Change Management Manager job in Atlanta

Leads change management initiatives, with a strong focus on enabling people-side transitions related to business operations and organizational strategy. Responsible for developing and executing change strategies that promote user adoption, engagement, and sustainability of new methods of working, with an emphasis on ERP implementations and system optimization efforts. Partners closely with strategic consulting, project teams, business owners, and senior leadership to accelerate adoption, minimize resistance, and support institutional success through thoughtful change., 1. Applies structured change management methodology to lead strategic initiatives and support institutional goals

1. Develops and executes change strategies, stakeholder engagement plans, and communication plans
2. Conducts stakeholder analysis, impact assessments, readiness assessments, and resistance management strategies
3. Partners with project teams and business owners to support smooth transitions and end-user adoption
4. Creates and implements training plans and knowledge transfer strategies that build capacity and self-sufficiency
5. Facilitates workshops, training sessions, and other activities to increase organizational readiness and user competency
6. Tracks adoption metrics, gather feedback, and report progress to leadership
7. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with organizational goals
8. Facilitates change network engagement, focus groups, and feedback loops to monitor organizational sentiment
9. Collaborates across divisions and project teams to align change activities with institutional priorities and culture
10. Supports the integration of change management into project lifecycles and institutional strategic planning, This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

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• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

Educational Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, Information Technology, or a related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Required Experience Five (5) years of experience in organizational change management and/or project management, with direct experience supporting complex enterprise-level technology projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications Certifications in change management (e.g., Prosci®, ACMP, CCMP), PMP or Agile project management

Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience Workday experience (implementation, optimization, or sustainment), preferably within a higher education or public sector context Higher education experience, Able to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership Comfortable operating in a matrixed environment with cross-functional teams Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE Deep understanding of change management principles, methodologies (e.g., Prosci), and tools Experience managing multiple, concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced setting Familiarity with higher education culture and structure preferred, Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, time management, project management, and presentation skills Strong communication and facilitation skills across diverse stakeholder groups Competence in developing change metrics, dashboards, and feedback loops to track success Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

The budgeted salary range is $86,000 - $96,000 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit- https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision . Come Take Flight at KSU!, The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

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