Consultant Jobs in New Orleans, LA

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This job assumes the responsibility for supporting Talent Management (TM) programs and initiatives by partnering with TM team members, Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs), Operational Leaders, and Administrative Stakeholders throughout the system to advance talent strategy programs of the organization. Educates/consults on talent projects in areas such as Employee and Physician Engagement, Performance Management, Onboarding, Workforce Planning and Development, Inclusion, Leadership Development, and other organization priorities. Deliver and/or support orientation initiatives to fully explain the organization's mission, vision, values, standards of behavior and team member expectations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree, preferable in Organization Development, Organizational Psychology, Training & Development or related field

Work Experience

Required - 3 years of experience in adult training, talent management, org effectiveness and/or in an organizational development, including supporting development programs, using adult learning approaches.

Experience in supporting Organizational Effectiveness (OE)/learning programs from design to development to deployment.

Proven experience in appropriately utilizing, vendors, technology, and methodologies.

Preferred - Experience in serving a complex, multi-site organization.

Experience supporting work outcomes in a matrix environment.

Certifications

Preferred - Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or SHRM-CP, 360 – degree feedback, and/or coach certification.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively.

• Strong technical aptitude and expertise with Windows-style applications including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent instructional and program design skills, consultation, presentation and facilitation skills

• Advanced training skills to deliver various training topics to all levels.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/projects in accordance with stated deadlines.

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.

• Strong customer service orientation, strong project management and time management skills.

• Flexibility in approach to work and development of learning solutions.

• Analytical and sound decision-making skills.

• Develops well-rounded program which supports varied learning styles and an inclusive workforce.

Job Duties

• Consults effectively with stakeholders.

• Facilitates dynamic and engaging programs in support of TM initiatives (new hire orientations, leader assimilations, workforce development trainings, focus groups, etc.).

• Manages activities and tools around new hire orientations and onboarding.

• Uses a sound process to conduct talent needs assessment for initiatives.

• Creates foundational curricula that support key TM initiatives.

• Develops and conducts assessments and evaluations to measure program success.

• Provides coaching, 360s and mentoring to others, as required.

• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Must be able to sit or stand and for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.