Manager, Employee Engagement

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. This role is onsite at 51 Clemson Rd. Columbia, SC.

Position Purpose:

The Manager, Employee Engagement leads the design and execution of engagement and wellness initiatives aligned with the company's strategy to enhance employee productivity. This role partners with stakeholders to deliver data-driven programs, ensuring effective implementation and measurable outcomes.

What You'll Do:

• Lead development, implementation and assessment of engagement efforts and programs to continuously improve employee engagement. Research best practices, gather and analyze data to understand employee engagement and develop actionable strategies and programs.

• Routinely assess employee wellness benefits and health promotion strategies, including department budget. Recommends strategic changes to wellness program design for enhancing effectiveness and reducing risk. Oversee programs such as biometric screenings, flu clinics, activity programs and on-site fitness centers.

• Supervise and coordinate activity of staff. Responsible for training and various personnel functions, hiring, conducting performance evaluations, coaching, etc.

• Oversee programs such as Employee Association and recognition programs. Facilitate the delivery of programs through diverse modes of communication. Create timelines and project plans supporting the execution of programs. Prepare and deliver presentations.

• Work with stakeholders to drive engagement of employees. Serve as a liaison between division and business to build strong relationships to facilitate outcomes, communication, and support for initiatives. Act as a resource to management to improve engagement.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following:

• Required Education: Bachelor's

• Degree Equivalency: 4 years of job related experience.

• Required Work Experience: 5 years of human resources experience as business partner, organizational development, professional human resource discipline including 3 years in a supervisory role OR 3 years of equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above.

• Required Skills and Abilities: Strong communication, analytical, project management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Strong problem-solving, presentation, and judgment skills. Ability to analyze trends and make recommendations to management. Ability to persuade, negotiate, and influence others. Demonstrated consultative abilities in working with a broad/diverse employee population, leadership, and organizational development activities.

• Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office.

• Required Licenses and Certificates: Nationally accredited certification or license related to evaluating and prescribing activity regimens to people with medical conditions and/or physical limitations. Current Adult CPR/AED certification or ability to acquire within 30 days.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers, and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.comor call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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