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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:

– Intermediate Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem–solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– Applies knowledge of larger unit goals, priorities, and related procedures in determining course of action

Independence of Action:

– Work is generally monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided
– Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University
– May communicate with external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 8
• Minimum – $51,000.00
• MidPoint – $62,500.00
• Maximum – $74,000.00