Labor Relations Specialist

Harmony Senior Services , a certified Great Place To Work and one the country’s fastest growing companies in the luxury senior living industry, is seeking an experienced Labor Management Specialist to join the corporate Finance team. The Labor Management Specialist is responsible for analyzing workforce data, optimizing staffing levels, and implementing labor management strategies that align operational efficiency with quality outcomes. Job Responsibilities: Monitor and analyze labor productivity metrics including overtime utilization, agency spend, and variance to budget Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for labor cost reduction and workforce optimization Develop and distribute regular labor management reports for operational and executive leadership Collaborate with department managers to build and maintain effective staffing models and scheduling templates. Adjust staffing grids based on census and acuity Partner with Finance, HR, and Operations leadership to ensure appropriate FTE utilization. Operational Support Partner with Operations identify knowledge gaps and training needs across communities and regions Provide hands-on coaching during community visits to reinforce financial and labor best practices and improve labor performance Assist with onboarding of new Executive Directors and Regional Directors, with emphasis on financial literacy, labor management, and operational reporting Training & Education Deliver training on labor management (labor hours and spend management), labor budget management, to Executive Directors and Department Heads. Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to department directors and managers on labor management best practices Facilitate workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions focused on FTE analysis, labor management and productivity optimization. Lead training sessions on productivity tools, systems, and reporting platforms Compliance Ensure labor practices align with applicable state regulatory laws, and organizational expectation Support payroll and timekeeping system integrity by monitoring missed punches. Qualifications: Required 3–5 years of experience in labor management, operational finance, workforce analytics, or a related role within senior living or post-acute care Proficiency in labor management and financial systems (e.g., Workday, OnShift, Yardi, Power BI and Microsoft Excel) Strong analytical, data interpretation, and financial acumen skills Exceptional facilitation, coaching, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for operational audiences Preferred Direct experience in a multi-site senior living or post-acute care environment Familiarity with productivity benchmarking tools and P&L management Prior experience managing team member schedules in a healthcare environment preferred, with additional knowledge demonstrating understanding of current time and attendance rules Knowledge demonstrating understanding of the Fair Labor Standards Act Familiarity with staffing requirements for regulatory purposes for skilled nursing, assisted living, personal care and other ancillary departments Why Should You Apply? Excellent team support, job satisfaction, and opportunity for growth Culture of empowerment and entrepreneurship Competitive salary and benefits package Will you answer the call and apply your passion to the Harmony way? Contact Brendan Hunt at View email address on click.appcast.io for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr