Director of Human Resources, On-Site, Full Time, Job ID # 1905255

Position Summary:

The Director of HR provides strategic and operational leadership over all HR functions within the hospital. This role develops, implements, and monitors HR systems, policies and programs aligned with the hospital's mission, values, and regulatory requirements. This is a key role in shaping a culture of excellence, engagement, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the proper functioning of the Human Resources Department in recruitment and employment, orientation, budget and planning, policies and procedures, wage and salary administration, employee benefits administration, employee relations, records, unemployment/worker's compensation.
• Prepares and maintains departmental budget
• Consults with department heads concerning staffing and manpower utilization
• Monitors and controls unemployment compensation ensuring legal compliance
• Identifies need, develops and implements Human Resources Policies and Procedures
• Interprets Human Resources Policies & Procedures to department heads and employees
• Ensures the New Hire Orientation Program is effective and meets the needs of the organization
• Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive interaction among department and employees
• Ensures appraisal system is effective, fair and equitable
• Actively participates in the coordination of employee activities and programs
• Assists Department Heads with counseling and disciplinary process ensuring documentation is on file.
• Assist departments to maintain job descriptions for all positions in the hospital.
• Manage relationships with unions include negotiation collective bargaining agreements, addressing employee grievances and ensuring compliance with labor laws and Hospital policies.
• Mediate between management and unions to resolve disagreements, prevent disruptions, and ensure adherence to labor laws and regulations.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on complex employee issues and relations.
• Ensures personnel records are in compliance with state, federal and other regulatory agencies
• Support and prepare for regulatory audits and accreditations (e.g., Joint Commission)
• Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent personnel information in accordance with the Privacy Act as well as Human Resources Policies regarding the release of information
• Participants in community relations and presenting a positive image for the hospital.
• Actively participates in Safety Programs and Committees
• Research, prepares, and attends Unemployment/Workers' Compensation hearings.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Thorough understanding of employment law, healthcare-specific regulations (e.g., OSHA, EEO, Joint Commission Standards)
• Employee Relations
• FMLA, Workers Compensation, LOA, and Labor Laws
• Good oral communication in the English Language
• Able to function calmly in a fast paced, stressful environment.
• Strong computer and typing skills

Education, Experience & Other:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, psychology, education, or related field. Masters degree preferred.
• Experience: Extensive progressively responsible experience in Health Care Management, preferably at the executive leadership level. Minimum 5-10 Generalist experience. Minimum 5 years' Management experience
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in HRIS, MS Office, and reporting tools