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Employee Engagement and Professional Learning & Development Specialist
Virginia’s Community CollegesSpotsylvania, Germanna Community College, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Jul 2026
💰 $90,430/yr($81,386/yr – $90,430/yr)
About the role
Posting Summary
Working Title
Employee Engagement and Professional Learning & Development Specialist
Role Title
Human Resource Analyst II
Role Code
19092-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
05
Position Number
29700129
Agency
Germanna Community College
Division
Germanna Community College (Div)
Work Location
Spotsylvania - 177
Hiring Range
$81,386-$90,430 Annually plus full state benefits
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Or as scheduled
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Or as scheduled
Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking and many other activities.
The Employee Engagement and Professional Learning & Development Specialist supports a culture of continuous learning, engagement, and organizational excellence by designing, coordinating, and implementing employee development and engagement initiatives that support the College’s mission and strategic priorities. Working collaboratively with Human Resources, College leadership, faculty, staff, and administrators, this position supports the development and delivery of professional learning opportunities, employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, onboarding experiences, and internal communications that enhance the employee experience. The Specialist promotes workforce development, supports employee success and retention, and advances a positive, inclusive workplace culture through strategic communication, collaboration, and innovative learning solutions.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, coordinate, and implement employee engagement initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture aligned with the College’s mission and strategic goals.
- Research, develop, and communicate employee engagement strategies, professional learning resources, policies, procedures, and best practices through clear, engaging written communications and presentations.
- Partner with stakeholders to develop, coordinate, and facilitate comprehensive onboarding, orientation, and continuous learning opportunities that support employee success, professional growth, and organizational effectiveness.
- Coordinate, track, and maintain records of required employee training and professional development activities to ensure compliance and support workforce development goals.
- Develop, implement, and continuously enhance employee learning and development programs, career growth initiatives, recognition and appreciation programs, mentorship opportunities, and employee retention strategies.
- Create and manage internal communications, including quarterly newsletters, learning calendars, recognition campaigns, and other engagement materials using a variety of communication platforms.
- Assess organizational learning and development needs by collaborating with leadership, supervisors, and employees to design targeted workshops, leadership development programs, and skill-building opportunities.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of employee engagement and professional development initiatives through surveys, participation metrics, and feedback, using data to recommend continuous improvements.
- Support strategic initiatives that enhance employee experience, organizational effectiveness, and workforce engagement.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications- Experience in human resources, employee engagement, organizational development, professional learning, training and development, higher education administration, or a related field.
- Experience developing written communications, training materials, newsl
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