
Other
Travel up to 25% to outstate offices, offices within the Twin Cities metro, and other events as needed.
Will require attendance at events/meetings, some overnight travel, in the evening or weekends.
Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Range Salary Range: $80,000 to $100,000 annually, plus discretionary incentive program.
Why KA? We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future.
We believe in building leaders. KA offers a wide range of enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities through our KA Has Heart Volunteer Program.
Benefits
Medical insurance Plan Options
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wellness Program
KA University Training and Development
Fitness Center, KA corporate headquarters, Minneapolis
401(k) Plan
Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
Company sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay
Workplace Flexibility
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
Free Parking
Along with our employer sponsored plans, we also offer an array of Voluntary Benefits and other perks.
MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT #J-18808-Ljbffr