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SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Human Resources Director is accountable for building and enabling diversity of people, ideas, and perspectives to build a foundation of optimal growth and success for the organization in addition to compliance with all company, federal, state, local,and other mandated human resources, and safety issues. This position is responsible for the administration of all Company human resources policies, programs, benefits, and practices, as well as providing leadership in the day-to-day human resources functions throughout Emory Valley Center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Leads and develops the people and culture function and team, providing leadership, mentorship, growth opportunities, and guidance.
- Relationship builder and collaborator through all levels in the organization creating connections and mitigating conflict.
- Works to create an environment of open communication with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where all employees feel that they belong, are valued, are seen, and are heard.
- Serves as expert employee relations point of contact, coaching people managers to become increasingly more effective at leading, managing, and developing their teams and cross-functional relationships.
- Defines, develops and works to build a robust and exceptional company culture.
- Builds strong connection and communication among employees, onsite and remote, through innovative engagement efforts.
- Responsible for compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to human resources.
- Oversees the coordination administration of health and benefit plans, including supplemental insurance, workers’ compensation, health, dental, vision and retirement (403b) plans.
- Oversees Company recruiting, hiring, and mentoring process.
- Oversees Company training objectives including continued professional development for staff.
Oversees unemployment claims and unemployment hearings.
- Conducts internal investigations as needed regarding workplace violence, sexual harassment, etc.
- Designs and monitors Company performance evaluation programs and revises, them as necessary.
- Administers classification programs, which include classifying and reclassifying positions and writing job descriptions.
- Propose, publish, and administer personnel and corporate policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in both departmental and organizational efficiency.
- Consults with legal counsel as appropriate, and/or as directed by the President on personnel matters.
- Plans, organizes, and controls all activities of the department, including the development of department goals, objectives, and systems.
- Ensure Title VI compliance.
- Has signature authority for EVC financial accounts.
- Agency Privacy Officer.
- Represents the President as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned by President and Board of Directors.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving support and their families.
- Ability to maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees, and the public, demonstrating sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the Company’s public image. Understanding and commitment to person-centered supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Confident and comfortable with public speaking.
- Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral, electronic, and written form.
- Ability to exercise good judgment, responsibility, and independent action.
- Excellent crisis management interpersonal, communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Uphold the strictest of confidentiality and follow the guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)/HITECH and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
- Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) as required for Company operations.
- Experience using Microsoft Office.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds (weight of average manual wheelchair when chair is empty).
EDUCATIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- A bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, public administration, psychology, education, or other closely related field; and five (5) years general experience in the HR field; OR
- A Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or related Personnel/Human Resources field and four (3) years’ experience in the HR field.
REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES
- PHR Certified Professional required, SHRM Certified Senior Professional (SPHR) preferred.
- New Provider Orientation and training by East Tennessee Regional Office within first 90 days.
- New Provider Orientation and training by DIDD Central Office within first year.
- DIDD/MCO designated training and any other required training.
- Person Centered Thinking training.
- Emory Valley Center Orientation.
- Valid TN driver’s license with good driving record.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work will take place in an office setting as well as in the community and EVC homes/programs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple priorities.
- While performing the duties of the job, travel will be required, and the employee may need to utilize their own vehicle when an agency vehicle is not available. Traveling may expose the employee to changing weather conditions.
- May be exposed to various medical conditions, communicable diseases, and pest infestations.
- Occasional lifting, stretching and other physical exertion during positioning of individuals supported equipment.
- Works a flexible schedule as determined necessary. Overtime may be required throughout the year.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
COVID-19 considerations:
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
Experience:
- Human resources management: 5 years (Required)
- Recruiting: 5 years (Required)
- Employee relations: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- SHRM Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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