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Leading the employee engagement and cultural initiatives and projects for the department with the creation, coordination, management, and execution of programs that strengthen the team and culture. I keep departmental engagement initiatives on track and serve as a connection and department representative to other internal teams, including Recruiting, L&D, Organizational Development, and HR. I establish and develop productive partnerships with leadership in order to understand the department objectives., and environmental challenges and work collaboratively to maintain consistency across the entire company. Responsible for creating and executing engagement strategies that align with department goals. I lead projects and programs across the department to ensure adoption. Establish KPIs to measure success. Oversee the culture committee, planning meetings, and ensuring committee objectives are presented to department leaders. Plan and oversee all town hall events, and ensure consistent messaging across all sub-departments. I oversee the monthly newsletter to drive engagement. Manage engagement meetings (Skip-levels, new hire meetings, and top performer) track completion and trends. Hold employees accountable for engagement action plans and report on progress. Partner with HR to identify and analyze engagement trends. Take the lead in implementing new engagement solutions and processes. Identify current and emerging trends in engagement methodologies that are applicable and sustainable in creating dynamic programs.

Develops project plans for large-scale events to include project initiation, planning, execution, control and closurePlans and coordinates the logistics of events which increase brand awareness to include planning (identifying/negotiating price for event space, determining event agendas, coordinating event marketing), setting up space and displaying promotional materials, closing out event with any necessary follow-up.Facilitates resolution to all issues to reach event goalsCreates and maintains events and experiences project plans including day of coordinationCollaborates and leads projects with others on the marketing teamMaintains a high degree of professionalism and confidentialityRepresents Paycom in a professional and positive manner in all interactions, including networking events and other activities outside of normal business hoursSkills/Abilities:Able to interface at a senior executive level.Able to manage external vendors.Excellent time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills.Service-oriented attitude with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.Possess professional verbal and written communication skills.Personalizes the experience for each customer by fostering relationships, anticipating needs and exceeding expectations.Ability to work in fast-paced environment.Ability to communicate effectively and be a team player who works collaboratively with colleagues and management.Excellent customer service skills needed for vendor relations, client interaction and stakeholder interaction.I have experience working in a dynamic environment and track record of successful execution of multiple events with opposing priorities.Strong project, and time management skills highly organized, detail focused, results driven, accountable with the ability to handle stress and last-minute, urgent requests.