HR Talent Management Program Administrator

The HR Talent Management Program Administrator provides program management, operational coordination, and analytical support for strategic Talent Management initiatives. This role partners closely with the HR Deputy Director, Talent Management team and others, to plan, execute, and monitor high-impact projects that advance HR and organizational priorities. The position ensures projects are delivered on schedule, communications are coordinated effectively, and stakeholders remain informed and engaged. The Administrator also serves as a trusted operational partner to the HR Deputy director and Program Managers by supporting executive priorities, employee engagement efforts, and continuous process improvement.\n \n \nPrimary Responsibilities\n Project Management (70%)\n \u2022 Coordinate and administer Talent Management initiatives from planning through implementation in partnership with project managers, operational analysts, and executive sponsors.\n \u2022 Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, action logs, implementation checklists, and status reports.\n \u2022 Monitor project deliverables, dependencies, risks, and follow-up actions to support successful execution.\n \u2022 Prepare executive-ready meeting agendas, presentations, reports, and project documentation.\n \u2022 Plan, coordinate, and facilitate meetings, workshops, and single- or multi-day events supporting Talent Management and organizational change initiatives.\n \u2022 Analyze program feedback and performance data to identify trends, recommend enhancements, and improve program effectiveness.\n \u2022 Continuously evaluate processes and recommend improvements that increase efficiency and effectiveness.\n \u2022 Collaborate across HR and others to ensure successful delivery of project efforts.\n Executive & Operational Support to the HR Deputy Director (30%)\n \u2022 Coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives on behalf of HR senior leadership.\n \u2022 Support employee engagement and leadership communication efforts, including two-way communication forums, focus groups, and feedback tracking with the HR Deputy Director in support of the Laboratory Director\n \u2022 Manage complex calendars, meeting logistics, agendas, and follow-up actions for key HR initiatives.\n \u2022 Coordinate communications with employees, administrators, and external partners related to strategic HR programs.\n \u2022 Serve as the primary HR liaison for assigned project initiatives.\n \u2022 Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership decision-making and internal communications.\n \u2022 Maintain HR systems and documentation while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.\n \u2022 Identify opportunities to improve HR operations, processes, and Talent Management programs.\n \n \nQualifications\n

u2022 Associate degree, technical degree, or professional certificate with at least four years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree with at least two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\n \u2022 Demonstrated experience coordinating or leading complex projects in a fast-paced environment.\n \u2022 Strong organizational, planning, prioritization, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.\n \u2022 Skilled in multitasking, taking initiative, and supporting multiple people and priorities while maintaining high service standards and responsiveness\n \u2022 Ability to work independently or collaboratively \n \u2022 Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels.\n \u2022 Experience analyzing information and preparing clear, concise reports, presentations, and project documentation.\n \u2022 Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Zoom, and similar collaboration tools.\n \u2022 Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with sound judgment and professionalism.\n \u2022 Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.\n \u2022 Ability to work on-site frequently.\n \n

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $86,200\n \n Job Grade: ADM-IC2\n \n \nDisclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.\n \n At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: \n \n \n \n

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans\n
• MIT-funded pension\n
• Matching 401K\n
• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)\n
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs\n
• Mentorship programs\n
• A range of work-life balance options\n
• … and much more!\n

\n Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.\n \n Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.\n \n MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.\n