Employee Engagement Manager

Lake Washington Institute of Technology•Kirkland, WA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Employee Engagement Manager, within the Human Resources department at Lake Washington Institute of Technology, coordinates, implements, evaluates, and continuously improves employee engagement and development programs that support the college’s workforce and institutional goals. The position oversees employee lifecycle initiatives, including onboarding, professional development and training, employee engagement activities and events, and offboarding. Working with Human Resources colleagues, supervisors, faculty, staff, and other college departments, the manager promotes consistent employee experiences, professional growth, workplace connection, and a positive and inclusive organizational culture. The manager develops and maintains program tracking systems, analyzes employee feedback and program outcomes, prepares reports, and recommends data-informed improvements to HR programs and services. The role supports employee satisfaction, engagement, and retention, and advances the college’s commitment to being student-ready, workforce-ready, and future-ready. Additional duties may be assigned consistent with organizational needs. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, in-person position with some flexibility for remote work. Hours are typically 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some evening hours as needed. Salary is $7,500 per month.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, organizational development, education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience coordinating employee programs, onboarding activities, training and development, employee engagement initiatives, or related administrative functions.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate program effectiveness, identify trends, prepare reports, support data-informed decisions, and drive continuous improvement.
Experience tracking program data, evaluating outcomes, and preparing reports to support program administration or decision-making.
Demonstrated organizational, project coordination, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage multiple projects and priorities, meet deadlines, and coordinate activities across departments.
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and exercise sound judgment.
Proficiency with office productivity applications and data-tracking tools.
Ability to perform a range of physical motions, including lifting and carrying; standing, walking, and sitting for long periods; kneeling, squatting, stooping, and using stairs.
Ability to operate office equipment, read and verify data, prepare materials, and exchange information by phone or in person.
Proof of authorization to work in the United States is required at hire. The college does not currently sponsor H-1B visas.
Applicants must complete the required sexual misconduct disclosure form. Applicants may be required to complete background and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Human Resources or employee lifecycle program administration.
Experience working in higher education or a public-sector organization.
Experience with employee surveys, program assessment, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience with human resources information systems (HRIS), learning management systems (LMS), and reporting tools.
Knowledge of employee engagement, onboarding, professional development, and employee retention practices.
Experience coordinating employee events, recognition programs, wellness initiatives, or workplace culture activities.
Experience developing procedures, implementing programs, and evaluating outcomes using quantitative and qualitative data.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and implement employee onboarding and orientation with Human Resources and hiring departments; maintain procedures and materials, track milestones and training, conduct or coordinate new-hire check-ins, and use feedback and data to recommend improvements.
Coordinate employee training, professional development, workshops, and learning opportunities; identify development needs with HR staff, supervisors, and departments; maintain participation and completion records; evaluate programs and recommend improvements.
Coordinate employee offboarding with Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, supervisors, and other departments; maintain procedures and tracking systems, coordinate exit interviews, provide general information and referrals on retirement, benefits transitions, and accrued leave with appropriate personnel, analyze departure feedback and trends, prepare reports, and maintain confidential separation records.
Plan and implement employee engagement initiatives, recognition and appreciation programs, wellness initiatives, and college-wide HR events; coordinate logistics, communications, facilities, materials, budgets, and other administrative requirements; track participation, expenses, and feedback and recommend improvements.
Develop and maintain data-tracking systems, assessment tools, and reporting procedures for HR programs; establish and monitor performance measures; collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data; prepare reports and presentations; identify trends and make data-informed recommendations; monitor improvement initiatives; and protect confidential information.
Maintain HR program documentation, procedures, schedules, communications, and records; coordinate consistent delivery of employee programs; support HR initiatives; identify process and service improvements; recommend and coordinate approved program enhancements; and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders.