Marian University Indianapolis · 16 hours ago
Talent Management & Organizational Effectiveness Manager
Indianapolis, IN 46222, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expMarian University’s Office of Human Resources is seeking a Talent Management & Organizational Effectiveness Manager to promote their Catholic Franciscan mission through integrated talent and organizational effectiveness practices. This role is responsible for designing and delivering talent management initiatives that support staff and faculty, focusing on leadership development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies
Design, implement, and continuously improve leadership development programs that build critical capabilities such as strategic thinking, change leadership, team effectiveness, decision-making, and navigating institutional complexity
Deliver development experiences through a mix of programs, workshops, assessments, coaching, and experiential learning opportunities
Partner with senior leaders to identify current and future leadership capability needs aligned with the university’s strategic plan
Provide and/or coordinate executive and leadership coaching for senior leaders and high-potential talent to support individual effectiveness, leadership transitions, and succession readiness
Strengthen hiring practices by improving how the university attracts, assesses, and selects talent for long-term success
Develop and implement consistent, equitable, and competency-based hiring practices, tools, and training for hiring managers
Collaborate with HR partners and campus leaders to enhance university branding, candidate experience, and selection quality
Lead the evolution of performance management toward clear, goal-aligned expectations, meaningful feedback, and development-focused conversations
Design and implement tools, processes, and manager training that support accountability, performance improvement, retention, and engagement
Ensure performance practices align with Marian University’s mission, values, and strategic priorities
Design and manage a comprehensive succession planning approach for key and critical roles across the university
Partner with senior leaders to identify high-potential talent, assess readiness, and create targeted development plans
Use data and insights to monitor bench strength, leadership risk, and progress over time
Create clear career pathways, development frameworks, and resources that support internal mobility and employee growth
Partner with leaders and employees to align development planning with institutional needs and individual aspirations
Promote a culture of continuous learning and development across staff and faculty roles, where appropriate
Design, administer, and analyze engagement surveys, pulse surveys, and other feedback mechanisms. Partner with leaders to translate results into targeted action plans that improve engagement, inclusion, and organizational health
Partner with leaders to address engagement drivers, change readiness, and organizational health
Consult with leaders on organizational design, role clarity, team effectiveness, and change initiatives to improve agility, efficiency, and alignment with future needs
Lead and support organizational design initiatives that align structures, roles, and capabilities with the university’s strategic priorities. Partner with leaders to proactively assess organizational effectiveness, clarify accountabilities, and design scalable solutions that support academic and operational excellence
Serve as a trusted advisor and change management partner to leaders across the university
Collaborate closely with HR colleagues to ensure talent, performance, and organizational effectiveness practices are integrated and scalable
Develop clear communications, tools, and guidance to support adoption of new programs and practices
Use data, analytics, and workforce metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of talent and organizational initiatives and inform decision-making
Monitor and analyze key indicators such as time-to-fill, turnover, internal mobility, engagement, leadership bench strength, and development outcomes
Translate insights into actionable recommendations that improve talent processes, workforce readiness, and institutional performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field
Five (5) years of progressive experience in talent management, leadership development, organizational development, or related HR roles
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering leadership development programs and talent initiatives
Strong knowledge of performance management, succession planning, and career development practices
Experience consulting with senior leaders and influencing without direct authority
Strong facilitation, communication, and change management skills
Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
Ability to interact at all levels of the client organization
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment
Ability to analyze data, synthesize insights, and translate strategy into practical solutions
Preferred
Master's degree in human resources, Organizational Development, or a related field
Higher education experience
Experience with leadership assessments
Change management training or certification
Experience with talent systems and technology
Experience using HR systems and analytics to inform talent decisions
Certification or formal training in established leadership development methodologies or programs
Company
Marian University Indianapolis
Marian University is a Catholic university dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$26.91MKey Investors
Lilly EndowmentGreen Bay Packers FoundationIndiana University Health
2024-08-02Grant· $25M
2024-06-19Grant· $0.25M
2023-11-22Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Kenith Britt
Chief Operating Officer and Chancellor of the Indianapolis Campus
Ray Stanley
Chief Information Officer / Vice President
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