Stanford's Graduate School of Business has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students with a transformative leadership experience, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research and offering a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver global impact like no other. We are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in service of our mission of developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who change lives, change organizations, and change the world. We invite you to be part of this mission.
The Human Resources Department of the Stanford Graduate School of Business seeks an Assistant Director, Talent & Engagement, to support the evolution of our talent management approach. Reporting to the Principal Talent Strategist, you will support the operations behind a world-class academic institution, providing your HR intelligence to influence and shape our workplace culture. Our staff supports an amazing cadre of faculty and graduate students, delivering a wide array of academic and non-academic services that require nimble HR support.
Given the unprecedented shift in employee expectations regarding workplace equity and flexibility, we are looking for a highly organized, empathetic, and collaborative HR professional who can bring their subject matter expertise to elevate the employee work experience in an evolving hybrid work environment.
We will provide a flexible work arrangement and a highly collaborative environment for you to organize, manage, and promote our current and developmental experiences. To do this requires confidence based on proven program delivery and the humility to observe and learn. Do you find joy in bringing clarity and simplicity to the chaos? Then this position may be for you!
Your primary responsibilities include:
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree and five years relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- Specialized expertise in employee learning and communications.
- Strong planner, program designer and project manager.
- Affinity and passion for community building and inclusion.
- Demonstrated presentation and group facilitation skills.
- Excellent writing and storytelling skills.
- Ability to visualize complicated topics/data into clear and concise recommendations.
- Demonstrated proficiency with utilizing technology and systems to deliver insights and produce content.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
The expected pay range for this position is $95,000 - $141,000 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
How to Apply
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Why Stanford is for You
Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff come from diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:
- Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
- A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care, and caregiving support.
- A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
- Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
- Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!
We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.