SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Employee Experience Program Manager will create and implement initiatives that strengthen workplace culture to ensure employees feel valued and heard.  In partnership with People Leaders and HR Business Partners, the Employee Experience Program Manager will help to build inclusive work environments that enhance employee satisfaction and retention, which benefits both the individual and Exelixis.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate across the organization to design and implement initiatives and programs that improve employee satisfaction, well-being, and productivity

Manage employee engagement survey process including analyzing survey results, providing data insights, and partnering with People Leaders to implement actions that address identified gaps in the employee life cycle – from onboarding to off-boarding

With an emphasis on team dynamics, partner with Learning & Development to create and facilitate training that strengthen team member interactions and collaboration within working groups

Lead and support Employee Experience Resource Groups including advising on mission statements, identifying Resource group specific programs, overseeing budget, and supporting associated event planning and execution

Provide guidance to Employee Experience Resource Group Chairs and Executive Sponsors to ensure Resource Groups’ alignment with Exelixis’ mission and values

Partner with Public Affairs to identify and coordinate Community outreach opportunities connected with Employee Experience Resource Groups

Oversee Employee Experience Resource Group’s internal communication channels, managing content, ensuring message clarity and consistency, as well as monitoring how employees interact with the channels

Analyze and measure the effectiveness of employee experience initiatives and make data-driven improvement recommendations

Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education:

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent education and 9 years of applicable experience

PHR or SHRM-CP certification required

SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification preferred

Experience:

A minimum of 9 years of acceptable years of related experience 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Communication & Interpersonal skills – Comprehensive

Problem-Solving – Advanced

Empathy & Emotional Intelligence – Comprehensive

Leadership & Influence - Advanced

Change Management – Advanced

Data Analysis – Advanced

Conflict Resolution – Advanced

Project Management – Comprehensive

HR Policies & Practices – Intermediate

Organizational Behavior/Workplace Culture – Advanced

Employee Engagement Tools – Advanced

Strategic Thinking – Advanced

Ability to work with ambiguity - Comprehensive

Ability to work with confidential data – Comprehensive

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Our office is a modern, open-plan space that foster collaborations and creativity.  Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere.  We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $143,000 - $202,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

DISCLAIMER 
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.