Senior/Principal Talent Management & Culture Partner

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.We're hiring for a position open to both Senior and Principal level candidates. The level will be determined based on the successful applicant's qualifications, experience, and skills demonstrated during the interview process. Job Function SummaryDevelops and implements talent management and culture programs such as, but not limited to, new hire onboarding, goal setting, mid-year review, year-end calibration, year-end review, promotions, employee engagement survey and action planning initiatives to support organizational goals and workforce priorities. Provides training and consultation to managers.Key Job InformationSenior/Principal Talent Management & Culture Partner (P3/P4)Grade: P3 (Senior-level) or P4 (Principal-level)P3 (Senior-level) Requires in-depth knowledge and experience.Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services.Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions.Works independently; receives minimal guidance.Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.P4 (Principal-level)Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise.Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices.Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations.May lead functional teams or projects.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram DesignP3 - Designs and develops talent management and culture programs, frameworks, and resources aligned to business needs. Monitors program effectiveness and recommends improvements aligned to best practices.P4 - Envisions, designs, and develops talent management and culture programs, frameworks, and resources aligned to business needs and enterprise priorities. Proactively anticipates workforce needs and develops solutions that support business objectives. Serves as a subject matter expert on talent management and culture topics.Program ExecutionP3 - Leads execution of talent management and culture programs and initiatives aligned to business needs. Facilitates implementation activities including systems set-up, supports organizational change efforts, and collaborates across stakeholder groups to drive program effectiveness and employee outcomes.P4 - Ensures successful implementation and activation of talent management and culture programs aligned to enterprise priorities and business objectives. Proactively anticipates implementation risks and develops solutions that support successful adoption and sustained outcomes.Communications and Change EnablementP3 - Designs communications, presentations, resources, and storytelling approaches that support talent management and culture programs and initiatives. Develops communications and approaches tailored to different audiences to increase awareness, understanding, and drive adoption of programs and processes.P4 - Develops enterprise communications, presentations, and storytelling strategies that support talent management and culture priorities. Proactively anticipates communication needs and develops approaches that strengthen understanding, drive alignment, and support successful adoption. Translate complex topics into clear and compelling messages for different audiences.Education / Experience / CertificationsEducation - Typically a bachelor's degree in business, psychology, sociology, communications, human resources or other related field or equivalent experience.ExperienceP3 - Typically five or more years in human resources with at least two years in the area of discipline or equivalent and experience engaging with employees and managers.P4 - Typically eight or more years in human resources with at least two years in the area of discipline or equivalent, engaging with employees, managers and executives.Certifications, Licenses and TrainingPHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred. Other HR certifications a plus (e.g., CEBS, CBP, CCP, AIRS, ATD).Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)Functional CompetenciesP3Intermediate knowledge of PGE's policies, procedures and plansAdvanced knowledge of best practices related to area of disciplineAdvanced skills in project managementAdvanced skills in facilitation and presentationsIntermediate skills in systems and programs used in functional area, including data retrievalP4Advanced knowledge of PGE's policies, procedures and plansAdvanced knowledge of best practices related to area of disciplineExpert skills in project managementExpert skills in facilitation and presentationsAdvanced skills in systems and programs used in functional area, including data retrievalGeneral CompetenciesP3Advanced customer focus skillsIntermediate safety leadership skillsAdvanced skills in change leadershipAdvanced skills in analytical thinkingAdvanced skills in problem solvingIntermediate risk management skillsAdvanced oral and written communication skillsAdvanced interpersonal skillsAdvanced decision-making skillsAdvanced organization and prioritization skillsIntermediate knowledge of business process interrelationshipsAdvanced business acumenP4Expert customer focus skills; Understands when to listen and when to speak up and advocate; balances employee perspective and business needs.Intermediate safety leadership skillsExpert skills in change leadershipExpert skills in analytical thinkingExpert skills in problem solvingAdvanced risk management skillsExpert oral and written communication skillsExpert interpersonal skillsAdvanced decision-making skillsAdvanced organization and prioritization skillsAdvanced knowledge of business process interrelationshipsAdvanced business acumenPhysical and Cognitive DemandsCognitive LevelP3Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).P4Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).CognitiveAbility to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvementAbility to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksSchedule / AttendanceAbility to adhere to pre-established scheduleAbility to work long hoursAbility to work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendanceAbility to work shift scheduleAbility to work on-call schedulePhysical CapabilitiesDriving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory – Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbCarrying: Up to 10 lbEnvironment – Indoor/OutdoorOffice environment#LI-CU1Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. 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