Principal Employee Engagement Specialist

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible Roles & Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinate the design, development and execution of employee engagement programs that strengthen organizational culture and increase employee participation across all business units.
• Oversee all logistics for programs and events including, but not limited to pre-planning, vendor procurement, and ultimate execution for events such as Lunch & Learns, the annual Employee Engagement Family Day, Take Our Children to Work Day, etc.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization to understand their engagement needs and tailor initiatives accordingly.
• Coordinate all elements of the NJ Employees Charitable Campaign (NJECC) program within NJ TRANSIT, aligning with State in sustaining success of the program.
• Oversee the Culture Council, which is a cross-functional group of employees dedicated to enhancing engagement by aligning with the overall organizational strategy, fostering effective communication, creating a safe space for feedback, gathering input for programming, boosting employee morale, ensuring inclusive participation, and identifying innovative ways to further engage and connect all NJ TRANSIT employees.
• Assist with the New Hire Year One program, which is a year-long onboarding program designed to foster stronger connections and mutual empowerment among colleagues by guiding new hires through a journey of personal growth and collaboration that begins on day one and continues throughout their first year and beyond.
• Handle contract negotiation with venues, vendors, and various third parties to ensure quality of employee event elements that they provide.
• Maintain and promote employee discount program though coordination with State to express appreciation for the valuable service NJ TRANSIT employees provide.
• Use data and employee feedback to continuously refine engagement strategies and enhance program effectiveness.
• Leverage technology to find greater efficiency as it pertains to tracking event attendance.
• Demonstrate a proactive "can-do" attitude, approaching challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, maintaining a positive outlook, and consistently seeking ways to overcome obstacles and achieve goals, regardless of the situation.

Supervision Given to:

• N/A

Education, Experience & Qualifications: Required

• Strong research skills to identify event opportunities, source vendors, conduct market research and best practices, and generate interest throughout the organization.
• Ability to grasp the "big picture" and successfully meet objectives in all stages of event planning, design execution, and post-production.
• Active listening skills with a creative approach to continuously engage and inspire employees.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for staffing events and managing coordination efforts.
• Strong relationship-building abilities across all levels and functions within the organization.
• Ability to influence and lead effectively, regardless of position or title.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams etc.).

Preferred

• Prior experience working with union and non-union employees.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Drivers license for operating fleet vehicle when necessary.

Working Environment

• Office, storage room, various facilities within and outside system.

Physical Demands

• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods during events, ensuring smooth coordination and support.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 25+ lbs. as needed for event setup, logistics, and other physical tasks.

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
• Retirement Plans
  • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
  • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
  • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team. Learn more about NJ TRANSIT! Sign up to receive an invitation to our next live information session at WWW.NJTRANSIT.COM/BEST