132,210 Jobs at 2,116 Institutions. 11 New Jobs Posted Today.
Human Resources Specialist - Employee Development & Engagement
Job Description
Full job description
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Human Resources Specialist - Employee Development & Engagement
PIN
332000
Classification Summary
The HR Specialist for Employee Development and Engagement is responsible for fostering a positive workplace culture, enhancing employee satisfaction, supporting the professional growth of employees, and promoting employee well-being. Key responsibilities include coordinating onboarding for new hires, implementing engagement and retention strategies, organizing employee recognition programs, coordinating the employee wellness program, and overseeing training and development initiatives. The role involves conducting regular assessments to measure satisfaction, collaborating with employees to address concerns, and developing retention strategies. Additionally, the HR Specialist will identify training needs, coordinate development programs, and track the effectiveness of training initiatives to ensure employees are well-equipped to excel in their roles. Strong organizational skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for contributing to a supportive and motivating work environment.
Minimum Education and/or Training and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field and minimum of three years of relevant experience. Consideration will be given to applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Thorough understanding of HR best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Google suite and ability to quickly learn new systems.
Preferred Education and/or Training and Experience
- Certification in HR (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP)
- Experience in higher education HR
- Experience in employee development
Licensing Requirements
Essential Job Function
These are the job duties that are required of the position.
Classification Duties
- Develop and maintain comprehensive onboarding materials aligned with college policies and culture, and gather feedback to continuously improve the onboarding experience. (C4)
- Coordinate the employee onboarding process for new employees, ensuring they receive necessary resources, introductions, and support for a seamless integration. (B2)
- Implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and promote a positive work environment. Regularly interact with various employee constituent groups and the Employee Support Committee to assess engagement and development needs, present ideas, receive feedback, and collaboratively develop initiatives. (C4)
- Develop and organize employee recognition programs, events, and initiatives to celebrate achievements and foster a sense of belonging. (B2)
- Plan and oversee employee wellness initiatives, including health screenings, fitness challenges, health workshops, and educational campaigns to promote overall well-being.
- Conduct regular surveys and assessments to measure employee satisfaction, identify areas for improvement, and develop and implement new strategies. (C4)
- Analyze retention metrics and develop strategies to reduce turnover and increase employee tenure. (C4)
- Coordinate and facilitate training programs to enhance employees’ skills and knowledge, partnering with external providers or internal subject matter experts to address learning needs including leadership development and performance management. Evaluate program effectiveness, and make adjustments as necessary to ensure maximum impact. (C4)
- Promote and provide guidance to employees on career development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, professional development initiatives and mentorship programs. (B2)
- Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.
Position Duties
Multistate Employer
Employees of Jefferson College must reside in Missouri or Illinois.
Multistate Employer
Position Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge
- Human resources principles and practices;
- Customer service principles;
- Assigned department operations and functions;
- Recordkeeping principles;
- English language, grammar, and punctuation;
- Applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Skills
- Maintaining confidential files and records;
- Preparing a variety of business correspondence, records, reports, documents, and forms;
- Providing customer service;
- Good collaboration and team building skills with ability to work with all levels and roles of an organization effectively
- Operating a computer and related software programs.
- Recognizing problems, identifying alternative solutions, and making appropriate recommendations;
- Using proper English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
- Prioritizing work and performing multiple tasks;
- Applying and explaining local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations;
- Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information.
- Creativity in developing programs and methods
- Level of empathy that demonstrates the ability to determine what is most important to their audience and work to deliver on expectations
- Passionate about people and have a strong belief in all employees ability and potential to succeed
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality in HR matters is essential
- Familiar with various social media platforms and willingness to learn other platforms that can be used to engage with employees
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Software
Ellucian Banner
Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin)
Google Suite
Applicant Tracking System (PeopleAdmin)
Google Suite
Physical Factors
Physical Effort
Physical Effort
Sedentary: Exert up to 10 lbs force occasionally and/or negligible amt force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, move objects, including the body. Sitting most of the time; walking and standing required occasionally.
Posting Information
Division
Human Resources (DIV)
Department
President
Reports To
Senior Director of Human Resources
Wage/Salary
$49,254
Status
Full-time
If Part-time, hours per week
If Non-exempt, work days
If Non-exempt, work hours
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00599P
Desired Start Date
01/06/2025
Open Date
11/22/2024
Close Date
12/02/2024
Special Instructions Summary
Desired start date is flexible.
Quicklink for Internal Posting
https://jeffco.peopleadmin.com/postings/5002
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Jefferson College that no person shall, on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status, be subject to discrimination in employment or in admission to any educational program or activity of the College. In compliance with Federal Rules and Regulations, Jefferson College has adopted a procedure for resolving complaints of discrimination. The procedure is available to any Jefferson College student, employee, or applicant who feels that he or she has been discriminated against in employment, student programs, or student activities.
Diversity Statement
Jefferson College is a community leader dedicated to supporting and promoting diversity through opportunities and experiences that foster a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and understanding for everyone in the campus community to engage in a diverse world.
*Please mention you saw this ad on AcademeCareers.*