Senior Human Resources Development Specialist

Senior Human Resources Development Specialist

About Us

Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.

As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.

In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.

Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.

Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.

Job Summary

The Senior Human Resources Development Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing strategies and programs that foster positive employee experience and enhance overall organizational performance. Specifically, the Senior Human Resources Development Specialist will support the development and implementation of employee learning and development solutions at the institution. This includes analyzing the institution's needs, driving learning recommendations to meet these needs, and evaluating the effectiveness. This position is a hands-on position that will be involved in building courses and classroom delivery.

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and publish a course catalog and annual calendar of learning and development offerings. Contribute to the development and implementation of L&D policies.
Develop course content and supporting job aids into appropriate media; including, but not limited to, PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, and e-learning modules.
Facilitate learning using a variety of instructional techniques and formats such as simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, and interactive lectures
Collaborate with management to identify training and development opportunities that enhance employee skills, job satisfaction, and career growth. Develop, implement, and analyze employee surveys to gather feedback on workplace satisfaction, identify areas for improvement, and track employee engagement trends. Analyze employee engagement data and prepare reports to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Responsible for New Employee Orientation program which will assist employees in understanding the college culture, policies, and procedures. Serve as the liaison for the Employee Assistance Program. Serve as USG Well-Being Program liaison and manage the GGC Well-Being Program by developing, implementing and coordinating wellness initiatives and activities to support employees' physical and mental health, including stress management and work-life balance.
Responsible for deploying all USG and GGC compliance training for faculty and staff through the automated training system, tracking completion rates, and reporting completion to USG while ensuring it is in accordance with required standards.
Responsible for managing recognition and reward programs to celebrate employee milestones and achievements (i.e. Service Awards).
Provide in-depth support to managers with the performance evaluation process, by assisting with goal setting and feedback.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
Five or more years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

Five or more years of measurable success in field of training, including learning administration, course design and development and adult education/learning styles.
Good working knowledge and understanding of eLearning development software (i.e. Adobe Captivate, Adobe Creative Suite 6, LinkedIn Learning)
Prior experience with Skillsoft LMS preferred
Prior experience in a growth environment is strongly preferred

Proposed Salary

56,800 - 71,000

Salary offer will be dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to listen to customers (i.e., staff, faculty, and leadership), understand needs, and respond positively to their requests.
Ability to prioritize workloads, and the flexibility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Great communication and interpersonal skills; including demonstrated ability to build consensus and establish trust; outgoing personality.
Knowledge of best practices in learning and development.
Knowledge of the performance evaluation process.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curricula and training design.
Ability to maintain extreme confidentiality of employee and institution records.
Proven ability to establish ownership and drive assigned initiatives through to completion on time, meeting or exceeding expectations.
Self-motivated, hard-working, and eager to learn.
Solid organizational and prioritization skills including proven attention to detail.
Specific knowledge and experience in software and technologies used in the creation and delivery of online courses.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills, a collaborative nature, and the ability to work in a cross-team environment.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Conditions of Employment

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email [email protected] .

Background Check

Position of Trust + Education

Other Information

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.

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