People and Culture Engagement Specialist
The University of Texas at Arlington

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S05886P

Position Title:

People and Culture Engagement Specialist

Department:

Talent, Culture, & Engagement

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Human Resources

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Standard

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the AVP of Talent, Culture, and Engagement, this position will support the institution-wide employee engagement survey initiative and pipeline plan that contributes to the realization and engagement of UTA's workforce.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coach and equip leaders to address engagement issues raised in the institution-wide employee engagement survey and discuss key insights to develop action plans.
• Provide guidance interpreting results of institution-wide feedback survey and prepare communication messages for employees of all levels of the organization on initiatives connected to the survey.
• Proactively work with colleges and units to review action plans, identify common threads, and create reports for key stakeholders.
• Create a comprehensive strategy between surveys to support employee engagement initiatives.
• Create and manage UTA's pathways/pipelines programs to address specific institutional needs and focus areas (i.e., pathways/pipelines for military veterans, individuals with disabilities, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of two (2) years of experience managing institution-wide employee feedback and creating programs on results of survey.
• One year of experience managing career pathways/pipelines, career development, employee training or job coaching.
• Experience working with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in with a minimum of three (3) years of experience managing institution-wide employee feedback and creating programs on results of survey.
• One or more years of experience managing career pathways/pipelines for veterans & student workers and helping them successfully join the workforce, career development, employee training or job coaching.
• Demonstrated knowledge coaching leaders on addressing identified issues.
• Experience creating communication messages to clearly report on results, initiatives and goals derived from the institution-wide employee engagement survey.
• Experience developing relationships with internal and external partners including community organizations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to consult, coach, and work collaboratively with individuals and groups such as faculty, managers, and other internal and external key stakeholders.
• High level of initiative, independent effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently and with great attention to detail.
• Knowledge interpreting data results and explaining results to diverse key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of institution-wide employee feedback surveys.
• Ability to coach leaders of all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge preparing communication plans.
• Job coaching knowledge.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state and federal agencies.
• Knowledge creating and managing pipelines for veterans, individuals with disabilities, and student workers.

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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