Job Description:Position Overview A primary focus of this role is to provide select HR partnership support, including employee lifecycle administration, recruitment support, employment documentation, and assigned client group consultation.
The Senior HR Manager and Talent/Employee Development Associate will also lead the design, implementation, and advancement of a comprehensive talent development strategy that supports employee engagement, retention, leadership growth, and organizational effectiveness in alignment with the institution's mission, vision, and values.
As a strategic member of the Human Resources team, this position leads learning and development initiatives, including leadership development, onboarding and professional development. The position partners with leaders and managers to identify organizational needs, develop impactful learning solutions, strengthen employee capabilities, and support a sustainable talent pipeline.
Annual Salary: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00
Hours: 37.5 per week
Bargaining Unit: This position is governed by Non-Unit Professional, NUP
Supervision Received: Associate Director of HR
Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resource Support- Support HR operations, including employee changes, personnel action forms (PAFs), employment documentation, onboarding, recruitment activities, and assigned HR client support.
- Serve as contact in matters relating to recruitment and onboarding. Manage functions for the assigned departments, approve letters, review processes and serve as HR representative for assigned client groups.
- Maintain and facilitate human resource information record keeping systems.
- Responsible for new employee onboarding utilizing the Human Resources Information System(HRCMS), Interview Exchange applicant tracking system, and other MassArt platforms. Related work includes entering hires, rehires, and contract extensions into HRCMS.
- Prepares PAF's, letters, and other source documents to initiate payroll functions including but not limited to the onboarding of new hires, terminations, and all employee changes i.e. pay rates, titles, transfers, promotions, etc.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
- Works collaboratively with the payroll department to ensure timely and accurate information is provided as it relates to employee actions.
- Complete employment verification requests in a timely, efficient manner.
- Assists with development and creation of processes and procedures that support College policies and goals set forth by the CHRO.
- Partner with the HR Assistant to curate and promote engaging employee well-being initiatives across MassArt Connect's Benefits channel.
Talent Development, Learning Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness- Develop and execute a talent development strategy aligned with institutional priorities and workforce needs.
- Partner with leaders and managers to assess organizational needs, identify development opportunities, and implement targeted learning solutions.
Leadership Development & Training Programs- Design, facilitate, and evaluate leadership, management, and professional development programs.
- Develop and manage leadership development initiatives, including new manager training, coaching models, cohort-based learning experiences, and tracking institution-wide training program participation.
- Delivering training on topics including:
- Management 101: New Manager Development
- Workplace policies and compliance training
- LinkedIn Learning and other professional development resources
- Develop a six-month new hire experience to enhance employee integration, engagement, and retention.
- Lead the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Design and facilitate holistic wellness workshops?covering stress management, mental health awareness, and work-life harmony?to improve overall employee engagement and drive healthy workplace culture.
- Evaluate and track wellness initiative outcomes through participant feedback and health metric trends, continuously refining curriculum to ensure high participation and alignment with organizational HR goals.
Learning Partnerships & HR Support- Build relationships with internal and external learning partners, including LinkedIn Learning, AllOne Health, and other professional development providers.
- Evaluate learning resources and align partnerships with institutional workforce needs.
- Coordinate facilitators, vendors, and subject matter experts to deliver effective learning experiences.
Requirements:Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Organizational Behavior, Management, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, or related field.
- Demonstrated 4-6 years' experience developing and delivering employee learning, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness programs.
- Experience implementing or managing Learning Management Systems and learning technology platforms.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and workforce development strategies.
- Experience partnering with leaders and managers to identify needs and implement solutions.
- Strong project management, facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Preferred Requirements- Master's degree in Organizational Behavior, Management, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, or related field.
- Professional certification in talent development, coaching, or organizational development, such as:
- Association for Talent Development (ATD) / APTD or CPTD Certification
- Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- DiSC Training and Assessment Certification
- Experience working in higher education or complex organizational environments.
- Experienced 4-5 years designing leadership pipelines, initiatives, or talent development programs.
- Experience using data and analytics to evaluate learning outcomes and organizational impact.
Core Competencies- Strategic thinking and organizational leadership
- Talent development strategy
- Leadership development expertise
- Learning design and facilitation
- Organizational effectiveness
- HR partnership and consultation
- Project and program management
- Change management
- Data-informed decision-making
- Strong communication and presentation skills
Additional Information:Please note MassArt:
- Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
- Is not an E-Verify institution.
You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.Comprehensive Benefits
(does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Please click here to view MassArt Benefits.
Application Instructions:Please include a resume and cover letter.
