Employee Experience / EEO
Mission Statement
The Department of Employee Experience is centric to the executive administration of People & Culture, with the mission to foster a supportive and inclusive work environment for all City of Providence employees. We are dedicated to strategic human resource management and development through continuous measurement of workforce satisfaction, demographics, trends, and key performance indicators. By managing employee and labor relations, developing and maintaining policies, and ensuring fair employment practices, we aim to create a people-centric workforce that serves the residents of Providence with excellence. Our commitment is to uphold the highest standards of equity, diversity, and inclusion, contributing to the vision of Providence as the best-run city in America.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to be a leader in public sector employee experience and equal employment opportunity, setting the standard for strategic HR management. We strive to create a workplace where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to perform at their best. Through proactive management of employee relations and continuous improvement of HR practices, we aim to build a resilient, engaged, and diverse workforce that drives the City of Providence towards operational excellence. By aligning our efforts with the Department of People and Culture’s vision, we seek to inspire other cities to prioritize their people, ensuring that Providence remains a model of inclusive and innovative public service.
Employee Engagement Score
- Measure: Percentage of employees reporting high engagement levels through annual or bi-annual engagement surveys.
- Purpose: To gauge overall employee satisfaction and commitment to the organization.
- Measure: Percentage of employees who stay with the organization over a specific period, typically annually.
- Purpose: To assess the effectiveness of retention strategies and workplace satisfaction.
- Measure: Metrics related to the representation of diverse groups within the workforce and employee perceptions of inclusivity.
- Purpose: To ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects community demographics.
- Measure: Average time taken to resolve employee grievances or disputes.
- Purpose: To improve efficiency and effectiveness in addressing employee concerns.
- Measure: Percentage of employees participating in training and development programs.
- Purpose: To track the organization’s commitment to continuous employee growth and development.
- Measure: Number of EEO complaints received and resolved, and adherence to EEO policies.
- Purpose: To ensure the organization maintains compliance with equal employment opportunity regulations.
- Measure: Percentage of employees who receive regular performance reviews.
- Purpose: To ensure consistent performance evaluations and feedback for all employees.
- Measure: Percentage or count of grievances, arbitrations, and rate of resolutions.
- Purpose: To monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the grievance and arbitration process, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining a harmonious work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Officer
jalmeida@providenceri.gov
401-680-5244
EEO Complaint Process
Once a complaint is filed, the matter is investigated. Upon determination of reasonable cause to believe that the unlawful discrimination or harassment has occurred, the department administrator or supervisor concerned will be notified of the allegation(s). If it is the department administrator or supervisor who is alleged to have committed a prohibited act, the EEO Officer will confer with and refer the matter to the Chief People Officer for appropriate action. Upon completion of the investigation, the EEO Officer will make a determination of findings and provide recommendations for corrective action.
EEO COMPLAINT FORM
Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
ADA and Reasonable Accommodations Policy