Director of Human Resources

Job Title: Human Resources Director (Full-Time)

Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

The Human Resources Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for all human resources functions within a behavioral health agency. This position is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that support the organization's mission while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and healthcare regulations. The HR Director oversees all HR staff and functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compliance, benefits administration, policy development, and workforce planning.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HR leader with strong knowledge of labor laws, healthcare compliance, reporting requirements, and best practices in human resources management within a behavioral health or healthcare environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership

• Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring, and performance management for all Human Resources staff.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on human resources matters.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Oversee all recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Develop recruitment strategies to attract qualified behavioral health professionals and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action requirements during the hiring process.
• Monitor staffing needs and workforce planning.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare employment regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
• Oversee personnel file management and HR documentation.
• Coordinate HR-related audits and respond to regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information in accordance with applicable laws.

Employee Relations

• Provide guidance and support regarding employee performance, disciplinary actions, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Partner with leadership to promote employee engagement and retention.

HR Reporting & Administration

• Prepare, analyze, and maintain HR reports, metrics, and workforce data.
• Ensure timely completion of required employment reports and regulatory reporting.
• Monitor HR trends and recommend improvements based on workforce analytics.
• Oversee HRIS accuracy and reporting functions.

Training & Development

• Develop and coordinate employee orientation and ongoing training programs.
• Ensure managers receive training on employment laws, organizational policies, and best practices.
• Promote leadership development throughout the organization.

Benefits & Compensation

• Oversee employee benefits administration.
• Assist with compensation planning and salary administration.
• Ensure compliance with benefit regulations and reporting requirements.

Professional Development

• Maintain current knowledge of changes in employment law, HR regulations, and behavioral healthcare workforce practices.
• Complete continuing education and professional development necessary to remain current on human resources laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Maintain applicable HR certifications when appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience serving as a Human Resources Director or equivalent senior HR leadership position.
• Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services preferred.
• Experience supervising HR staff is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.
• Strong understanding of HR compliance requirements, employment regulations, and reporting obligations.
• Experience with recruitment strategies and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• HRCI Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel between agency locations as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development support

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.