Director of Employee Experience and Engagement

2 weeks ago


Dayton, Ohio, United States University of Dayton Full time
Job Title:

Director of Employee Experience and Engagement

Job Summary:

The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Employee Experience and Engagement to join our team. As a strategic leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing the overall employee experience, driving UDRI's mission to create a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive strategies that align with business goals and organizational values, positioning UDRI as an employer of choice.
  • Conduct thorough data analysis and leverage insights from employee feedback to craft engagement initiatives that foster a positive and collaborative work environment and cultivate an exceptional organizational culture.
  • Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, ensuring a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and positive work environment.
  • Oversee training and development programs to enhance employee growth, development, and retention.
  • Collaborate with UD HR and UDRI Strategic Communications and Branding team to maintain a compelling employer brand that attracts and retains top talent.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong understanding of employee engagement strategies and best practices.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with employees at all levels.
  • Experience successfully collaborating on diverse, multifunctional teams.
  • Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Experience developing and implementing DEI strategic plans.
  • Experience with conflict resolution and change management.
  • Advanced organizational skills to manage multiple projects, schedules, budgets, and resources, simultaneously.
  • The ability to effectively develop and implement efficient processes.
  • Experience appropriately handling confidential information.
  • Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or equivalent and proficiency in HR management.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum 17 years' experience designing or implementing initiatives focused on elevating workplace experience, employee engagement, learning and development, or similar roles.
  • Experience using technology and data analytics to enhance employee experiences and support strategic decisions.
  • Familiarity and understanding of the University of Dayton's Catholic Marianist values.
  • Experience with organizational recruiting.
  • Experience working in a sponsored research or defense contracting environment.
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
  • Experience with talent management suites like PageUp.
  • Experience with learning management systems like BioRAFT, KnowB4, NAVEX.
  • Experience with e-learning platforms like Canvas.
  • Experience managing performance and survey data with tools, and systems, like SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics, Culture Amp.
  • Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or equivalent.
How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Dayton is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community.



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