Organizational Design and Development Division Director - Gwinnett County Government, GA

Title: Organizational Design and Development Division Director
Type: Human Resources
Date Posted: May 1, 2024
Organization: Gwinnett County Government, GA
Website: Click here for more information or to apply


Description:


Salary: $96,847.00 - $130,000.00 Annually

Location: Gwinnett Justice & Administration Center, GA

Job Type: Full-Time Appointed

Job Number: 24-02459

Department: Department of Human Resources

FLSA: Exempt


Job Description

The Organizational Design and Development (OD&D) Division Director will be responsible for evaluating organizational effectiveness and defining and implementing comprehensive changes to organizational design and employee development programs to address weaknesses and prepare for future needs.  Incumbent will be expected to provide expert guidance in organizational design and assist County leadership with aligning organizational structures to efficiently pursue County goals. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for leading organizational development activities including but not limited to: succession planning, leadership coaching, and comprehensive employee learning and development. 

 

Essential Duties

  • Partner with internal HR management who support County departments, as well as County and departmental leadership to observe current organizational structures and make recommendations for optimal alignment and sustainable staffing to support strategic goals and organizational effectiveness.  Coach and advise leadership on the change management of associated changes.   
  • Stay current with emerging roles and organizational structure standard methodologies and integrate principles and guidelines, where appropriate, to ensure appropriate layers within the organization.
  • Continue the County’s succession planning efforts by developing a formal succession planning process, in alignment with the County’s culture, that includes identifying critical positions, defining key competencies and skills necessary for business continuity, implementing appropriate assessment tools and resources, and developing individuals to meet future business needs.        
  • Consult with internal HR management who support County departments, and departmental leadership on organizational and leadership matters. Conduct needs assessments to determine appropriate training resources to address areas of concern or improvement, e.g., team development and dynamics, communication styles, etc.  
  • Oversee the design and maintenance of the County’s learning and development programs for the County, including managing curriculum development and delivery methodology that adheres to overarching strategic goals. 
  • Ensure timely and accurate administration of all training records and Learning Management Systems. 
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Other Job Requirements/Information
This job is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule after an initial probationary period and individual approval.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in organizational design, organizational development, industrial/organizational psychology, management, human resources, or another related field;
  • Eight years of progressively responsible experience in organizational design and development, including two years of management experience;
  • Demonstrated leadership, management, and strategic planning skills;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Strong project management, quantitative, and analytical skills;
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, rules and regulations related to human resources;
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above and linked below will also be considered.
  • Valid Driver's License in State of residency.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate degree in organizational behavior, industrial/organizational psychology, business management, business administration, or another related field.
  • Experience in industrial engineering and employee performance management

For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click one of the links below:

This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program. 

Note: 
The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

For more information about this department, click here.

 

Additional Information

About Gwinnett County


Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.
 
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.

The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.
 
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! 

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. 

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. 

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.


Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

 

Agency

Gwinnett County

Address

75 Langley Drive

Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046

Phone

770.822.7915
770.822.7923

Website

http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!

In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!


Health

  • Medical plans for active and retired employees
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug plan


Wellness

  • Onsite Employee Wellness Center
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Immunizations
  • Wellness education and incentive programs
  • Annual wellness fair


Family and Career

  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Family planning benefits
  • Four weeks of paid parental leave


Time

  • Annual/Sick Leave
  • 12 paid holidays per calendar year
  • 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year


Money

  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available
  • Retirement and Savings Plans
  • 401(a) Defined Contribution
  • 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
  • Longevity pay
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Financial education programs


Protection

  • Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Identity theft protection


To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.


Job Post Expiration Date May 7, 2024

  All jobs are considered open until filled, unless otherwise posted.