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CC017277 Employee Experience and Career GrowthSummary:Additional Information:Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's performance management and employee experience strategies. Oversees performance management programs, employee listening initiatives, and engagement strategies that strengthen leadership accountability, organizational culture, and employee effectiveness. Partners with leaders and key stakeholders to translate workforce insights into actionable strategies that enhance employee performance and the overall employee experience.
Required Education:High school diploma or GED or equivalentRecommended Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.Required Work Experience:5 years of relevant experience with HS/GED; or 7 years of experience in lieu of a HS Diploma/GED. Demonstrated readiness through either prior leadership experience, or, for internal candidates, successful completion of the ASPIRE program.Recommended Work Experience:Required Certifications:Recommended Certifications:Description1. Lead the organization's performance management strategy and lifecycle, overseeing the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance review processes, goal setting, competency assessments, and performance development practices aligned with organizational objectives.
2. Oversee the execution of annual and mid-year performance management cycles, ensuring consistent processes, effective calibration practices, leader accountability, and timely completion of performance evaluations and related activities.
3. Direct the ongoing administration and optimization of performance management systems and technology, including PEAP, to improve process efficiency, data integrity, user experience, and organizational adoption.
4. Develop and implement employee experience and engagement strategies that strengthen organizational culture, employee satisfaction, retention, and alignment with the organization's mission, vision, and values.
5. Lead employee listening initiatives, including engagement surveys, pulse surveys, and other feedback mechanisms, to assess employee perceptions, identify emerging concerns, and evaluate organizational culture and employee experience.
6. Analyze performance management outcomes, employee feedback, and workforce trends to identify opportunities for improvement, provide actionable insights to leadership, and measure the effectiveness of performance and employee experience initiatives.
7. Partner with organizational leaders to strengthen performance management capabilities, providing consultation, education, and resources that promote meaningful goal setting, effective feedback, performance conversations, and accountability for employee development.
8. Lead change management, communication, and education strategies supporting the implementation and adoption of performance management and employee experience initiatives, ensuring stakeholder engagement, leader readiness, and sustained organizational effectiveness.
9. Collaborate with HR Centers of Expertise and organizational stakeholders to align performance management, employee development, recognition, employee advocacy, and employee value proposition initiatives with broader people strategies and organizational priorities.
10. Direct and develop assigned performance management and employee experience resources, establishing priorities, performance expectations, and service standards while promoting professional development, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
11. Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Five years of relevant experience with a high school diploma or GED, or seven years of experience in lieu of a diploma
- Demonstrated readiness through prior leadership experience or successful completion of the ASPIRE program for internal candidates
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
Arkansas Children's Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arkansas Children's and has not been reviewed or approved by Arkansas Children's.
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Affordable Benefits — Benefits are described as helping offset salaries that some consider average for the local market, with health coverage and PTO frequently highlighted as positives.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings with an immediate employer match is emphasized, including a 50% match on the first 10% of contributions for eligible employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple health plan options, including PPO and HDHP through BlueAdvantage, are outlined with day-one eligibility and structured coverage.
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What We Do
Arkansas Children's, Inc. is the only healthcare system in Arkansas solely dedicated to caring for children. The organization includes two hospitals, a research institute, and a non-profit foundation. It provides specialized pediatric care, including a Level 1 Trauma Center and neonatal intensive care, with a mission to champion children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow through comprehensive medical services and outreach programs.
