Administration, Senior HR Director | Union & Labor Relations Leadership - $142K-$172K
Salud Para La Gente
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) , the Senior Human Resources Director plays a vital leadership role in advancing Saluds HR strategy and ensuring organizational excellence.
Youll oversee the recruitment, benefits, and talent acquisition divisions , while providing support and guidance to the employee relations team . This position acts as a trusted advisor to leadership and serves as the acting CHRO in their absence .
This role embodies Saluds mission, vision, and valuesdriving excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, community commitment, and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources Leadership
- Oversee HRIS operations for accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation.
- Advise leadership on HR, employee/labor relations, benefits, leave, workers compensation, and recruitment.
- Establish clear, organization-wide HR communication strategies.
- Contribute to HR policy development and compliance.
- Evaluate training initiatives and recommend improvements.
- Represent HR on committees as assigned by the CHRO.
Employee Relations
- Support and advise the Director of Employee Relations on complex labor matters.
- Partner with management to resolve employee grievances and disciplinary actions.
- Ensure compliance with state/federal labor laws and collective bargaining agreements.
- Collaborate with union officials and management to implement labor relations policies.
- Provide expert guidance on terminations and arbitration.
Benefits Administration
- Lead and supervise the Benefits Administration Team .
- Oversee and optimize benefit programs to maintain competitiveness and cost-efficiency.
- Develop clear employee communications for open enrollment and benefit updates.
- Manage Workers Compensation , Leave of Absence , and Unemployment Claims .
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, 5500s, and Health Care Reform regulations.
Talent Acquisition
- Build and mentor a high-performing recruiting team.
- Develop scalable, data-driven recruiting strategies aligned with Saluds growth.
- Partner with management to identify hiring needs and deliver top talent.
- Keep job descriptions current and ensure diversity and compliance.
- Continuously enhance recruiting processes for efficiency and candidate experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge Of:
- HR and labor relations laws and best practices.
- Recruitment, benefits, and HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, Paycom).
- Emerging HR technologies and trends.
Skills:
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
- Advanced organizational and project management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems.
Abilities:
- Handle confidential information with discretion.
- Lead diverse teams with empathy and integrity.
- Adapt to shifting priorities and multiple projects.
- Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or 10 years of equivalent experience) .
- Masters Degree preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience (healthcare preferred).
- 5+ years in a unionized environment required.
- Demonstrated expertise in HR compliance, policy, and strategy.
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs.
- Mobility to travel between sites, events, and meetings as needed.
- Proficiency in using computers and HR software.
- Clear verbal communication for presentations and meetings.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $142,301.55 $172,968.42
Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Person
Comprehensive Benefits Include:
- Employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (24+ hours/week)
- 19 days PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability
- HRA and FSA options
- Benefits available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees
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