People Operations Manager, Talent Acquisition & HR Programs
Overview
Lead the strategic execution of CSET's people-related processes, owning talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and DEI initiatives at the Center for Security and Emerging Technology. Report to the Director of People and Operations and partner with leadership to ensure people operations policies align with CSET's mission of studying security impacts of emerging technologies like AI, advanced computing, and biotechnology. You will manage a People Operations Specialist and a budget, driving programs that shape culture and engagement across a hybrid research organization. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategy in a mission-driven environment where your work directly supports nonpartisan analysis for policymakers.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead the development and execution of CSET's talent sourcing and recruitment strategy, using LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS platforms like Workday and Interfolio to source diverse candidate pools.
- 2Partner with hiring managers across the full recruitment lifecycle, from position description development through offer, including interview logistics and hiring recommendations.
- 3Design and execute recruitment outreach via social media, targeted email, and events, partnering with External Affairs.
- 4Track and analyze applicant data to strengthen the quality and diversity of candidate pools, and benchmark compensation with finance and leadership.
- 5Manage CSET's annual recruiting and people operations budget, forecasting and tracking expenditures with the Financial Operations Manager.
- 6Coach and develop a People Operations Specialist and/or contract talent acquisition support.
- 7Execute the bi-annual performance review process, tailoring Georgetown's procedures for CSET, and advise managers on documentation and corrective actions.
- 8Lead CSET's annual 360 review process, from survey deployment to analyzing and disseminating feedback, and oversee the annual promotion cycle.
- 9Manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding, ensuring materials stay current with Georgetown requirements, and mediate employee relations concerns with discretion.
- 10Lead programming and shape strategic direction for DEI initiatives, including oversight of the Inclusion Alliance, to build culture and support employee wellbeing.
Requirements9
- 16+ years of progressive experience in people operations or human resources.
- 2Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- 3Demonstrated experience leading people-focused programs or initiatives.
- 4Experience with Workday, Interfolio, or similar HRIS/ATS platforms.
- 5Familiarity with Qualtrics or similar survey software.
- 6Proficiency with Google Docs/Sheets and Microsoft Office.
- 7Ability to work in a collaborative matrixed/multi-disciplinary environment.
- 8Motivated and intellectually curious, with alignment to CSET's mission.
- 9Legal eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Salary Insight
$67 - $127k per year
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