Director of Employee Engagement and Experience

The University of Kentucky (UK) is currently seeking to fill a Director of Employee Engagement and Experience. The HR Director of Employee Engagement and Experience will lead the creation and implementation of a comprehensive employee engagement strategy for the University and create the foundation for UK employees to do the very best, fulfilling work of their career. A focus will be on collaborating with University leaders to determine links between engagement and University/unit success metrics. This position will also partner with University leadership, deans, department and unit leaders to develop strategic plans and tactics to improve engagement and enhance the employee experience. Additionally, the Director will work to integrate engagement and workplace flexibility concepts into existing and future supervisor touchpoints and communications with the aim for strong supervisors to become the primary conduit for increasing engagement and supporting employee success. The Director will be responsible for the execution and overall communication as it relates to employee engagement initiatives. This position will be responsible for the regular completion of an employee engagement survey, both institutionally and at the local unit/college/department level, and pulse surveys as well as the annual Great Colleges to Work For survey. The Director will serve as the subject matter expert on the survey results and will heavily engage with unit/college/department leaders, shared governance partners and teams in sharing the survey results and creating action plans to drive positive employee engagement. They will also coach and educate HR Business Partners, supervisors, and university leaders as they support workplace flexibility, proactively engage to address questions, issues and strategic/implementation needs.

To apply for this position, submit a UK Online Application at www.uky.edu/ukjobs  and reference the following job number: RE32911 or use the Quick Link below:

Quick Link: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/387669

Deadline to Apply: May, 31 2022

For questions, contact HR/Employment, phone (859) 257-9555 press 2.

The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity University that values diversity and inclusion. Individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.