Case Western Reserve University · 5 days ago
HR Events and Professional Development Specialist
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$22.13/hr - $22.13/hr
1+ years expCase Western Reserve University is committed to fostering a culture of employee recognition and engagement. The HR Events and Professional Development Specialist will coordinate university-wide events, assist in professional training programs, and support workforce planning and development initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate logistics and manage volunteer support for the successful execution of large university-wide engagement and recognition events such as the annual Staff Service Awards, Employee Appreciation Day, and Party on the Quad to support a university culture of employee recognition and engagement. Partner with the PDC team, HR event committee, and Staff Advisory Council (SAC) Recognition Committee on planning these events. Provide complete event management services that includes program management, design, catering, set-up/load-out, staffing, communications/scripts, background materials, etc. Ensure all events remain within established budget
Develop and coordinate professional training programs in collaboration with HR Directors and subject matter experts. This includes the Human Resource Administrator¿s meetings and tools to drive the development of HR competencies
Assist in the reorganization process, including the impact analysis and demographic assessment. Benchmark workforce planning and development initiatives, as needed. Conduct notifications regarding organizational restructuring
Manage scheduling, registration, tracking attendance, and evaluation of training programs
Assist in developing training materials, presentations, and post-training resources
Assist in promoting and marketing the Employee Assistance Provider. Identify ways to market and increase utilization
Stay current on training and professional development best practices
Benchmark recognition and engagement initiatives, monitor trends, and provide feedback to the committee on suggested design improvements for engagement and recognition initiatives each September. Draft internal procedures for the events and update annually
Partner with HR Directors to provide assistance with other HR events and trainings, such as the Wellness Department providing behind the scenes and day-of assistance at flu shot clinics and other wellness events and offering, the Employee Relations Office at Employee Assistance Program (EAP) events, HRA events, and other trainings, the Employment Office for local and virtual career fairs, and the Benefits Office at the annual Benefits Fair
Create content and maintain the Professional Development, Employee Recognition and Engagement website
Attend the monthly Staff Advisory Council (SAC) Staff Recognition Committee meetings as the HR liaison and provide summary to the PDC and/or HR leadership
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required and one or more years of customer service experience with high volume of customer interactions; Or High School education and five or more years of customer service experience with high volume of customer interactions
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest
Ability to meet consistent attendance
Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face
Willingness to learn and utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Ability to successfully coordinate the logistics and execution of engagement events, with planning multiple events occurring the same time
Strong attention to detail. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Strong administrative, project management, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting and demanding deadlines and workload
Ability to manage multiple priorities in multiple areas
Ability to promote teamwork and a strong customer service ethic
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with individuals at all levels
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Ability to speak clearly, listen and obtain clarification
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. High level of independence and collaboration necessary
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, and Google Docs
Ability to design and deliver professional training programs
Familiarity with adult learning principles
Experience with LMS platforms and/or virtual training tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.)
Strong presentation and facilitation skills
Ability to enforce and follow university policies and procedures with an understanding of implications of decisions. Support university's goals, vision, and values
Preferred
Event planning/management, HR generalist experience or college coursework in Human Resources preferred
Knowledge of webpage maintenance (Drupel) a plus
Knowledge of HR Information Systems (PeopleSoft HCM) a plus
Benefits
Excellent healthcare
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Paid time off
Winter recess
Company
Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University is among the nation's leading research institutions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.17M2015-10-12Grant· $1.17M
Leadership Team
Caden Kacmarynski
Co-Founder and President - Case Quantum Computing
Christine Kush
Associate Dean, Corporate Partnerships and Executive Education
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