Director Human Resources

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Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the management of the Human Resources Department and staff. Develop, coordinate and administer human resource programs, policies and procedures which impact the organization. The employee is a strong leader and excellent ambassador for UMC in creating the brand as the employer of choice.

Reports to: Executive Vice President, Operations

Job Specific Responsibilities:

1. Works with the SVPHR to build a department that provides value-added support and services to the organization. Executes human resources strategies focused on workforce planning by integrating talent management and other benefits to attract and retain a high-quality, engaged, and diverse workforce.
2. Responsible for directing talent/recruitment acquisition, staffing, on-boarding, employee orientation, compensation, benefits, recognition programs, training and development/leadership development, records management, safety and health, workers’ compensation, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO/ compliance, HRIS/ERP, and other HR services.
3. Research and document the effectiveness of various recruitment approaches and implement changes in programs to continually improve the employment services. Participate in review of personnel policies and procedures.
4. Manages a team of engaging HR employees by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, mentoring, counseling, disciplining, and retaining a competent staff who optimize human resources processes and foster a healthy work environment.
5. Develop and implement departmental strategies based on information collected from identified and researched human resource concerns/issues and established benchmark data regarding HR services/functions.
6. Advise Human Resources staff on employee relation issues. Provide consulting services and technical expertise and training in the development of Human Resources Policy and Procedures.
7. Works with SVPHR to manage human resource financial strategies by estimating, forecasting, and anticipating requirements, trends, and variances; aligning monetary resources; developing action plans; measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variances.
8. Serves as an advisor and HR expert consultant to management and employees on hospital, federal, states and local laws, policy and procedures, methods, and guidelines.
9. Direct the development and, as appropriate, the implementation and administration of programs and services designed to ensure the most effective utilization of Human Resources.
10. Maintains professional competence by participating in conferences and educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
11. Identify training needs and develop training programs for all levels of employee positions to enhance employee skills and career growth.
12. Partners with SVPHR to promote performance excellence and to ensure human resources programs, services, and processes align with HR’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
13. Based on the hospital’s culture, review and recommend changes to human resource policies, services, and reward systems.
14. Works with the SVP, Human Resources to coordinate the hospital’s inclusive culture initiatives.
15. Designs and implements reliable and effective communication and feedback systems that will strengthen and improve HR’s image.
16. Manage the development and implementation of the new HR ERP system.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field with a specialty in the management of human resources, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Minimum of eight years of experience in the management of human resources with at least 6 years as a Human Resources Director.

Other Experiences Include:

1. Demonstrated experiences in relationship management and collaboration with leaders.
2. Demonstrated success in managing employee relationships at all levels.
3. Have at least 8 years of progressive leadership in human resources.
4. Demonstrated experiences in managing resources (budget and staff).
5. Demonstrated success in implementing and managing policies which support and enhance diversity and inclusion.
6. Demonstrated a track record of coaching, mentoring, and challenging human resources staff.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Have knowledge of current human resources and organizational development principles, practices, and methods.
2. Have excellent interpersonal, writing, communication, organizational, analytical, and facilitation skills.
3. Be a credible, highly visible, and engaged leader.
4. Have the ability to establish human resources as a reliable resource across the organization.
5. Be a results-oriented leader that can empower others while holding self and other accountable.
6. Politically astute to internal and external constituents.
7. Show a personal commitment to eliminating work-discrimination.
8. Can be a role model by committing to and practicing UMC's Standards of Behaviors.
9. Has emotional intelligence and is empathetic.
10. Is flexible to manage multiple tasks with constant changing priorities.
11. Must have knowledge of various software applications necessary to do the job like the Microsoft Professional Suite.

Interaction with Internal Departments:

This position interacts with all departments and employees at all levels of the hospital in the delivery of Human Resource information.

Physical Capabilities:

This position is of light demand, occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or frequently exerting a small amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull and move objects.

Environmental Working Conditions:

This position is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Direct Reports:

• Manager, Talent Acquisition (team of 7)
• Manager, Employee Relations & Leadership Development (team of 3)
• Manager, HR Information Systems (team of 2)
• Manager, Total Rewards (team of 2)
• Workers Compensation Specialist
• Administrative Assistant

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*