Human Resources Director

Job Title: Director of Human Resources

Overview: The Director of Human Resources is responsible for overseeing the administration, coordination, and evaluation of the human resource function within the organization. This leadership role ensures that HR practices align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements while supporting the development and well-being of the workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Policy and Procedure Review: Annually evaluate and recommend improvements to the organization's HR policies, procedures, and practices in collaboration with the leadership team.
2. Compliance and Legislation: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and employment laws, ensuring the organization’s HR practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
3. Personnel Compliance: Ensure the organization adheres to all legal requirements regarding employment, including regulations on hiring, employee rights, and terminations.
4. Policy Communication: Communicate any changes in HR policies and procedures to staff, ensuring proper implementation and compliance.
5. Compensation Management: Assist senior management in developing and administering the organization's wage and salary programs.
6. Benefits Oversight: Manage relationships with brokers and vendors for medical and insurance benefits, overseeing plan design, wellness programs, pricing, and cost management.
7. Exit Interviews: Conduct and analyze exit interviews to gain insights into reasons for employee separations.
8. Legal Consultations: Collaborate with legal counsel on personnel issues as needed and oversee employment-related investigations.
9. Manager Support: Provide guidance to department managers on handling personnel matters effectively.
10. Staff Development: Recommend, evaluate, and participate in staff development programs to foster employee growth and retention.
11. HR Information Systems: Develop and maintain an HRIS that supports the organization’s personnel information needs.
12. Team Leadership: Supervise the HR department staff, ensuring effective performance management and development.
13. Committee Involvement: Actively participate in the HR Committee and other special projects, seeking out additional responsibilities as needed.
14. Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by senior management.
15. Travel: Travel as required for organizational needs.

Key Competencies:

1. Leadership: Motivate and inspire HR team members to excel, fostering leadership growth within the team.
2. Communication & Relationship Management: Foster open, productive communication and ensure team members' needs are addressed.
3. Professionalism: Maintain respectful, professional relationships with staff while establishing appropriate boundaries.
4. Business Acumen: Demonstrate expertise in HR principles, compliance, risk analysis, compensation, benefits, and recruitment, especially within the healthcare sector.
5. Customer Service: Provide excellent service to employees, identifying the best solutions and following through with promised actions.
6. Project Management: Possess strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
7. Technical Knowledge: Understand healthcare-related terminology and procedures.
8. Problem Solving: Resolve issues and conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
9. Ethical Conduct: Exhibit fairness, respect, and integrity in all interactions, both inside and outside the organization, in alignment with organizational values.
10. Conflict Resolution: Address employee and customer needs promptly and professionally.
11. Time Management: Manage high-volume workloads effectively while maintaining productivity and meeting deadlines.

• Supervisory Responsibility: The Director of Human Resources manages the HR department team, overseeing performance management and hiring processes for HR staff.