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Position Description

Under broad supervision, the Change Management Manager will oversee and implement change initiatives for the Harris County Pay Equity Project. Individuals in this role will be responsible for developing and executing change management strategies and plans, conducting impact assessments, and providing guidance and support to team members during times of change.

The Change Management Manager is expected to understand change management principles, possess excellent communication and leadership skills, and be able to drive organizational transformation effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Change Management: Develops and implements change management strategies and plans to maximize organizational adoption and usage of required change and minimize resistance.
• Communication Planning: Designs and executes effective communication plans to ensure effective and timely communication of changes to key stakeholders.
• Impact Assessment and Risk Management: Conducts impact analyses, assesses change readiness, identifies key stakeholders, identifies potential risks and anticipated points of resistance, and develops specific plans to mitigate or address the concerns.
• Performance and Methodology Management: Defines and measures success metrics, monitors change progress, applies a structured methodology, and leads change management activities, including providing direct support and coaching to all levels of managers and supervisors.
• Training and Support: Develops and provides training programs, guidance, support, and materials to all business units to anticipate and minimize resistant behaviors from employees and stakeholders.

Other Duties:

• This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) ###-#### or email ...@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

• Supporting Documents:
• Cover Letter
• Updated Resume

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a directly related field from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of experience managing end-to-end change.

• Certifications:
• Change Management Certification (PROSCI, Kotter, ADKAR).

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Experience with large-scale organizational change efforts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
• Ability to work effectively at all levels in an organization.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

• Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
• Grant-funded Full-time | Funded to work until December 31, 2026.
• Monday – Friday | 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
• Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the specific needs and demands of the department.

• Salary:
• $42.73 - $65.23 Hourly
• Depends on Qualifications
• Based on 26 Pay Periods

• Work Environment and Physical Demands:
• This position is based in an office environment, where the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and filing cabinets is routine. The physical demands associated with this job are minimal, with occasional lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The role is predominantly sedentary, involving mainly sitting with occasional standing and walking.

• Reporting Relationships:
• Reports To Position: Director, Compensation
• Supervises Positions: None

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• Government Administration