Human Resources Director

Encompass Health•Cookeville, TN

About The Position

The Human Resources Director plans, organizes, and oversees all facets of the hospital’s Human Resources department, ensuring equitable treatment of employees and compliance with legal requirements and company policies. The role fosters an inclusive, productive work environment and culture and implements employee programs, policies, and procedures. The director serves as a resource to department managers and employees and acts as the liaison between Home Office HR and hospital management. The position coordinates staff education programs, oversees the workers’ compensation program, assists with benefits administration, and directs hospital recruitment and retention to ensure appropriate staffing. The director also celebrates employees’ achievements and supports a collaborative, inclusive workplace.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Personnel Administration, Hospital Administration, Business Administration, or a related field; work experience may substitute for a four-year degree on a year-for-year basis.
  • A minimum of 3–5 years of Human Resources Management experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Human Resources Management experience in healthcare is preferred.
  • Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and/or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, and oversee all facets of the Human Resources department.
  • Ensure equitable treatment of employees in compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
  • Foster an inclusive and productive work environment and culture.
  • Implement employee programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Serve as a resource to department managers and employees, and act as liaison between Home Office HR and hospital management.
  • Coordinate staff education programs.
  • Oversee the workers’ compensation program and assist with benefits administration.
  • Direct hospital recruitment and retention to ensure appropriate staffing resources.
  • Celebrate employee achievements.

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
  • Paid time off that accrues over time.
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
  • Company-matching 401(k).
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
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