Senior Program Specialist - Career Development

Hiring Department:
Utilities and Energy Management

Position Open To:
All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:
Expected to Continue

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

We are “the power behind UT”. Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides reliable and cost-effective electricity, chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, emergency power, and elevator services for The University of Texas  have more than 170 employees in five divisions:
Utilities Operations;
Utilities Distribution;
Controls and Operating Technology;
Finance:
Technical Programs and Services;
Sustainability: and Engineering and Resource Management.

• Safety:
  Commitment to the well-being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community.
• Respect:
  Treating everyone with fairness and dignity.
• Integrity:
  Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships.
• Reliability:
  Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services.
• Teamwork:
  Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge.
• Excellence:
  Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward-thinking, and stewardship.

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs:
  Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff
• Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employee without sponsorship.

The Senior Program Specialist will collaborate with all UEM divisions to support the development and implementation of the UEM career development program. This individual will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and evaluating career development initiatives that support the growth and development of talent within UEM. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in program management, workforce development, and a strong understanding of career development frameworks and regulations.

The specialist will assist with reporting, data analysis, project initiation, and training. The specialist will also assist with other UEM technical programs and initiatives as needed.

• Career Development Program Management:
  Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the UEM career development program, ensuring compliance with the governing body. Evaluate program effectiveness, compiling data and feedback to recommend improvements and ensure the program alignment with business objectives.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders:
  Collaborate with UEM divisions to identify career development opportunities, skills gaps, and areas of training needs. Develop and maintain relationships with educational institutions, training partners, and industry associations to create career development opportunities.
• Documentation and Records Keeping:
  Track and maintain detailed records of UEM employees, including progress reports, certifications, and milestones. Monitor career development program performance, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement to…