HR Director/ESH/UKHC

University of Kentucky • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

Administers and oversees the human resource programs including ESH compensation, benefits, leave programs (FMLA and ADA), hospital training and development, recruitment, disciplinary matters, and investigations. Collaborates with the ESH leadership team on institution HR issues, such as coaching, and proactive interventions. Ensures proper implementation of HR practices to ensure consistency, legality, and within The Joint Commission standards. Designs, develops and executes projects and strategic initiatives needed to achieve HR, customer, and organization-wide goals and objectives. Works closely with managers, and UKHC HR colleagues. Has primary responsibility for bringing projects to fruition such as position management, The Joint Commission and OIG readiness, process analysis and improvement, and creation of workforce management tools. Implements and maintains compliant HR/payroll, Compensation, Leave (FML and ADA), training, OIG, JC related policies, practices, and processes. Accountable for managing project teams and timely project completion and ensures quality control of all initiatives from conception to completion, and works cooperatively with management, UK HealthCare HR, and Workforce Management to provide seamless provision of HR related services. Attains goals through knowledge of applicable regulations, as well as procedures and best practices within the project management and HR disciplines. The position reports directly to the ESH Chief Administrative Officer, with collaborative responsibility to the UK Human Resources Department and UKHC Workforce Management Department. Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Requirements

• Significant professional knowledge in Human Resources.
• Understanding of healthcare operations and finance.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Strong critical thinking and follow-through skills.
• Excellent project planning and organizational skills.
• Leadership skills to guide others toward goal setting and attainment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to engage and motivate others.
• Collaboration and customer service skills.
• Understanding of resource and employee management.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in HR, business, management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Administers and oversees human resource programs including compensation, benefits, and leave programs.
• Collaborates with ESH leadership on HR issues such as coaching and proactive interventions.
• Ensures implementation of HR practices for consistency and legality.
• Designs and executes projects and strategic initiatives for HR and organizational goals.
• Works closely with managers and UKHC HR colleagues on various projects.
• Manages project teams and ensures timely project completion and quality control.
• Monitors compliance with employment laws and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree