Employee Engagement and Learning Specialist

What You'll Do:

The Employee Engagement and Learning Specialist is responsible for designing and implementing initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, enhance employee engagement, and build leadership and professional capabilities across the workforce. This role also supports talent management and performance programs that foster retention, career growth, and organizational effectiveness. The Specialist partners with leaders and HR to drive programs that inspire employees, improve performance, and reinforce organizational values.

Leadership Development and Learning 

• Support the implementation and delivery of leadership development programs for emerging and established leaders, including scheduling, materials preparation, and facilitation assistance. 

• Partner with HRBPs and leaders to identify learning needs and create targeted development pathways. 

• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and learning experiences that strengthen leadership, communication, and coaching skills. 

• Use instructional design methodologies to build engaging, interactive learning materials and programs (in-person, virtual, and hybrid). 

Employee Engagement, Recognition and Culture  

• Gather and analyze feedback to evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements. 

• Manage and evolve our recognition initiatives (service anniversaries, peer-to-peer recognition, values-based awards). 

• Partner with managers to embed recognition practices consistently across the employee lifecycle. 

• Support execution of the annual employee engagement survey, including survey design, rollout, reporting, and action planning. 

• Act as a culture ambassador by aligning programs with mission, vision, and values and recommending strategies that drive inclusion, belonging, and organizational connection. 

Talent Management and Performance Programs 

• Support performance management processes including goal setting, mid-year and annual reviews, and calibration sessions. 

• Partner with HR leadership to strengthen succession planning, career pathways, and retention strategies. 

• Assist in designing and implementing programs that support employee growth, internal mobility, and long-term career development. 

• Track performance and talent metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and development needs. 

Data and Continuous Improvement  

• Analyze engagement, recognition, retention, and learning program metrics to measure success and identify improvements. 

• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leaders on workforce trends. 

• Stay informed on best practices in employee engagement, organizational learning, and talent management. 

• Performs all other duties as assigned. 

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field 

• 3–5 years of experience in employee engagement, learning and development, or talent management

• Proven ability to design and deliver leadership, engagement, or recognition programs 

• Experience with instruction design (e.g., ADDIE model, eLearning tools, blended learning strategies, Articulate system)
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills 
• Experience supporting performance management or talent programs preferred
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action 
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment.

It would be great if you had:

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field

• Strong background in change management and fostering adoption of new programs or processes

• Knowledge of adult learning theory, leadership competency models, and employee lifecylce best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan 

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.