Employee Experience Manager at Baylor University

Waco, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employee Experience, Employee Communications, Engagement Initiatives, Event Planning, Budget Management, Vendor Management, Logistics, Culture Development, Communication Strategy, Content Creation, Stakeholder Partnership, Branding Standards, Recognition Programs, Program Implementation, Employee Lifecycle

Industry

Higher Education

Description

What We're Looking For The Employee Experience Manager is a strategic and people-focused leader responsible for shaping, delivering, and continuously improving the employee experience across the university. Reporting to the Director of Employee Experience, this role provides leadership for employee communications, engagement initiatives, and events that support a positive, connected, and mission-driven workplace culture. The Manager partners closely with HR leadership, campus stakeholders, and Marketing and Communications to ensure a consistent and meaningful experience for employees. A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant work experience are required. A master's degree and five years of relevant experience is preferred. Additional experience or education will be considered in lieu of one another. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis. What You Will Do Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of employee-focused events such as Faculty and Staff Appreciation, All University Staff Meetings, Milestone Luncheon, and other engagement initiatives Manage event budgets, timelines, vendors, and logistics, ensuring high-quality execution and responsible use of resources Serve as a thought partner to the Director of Employee Experience on emerging trends and opportunities related to engagement and culture Develop and oversee employee communication strategies, including HR newsletters, manager communications, and HR website content, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with institutional priorities Partner with HR leadership, internal HR teams, and campus partners to translate organizational initiatives into effective employee communications and experiences Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to ensure branding standards and messaging guidelines are followed across all employee-facing materials Oversee employee recognition programs, including administration and optimization of platforms such as Awardco, and recommend enhancements based on employee feedback and usage data Propose and implement new programs, tools, and resources that enhance engagement, connection, and the overall employee lifecycle experience Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission Ability to comply with University policies Maintain regular and punctual attendance What You Can Expect As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages. Explore & Engage Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco! Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for shaping, delivering, and improving the employee experience by leading employee communications, engagement initiatives, and events to foster a positive workplace culture. Key duties include managing event execution, overseeing communication strategies, administering recognition programs, and partnering with various campus stakeholders.