Employee Engagement Coordinator

Job Description: The Employee Engagement Coordinator is responsible for spearheading initiatives, events, trainings, and systems that foster engagement and belonging among a diverse community of employees. This role designs and implements programs that strengthen organizational culture, enhance employee satisfaction, and promote meaningful connection across teams. The Coordinator gathers and analyzes feedback to identify engagement opportunities, partners with leaders to support recognition and retention strategies, and ensures that all engagement efforts reflect the organization’s values of inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Additionally, the position plays a key role in internal communications, change‑management support, and the development of scalable processes that elevate the overall employee experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Build trusting relationships with employees across the program, covering all roles and shifts.
• Design and coordinate initiatives that recognize and appreciate staff, including celebrations and recognition and awards programs.
• Create spaces, displays, and resources that provide comfort and community-building for employees.
• Design and coordinate initiatives that celebrate diversity among staff, including cultural, generational, linguistic, ethnic, orientation and gender diversity.
• Identify and coordinate training to increase cultural competency and inclusive practices skills among program leadership and staff.
• Identify and coordinate partnerships that support employees, such as English learning classes and specialized trainers.
• Contribute to agency committees and initiatives related to engagement, such as the Employee Appreciation Committee and Accessibility Committee.
• Use surveys, dialogue, and assessment tools to monitor employee engagement and identify areas for growth.
• Travel between program sites to ensure cultural alignment.
• Conduct meetings with staff at all levels to solicit feedback and suggestions.
• Establish and maintain a working relationship with the Human Resources team to ensure consistency of work across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Sociology, School Leadership, Organizational Development, Diversity and Equity, or similar subject area preferred.
• Relevant experience with employee engagement, equity and inclusion, training & development, organizational development or other related fields.
• Our priority is to have the individual possess the necessary skills and competencies to excel in this role, regardless of their overall work history.
• Experience promoting employee engagement in the workplace.
• Knowledge of proven employee engagement strategies.
• Experience working with New American communities in southern New Hampshire preferred.
• Bilingualism preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and multiculturalism in one’s work experience.
• Strong work ethic and high level of integrity; demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Exceptional listening skills and ability to relate to, influence, and coach employees at all levels.
• Ability to lead projects, define goals, set milestones and follow through on deliverables.
• Knowledge of and experience in the use of technology, including the use of Microsoft Office, statistical software and advanced Web applications.

Hours: Monday through Friday, some flexibility required

Compensation: $65,000 Based on Experience and Education

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• 10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation, financial wellness and employee assistance program (EAP)

EOE Ready to make a meaningful difference every day? Become part of a dynamic team dedicated to elevating all abilities, empowering lives, and fostering positive impact in the community.

Join the Easterseals NH & VT family, where your passion meets purpose. Easterseals New Hampshire and Vermont elevates people of all abilities. We serve the diverse needs of approximately 18,000 children, adults, seniors, families, and veterans each year. We provide services across two states, and our programs cover areas like early intervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, adult day and in-home care, behavioral health, family-centered practices for child welfare, housing, and substance use disorders. We help people in New Hampshire and Vermont live their best lives.

Joining Easterseals NH & VT presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our organization provides various benefits and programs designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Explore our offerings here. We are honored to be recognized as a NH Veteran-Friendly Business and a recovery-friendly workplace.