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Department/Unit:

Human Resources

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$71,612.39 - $110,999.20

Program Manager, Career Mobility & Advancement

Human Resources Department

Albany, NY

The Manager of Career Mobility & Advancement is responsible for designing and leading innovative talent development initiatives to enhance entry-level workforce pipeline opportunities, internal career pathways, and support employee advancement, within Albany Med Health System. This role will create and manage career mobility strategies and tactics aligned with Albany Med's mission, vision and values, build partnerships with local organizations and schools, and contribute to a strong culture of professional growth and opportunity. The Manager will also collaborate closely with external and internal stakeholders including but not limited to the Albany Med Center for Excellence and Center for Learning and Development to develop and implement programs that address current and future workforce needs, particularly within the local community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

+ Focused on nursing and other clinical career pathways, design, implement, and manage career mapping and coaching plans for employees, that support employees in meeting their professional goals and navigating career pathways.

+ Develop internal pipelines for critical roles through upskilling, reskilling, and professional development initiatives.

+ Partner with the Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Nursing Officer to align workforce development programs with broader workforce and organizational strategies.

+ Lead efforts related to internships, fellowships, apprenticeships, externships, and other early-career or mid-career pipeline opportunities.

+ Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with local schools, colleges, workforce boards, community organizations, and industry partners to create talent pipelines reflective of community needs.

+ Engage with department leaders and employees to identify barriers to career advancement and design solutions to promote equity, inclusion and mobility.

+ Track program effectiveness through metrics, reporting, and data analysis to inform continuous improvement.

+ Serve as a subject matter expert on best practices in career development, talent mobility, and workforce planning in a healthcare setting.

+ Act as an ambassador the Albany Med Health System in the community and, representing Albany Med at events, local career fairs, and forums that expand access and opportunity for the local community.

+ Manage budget and resources related to grant management and reporting demonstrating outcomes in entry level hiring, career advancement, income improvement, community workforce programs, and participant satisfaction.

+ Facilitate workshops, seminars, and educational sessions for employees on topics such as resume building, educational requirements, skills development, and mentorship.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Education, or related field - required

+ Master's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Education, or related field - preferred

+ 5+ years of progressive experience in talent development, career services, workforce planning, or a related HR function - required

+ Healthcare experience - preferred

+ Strong understanding of career development methodologies, internal mobility strategies, and talent pipeline management.

+ Demonstrated experience working with community partners, educational institutions, and local workforce initiatives.

+ Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and engage diverse stakeholders.

+ Ability to analyze data and trends to inform programming decisions.

+ Proven project management and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

+ Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles as they relate to workforce development.

+ Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Physical Demands

+ Standing - Occasionally

+ Walking - Occasionally

+ Sitting - Constantly

+ Lifting - Rarely

+ Carrying - Rarely

+ Pushing - Rarely

+ Pulling - Rarely

+ Climbing - Rarely

+ Balancing - Rarely

+ Stooping - Rarely

+ Kneeling - Rarely

+ Crouching - Rarely

+ Crawling - Rarely

+ Reaching - Rarely

+ Handling - Occasionally

+ Grasping - Occasionally

+ Feeling - Rarely

+ Talking - Constantly

+ Hearing - Constantly

+ Repetitive Motions - Frequently

+ Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

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Working Conditions

+ Extreme cold - Rarely

+ Extreme heat - Rarely

+ Humidity - Rarely

+ Wet - Rarely

+ Noise - Occasionally

+ Hazards - Rarely

+ Temperature Change - Rarely

+ Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

+ Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.