**Specialist Staff, Workforce Development** **The Role** The Specialist Staff, Workforce Development will be responsible for developing workforce development strategies to build current and future pipelines for key industries in Georgia. They will leverage our resources, knowledge and expertise to support and partner with education and workforce development systems across the state of Georgia in the implementation of those strategies. The Specialist Staff will utilize workforce data at the company, state, and national levels to validate external business drivers to direct current and future pipeline programs. The Specialist Staff will lead partnerships with education and workforce development organizations, labor partners, associations and governmental agencies to maximize available funding and educational capacity associated with labor pool development. **Job Responsibilities** + Develop and implement custom strategies across multiple regions of the state in collaboration with industry leaders to improve the Company’s employment brands and overall workforce effectiveness + Establish key relationships with external partners that help identify talent and have aligned interest in employing individuals within our industry and local communities + Utilize partnerships to strengthen energy and key industry workforce development efforts and represent Georgia Power on the local, state, and national level + Curate key skills and curriculum to educate and train the available workforce with external educators, training groups, and industry partners + Develop and provide strategic direction for a workforce plan to support the recruitment and selection and development of talent in hard to fill positions across industries in the state + Lead collaborative efforts with key stakeholders to develop strategies, define new programs and initiatives, create and execute implementation plans, define long-term program ownership, and measure impact + Actively participate in economic and workforce initiatives and organizations and serve as a partner to Economic Development and Region External Affairs and other internal partners to further workforce efforts for state and company + Partner with Georgia Power Business Units and Southern Company subsidiaries to develop and share efficient workforce development programs and initiatives and ensure pipeline programs are meeting company needs + Use multiple channels to effectively disseminate information to appropriate internal and external parties in a timely manner fully leveraging branding opportunities + Gather data and deliver insightful analysis and recommendations to business concerning current and future people, capabilities, climate and performance + Generate awareness and education opportunities within our communities for employment within the company and industry + Display and articulate to candidates how and where to obtain the necessary credentials and skills for the employment and connect them requisite programs and/or partners **Skills & Abilities** + Innovative thinking: understanding how strategic direction, support and ultimately further business objectives and outcomes + Team leadership: track record implementing structure, developing talent, and securing buy-in for change when new processes and approaches are required; ability to lead both direct and indirect teams, with a bias towards driving outcomes via influence + Collaborative approach: the ability to diplomatically, convincingly, and credibly navigate internal relationships and stakeholders; intellectual rigor and emotional intelligence are a must, taking a humble and genuine approach to building relationships internally and externally + Effective communication: high quality written and spoken communication is essential; this person must be an effective and credible conveyor of information both internally and externally as an ambassador of the company + Ability to build influential relationships to motivate and influence without positional leadership + Ability to work well in cross-functional teams + Ability to work independently and be self-directed **Education, Certifications/Licenses** **Minimum Qualifications** Required: Degree in business, education, communications, marketing or related field preferred **Related Work Experience** Required: 7 years of experience in management, human resources, consulting or program implementations. Demonstrated ability to interact with Senior Management and peers on matters requiring internal or cross-company coordination. Preferred: 5+ years of specific experience working directly with executive management. Experience working within industry and workforce development systems. **Working Conditions/Physical Requirements** : Office environment, regular travel within the U.S. **About Southern Company** Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 13728 Job Category: Human Resources Job Schedule: Full time Company: Southern Company Services