Human Resources Manager

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Holyoke, MA

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About The Position

The Massachusetts Veterans Home (MVH) at Holyoke is seeking an engaging, collaborative, and dynamic individual to serve as Human Resources Manager. Our applicant will serve as a key member of the senior leadership team in managing the overall Human Resources services and supports for MVH including employee hiring and onboarding, labor relations compliance, and all employment-related services. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to diversity and inclusion, can think strategically and incorporate as such into the organization, and set the foundation for a positive culture. Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): Oversee all Human Resources functions, Employee Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, employee classification, recruitment and staffing, performance management, staff investigations, personnel record management and reporting. Serve as liaison to area field office, Labor Relations Unit, Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS) Human Resources and Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity. Provide guidance to staff and senior leaders to ensure that policies and practices are adhered to accordance with EOVS and facility expectations. Serve as the agency Civil Rights, Diversity and ADA Compliance Officer; Develop and manage Affirmative Action plans and support diversity as a strategic advantage. Foster the MVH mission, vision and operational policies while maintaining compliance with VA, Joint Commission, Executive Office of Veteran Affairs, CMS/DPH and other state/federal regulations. Support strong workforce development through recruitment and retention programs; coaches and advises staff on HR related issues, employee satisfaction and engagement. Provide advice and guidance to managers on a wide range of issues including recruitment, staffing, performance management, classification/compensation, and employee & labor relations matters. Represent the agency in statewide human resources efforts, trainings, task forces, diversity meetings and other special projects/assignments. Participate in daily or weekly executive team meetings. Other duties, as assigned. Schedule: This is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) position working Monday through Friday Note\: This is 24 hour/7 days a week long-term care facility and as a result, the MVH at Holyoke may require this individual to be present during nontraditional hours when circumstances dictate the operational need.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
At least five (5) years in a HR leadership role (in the capacity of a Generalist, Project Manager or Business Partner) working across multiple facets of Human Resources, such as\: employee relations, recruitment, staffing, classification, compensation, onboarding, retention and organizational development/engagement.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional management, leadership, and communication skills with a solutions-oriented mindset when confronted with challenges.
Passion for innovative HR solutions and process improvement initiatives.
Articulate, diplomatic, professional, and able to offer advice and feedback that is constructive and helpful.
Highly collaborative style and flexible approach; willingness and demonstrated ability to work in teams, as both a lead and a supporting member.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work under pressure and perform a variety of tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Ability to handle confidential information with an understanding of diversity and the importance/commitment to shaping and developing a positive, inclusive, diverse and supportive work culture.
Excellent interpersonal with the ability to collaborate with various workgroups.
Ability to develop and implement new policies and procedures to achieve agency goals and objectives.
Demonstrated ability and understanding to fully utilize HRIS systems including personnel (HRMS) and recruitment. Taleo a plus.
Technically savvy - Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Oversee all Human Resources functions, Employee Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, employee classification, recruitment and staffing, performance management, staff investigations, personnel record management and reporting.
Serve as liaison to area field office, Labor Relations Unit, Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS) Human Resources and Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity.
Provide guidance to staff and senior leaders to ensure that policies and practices are adhered to accordance with EOVS and facility expectations.
Serve as the agency Civil Rights, Diversity and ADA Compliance Officer; Develop and manage Affirmative Action plans and support diversity as a strategic advantage.
Foster the MVH mission, vision and operational policies while maintaining compliance with VA, Joint Commission, Executive Office of Veteran Affairs, CMS/DPH and other state/federal regulations.
Support strong workforce development through recruitment and retention programs; coaches and advises staff on HR related issues, employee satisfaction and engagement.
Provide advice and guidance to managers on a wide range of issues including recruitment, staffing, performance management, classification/compensation, and employee & labor relations matters.
Represent the agency in statewide human resources efforts, trainings, task forces, diversity meetings and other special projects/assignments.
Participate in daily or weekly executive team meetings.
Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

75% state paid medical insurance premium
Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
Low cost basic and optional life insurance
Retirement Savings\: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time
Tuition Benefit for employee and spouse at state colleges and universities
Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
Incentive-based Wellness Programs
Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program