Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 11757
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 34,300 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 4/26/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: Up to $85,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is required.
• Provide three (3) reference points of contact to include the name, email address, and phone number.

Essential Functions
Job Summary
Responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a positive workplace that fosters employee engagement, satisfaction, and productivity. This position shapes and reinforces the university's values and enhances the overall employee experience through the proactive integration of pulse surveys, focus groups, climate surveys, and workplace assessments to gauge the employee experience. Additionally, this position formulates strategic partnerships across People Excellence, and with key university stakeholders to deliver value-added services to leaders and employees that reflect the values, mission, and goals of the university.
Core Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a deep understanding of the university's values, mission, and goals.
• Collaborates with leadership to define and communicate the desired workplace experience for university employees.
• Executes the implementation of initiatives that align with the university's core values and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Leads the process, as well as coordination with vendors, for regular university-wide climate surveys to measure employee engagement, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.
• Designs and executes proactive pulse surveys, focus group sessions, and other proactive means to collect feedback and boost employee engagement, motivation, and satisfaction.
• Conducts routine workplace assessments campus-wide to measure employee engagement, collects feedback, and identifies areas for enhancement.
• Leverages climate surveys, proactive pulse surveys, focus groups, and feedback from workplace assessments to drive continuous enhancements of the employee experience, collaborating with HR Business Partners and department/unit leadership.
• Assists in the development of strategies to address and resolve employee concerns and challenges based on assessment and survey trends.
• Assists in the development of communications and updates regarding climate initiatives and outcomes for dissemination to various groups within the university community.
• Facilitates open and effective communication channels between employees and leadership.
• Partners with HR Business Partners and Employee Success to identify and organize team-building activities, events, and workshops to foster collaboration and camaraderie.
• Acts as a liaison between different departments to promote cross-functional collaboration.
• Assists in the development of strategies to retain top talent and enhance overall employee satisfaction.
• Develops and maintains an in-depth knowledge of operations across the university to proactively identify opportunities and solutions to emerging issues.
• Collaborates closely with HR Business Partners to develop guidance and recommendations for improving workplace relationships campus-wide, building morale, and increasing productivity and retention.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with HR Business Partners to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of related experience to include work with workplace experience and engagement initiatives.
• Experience with designing and implementing employee climate surveys.
• Effective judgment, tact, diplomacy, and discretion are required in all matters.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret employee feedback and engagement data.
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative and effective programs.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in workplace experience and employee engagement.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco-free campus.
• This is a security-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Working Conditions
Working Environment:

• Office environment.
• Personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Occasional after-hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.
• Hybrid: On-campus & remote, with availability to travel to all UTSA campuses when necessary.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.

This position will require working both remotely in Texas and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.