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Harvard University Admin Pro/Indiv Contrib in Cambridge, Massachusetts
66613BRAuto req ID:66613BRJob Code:358057 Admin Pro/Indiv Contrib Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Employee Talent and Development ManagerSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
At least 5 years of relevant professional work experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Ability to work on-site and remotely, as needed.
Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background check at hire.
Experience with employee recruiting and talent development.
SHRM-CP or similar certification.
Experience developing and facilitating training on a variety of topics.
Ability to influence without authority at all levels.
Ability to work well collaboratively and as an individual in a hybrid work environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality and discretion.
Experience navigating difficult conversations and working towards mutually beneficial outcomes.
Ability to remain objective, apply logic, and make decisions.
Experience in an academic setting.
Ability to gather and analyze data.
Additional Information:
Harvard School of Dental Medicine cannot offer visa support or work permission for this opportunity.
In addition to your CV, please include a cover letter with your application.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: We are dedicated to being a community within which self-respect and mutual respect are understood and practiced, HSDM believes that compassion, fairness, and trust are fundamental values that enable our individual and collective well-being. We recognize the diversity of individuals within the community to be an essential ingredient to an inspiring, vigorous, and exciting culture. And we recognize that ethics and integrity provide the framework for all our efforts. HSDM Mission, Vision, and Core Values (https://hsdm.harvard.edu/overview-0)
Department:Human ResourcesPre-Employment Screening:Criminal, Employment, IdentitySchedule:8:00 AM to 4:00 PMJob Function:General Administration Position Description:
Manages the employee recruitment process including but not limited to advertising and posting of the position, search committee and hiring manager training, phone screens, interview process, and offers.
Collaborates with the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging to incorporate best practices into employee recruiting and retention efforts.
Develops and recommends talent acquisition plans that align with departmental and school-wide objectives, considers both short- and long-term department and school-wide objectives, and provides coaching to managers on engaging and retaining talent.
Develops processes to identify and address employee retention risk and suggests solutions to mitigate it; differentiates between positive and negative turnover and suggests strategic ideas to turn attrition into opportunities to address position/department/school needs, efficiencies, effectiveness, morale, and cost.
Manages the performance evaluation process; communicates processes and deadlines, tracks completion, reviews evaluations, and brings issues to the attention of the HR Director.
Manages the employee offboarding process; conducts exit interviews and uses the process to develop metrics, identify trends, and make improvements. Makes recommendations to the HR Director accordingly.
Collaborates with the Harvard Center for Workforce Development and the Harvard Office of Work Life to increase employee participation in professional development and wellness offerings; formally and informally recommends/nominates high-performing employees for development programs, tracks participation levels; collaborates with employees to develop and implement HSDM-focused initiatives that give consideration to the unique dental practice environment on a regular cadence. Develops programs for HSDM as appropriate.
Monitors mandatory and voluntary employee trainings for compliance and succession planning; ensures all new managers take the universal manager training within 6 months of hire and new leaders (grade 60+) are introduced to CWD executive coaching.
Serves as the lead for planning, coordinating, and hosting employee engagement events; provides direction to the HR Coordinator for scheduling, food, communications, gifts, etc.; stays within prescribed budget.
Creates, manages, distributes, and oversees a professional HR newsletter for HSDM employees on a quarterly basis with collaboration and contributions from other department staff.
Develops and maintains strong professional relationships across all business units.
Promotes community and morale in a hybrid work environment through programs, events, meetings, and committee work.
Provides guidance to the Office of Faculty Affairs as it relates to best practices for recruitment and retention.
Represents HSDM on relevant Harvard groups, committees, and at recruiting events, as assigned.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, Harvard, and HSDM regulations.
Maintains the utmost discretion and employee confidentiality as a member of the HR Team.
Provides general HR back-up as needed or assigned.
Contributes to the mission and vision of HSDM and models the School’s core values in all facets of the work.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
School/Unit:Harvard School of Dental Medicine EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Physical Requirements:
In a typical office setting
May be required to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
Working Conditions:
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Job Summary:
The Employee Talent and Development Manager is responsible for managing the employee talent lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to professional development, performance evaluation, and offboarding. The incumbent will collaborate with and advise managers on identifying, engaging, and developing talent for the purposes of employee retention and strategic succession planning. They will engage with employees on a regular basis to foster a culture that values employee wellness, growth, learning, and inclusion. They will use their knowledge, skills, and experience to create programs, identify solutions to challenges, develop metrics, and analyze program/solution effectiveness.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-MN1Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.Annual Salary Range:90,000-105,000