Senior Human Resources Director – Lead HR Strategy & Culture Transformation

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