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Talent Management

Talent Management Specialists are responsible for university-wide programing designed to attract, develop, and retain top talent; works closely with managers, HR teams, and leadership to identify talent gaps; implements development programs; supports the talent lifecycle from onboarding to performance management and succession planning.

• Design and execute employee development programs, including leadership development, training initiatives, skill building, workforce planning, and career progression plans
• Conduct training/professional development needs assessments with stakeholders and work with subject matter experts to build content
• Establish program curriculum, learning objectives, and structure; determine the appropriate delivery method
• Collaborate with management and HR partners to identify skill gaps and provide solutions through targeted learning and development strategies
• Lead the development and execution of performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and regular feedback
• Guide managers and HR partners on performance review cycles to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals
• Monitor employee satisfaction and engagement levels through surveys, focus groups, and feedback mechanisms
• Work with leadership to implement initiatives that improve employee retention, satisfaction, and overall organizational culture
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the university's learning management system and other electronic solutions dedicated to employee development
• Use data and analytics to assess the effectiveness of talent management strategies and programs
• Provide regular reports on talent management metrics, such as training completion, performance trends, and employee turnover
• Identify trends and insights that can drive improvements in talent acquisition, retention, and development
• Build a network of external resources to ensure Talent Management has subject matter experts to support program design and delivery
• Partner with HR colleagues on broader HR initiatives such as compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, equity and inclusion, and organizational development
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Senior Supervisor

Base Description:

– Supervises direct reports, but primarily completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge to perform own work; spends majority of time on tasks related to own job responsibilities. May demonstrate subject matter expertise. Demonstrates intermediate to advanced planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Demonstrates the ability to coach assigned employees. Assigns and reviews completed work to verify accuracy, quality, and adherence to professional standards. Trains, coaches, mentors, and motivates staff. Anticipates potential problems, issues, and opportunities; researches and recommends solutions within defined policies. May develop creative recommendations for solving problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Typically oversees at least 2 full–time direct reports or equivalent team of part–time and/or student workers (for Professional track, performs work at the Senior Professional level or higher)

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– Monitors and tracks budgets for specific area and/or grant(s)
– May assist in planning and forecasting budgets

Problem Solving:

– Encounters moderately complex problems
– Applies general precedents and practices and specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems
– Understands benefits, limitations and impact of potential solutions
– Anticipates potential problems and recommends possible solutions within general guidelines

Independence of Action:

– Works independently on moderately complex work assignments, reviews progress, and evaluates results
– Organizes work of direct reports and sets team priorities
– Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy, quality, and adherence to professional standards

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and the University
– Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area
– Utilizes a communication style that is appropriate for a given situation
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 11
• Minimum – $68,200.00
• MidPoint – $85,200.00
• Maximum – $102,300.00

• Content creation
• Content management
• Critical Thinking
• Cultural competency
• Data Analysis
• Needs Assessment
• Performance Management
• Policy implementation
• Presentation Skills
• Process development
• Strategic thinking
• Training & Development