Talent Learning and Capabilities Talent Stewardship Pgm Mgr

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Job Summary / Purpose
The Talent Stewardship Program Manager leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide performance enablement and talent planning strategies and processes. The Program Manager partners closely with HR and senior leaders to identify key roles, assess talent readiness, and implement processes that prepare the organization for future leadership needs. This role ensures alignment of performance practices with organizational goals, continuous development and talent growth strategies that strengthen leadership pipelines and ensure business continuity. 

Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Program Ownership & Strategy

• Design, implement, and manage scalable talent review, succession planning and performance enablement frameworks, processes, and tools.
• Ensure organizational alignment with strategy, compensation, workforce planning and talent development.
• Capture and maintain talent stewardship data and metrics assessing progress toward multi-year strategic priorities, goals and initiatives.
• Continuously assess and improve performance enablement and talent systems to ensure effectiveness and relevance.
• Lead business process design decisions for future HCM technology configuration.

Process Delivery

• Lead performance review cycles, including goal-setting, quarterly check-ins, mid-year and year-end evaluations.
• Monitor compliance and provide insights on participation and completion rates.
• Coordinate with TLC Delivery and HR to facilitate talent reviews and maintain succession plans for key positions.
• Track and monitor talent readiness, gaps, and development actions.
• Manage communications, training, and resources to support leaders and employees through all talent management processes.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to ensure performance practices support organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development to connect performance outcomes with employee growth opportunities and succession planning.
• Partner with People Insights to develop dashboards and reports that analyze performance enablement data; identify trends, gaps, opportunities, and recommendations for HR and senior leadership.
• Use insights to enhance organizational effectiveness and decision-making.
• Drive adoption of talent stewardship practices through communication, training, and leadership engagement.
• Provide guidance and support to leaders on effective feedback, coaching, and goal alignment.
• Promote a culture of continuous feedback, accountability, and development.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience 
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or related field. Masters degree preferred. Familiarity with matrixed organizational structures, particularly healthcare, is highly desirable.

Required Licensure and Certifications
Preferred certifications: Human Resources, Change Management, Coaching, Talent Development, Performance Improvement

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

• 8+ years of experience in HR, talent management, program management, organizational development, or related fields. Healthcare experience preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of performance management practices, tools, and enterprise talent processes.
• Proven ability to consult, facilitate, and influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
• Skilled in data analysis and experienced with HR technology platforms such as Workday and Visier.
• Analytical and strategic thinker with a track record of using data to drive talent and business decisions.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and program management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and lead through change effectively.