Vice President for Human Resources
As an active member of the Senior Leadership team reporting to the President and CEO, the Vice President for Human Resources provides leadership and direction for the Human Resources function. This position researches, develops, recommends, implements and promotes a variety of human resources solutions that will both preserve and build upon the tradition of exceptional care while helping the organization to expand and adapt services as required for ongoing success of the network whose overarching goal is to provide care locally and when possible within the Oneida Health Circle of Care. The VPHR will work closely with the Oneida Health Leadership Team, utilizing the many abilities and strengths of that team to ensure ongoing success of the network.
Job Duties / Responsibilities :
- In collaboration with Senior Leadership, develops the overall vision, direction, goals and objectives of the Human Resources function.
- Maintain current knowledge and application of all relevant laws and regulations at the local, state and national level relating to employment and ensure organizational compliance.
- Develop appropriate policies and procedures for effective management of the people resources of Oneida Health.
- Provides technical guidance and support for the HR Manager's day-to-day responsibilities.
- Develop staffing strategies and implementation plans and programs to identify talent within and outside of Oneida Health.
- Monitor pay practices and proactively address issues.
- Participates with the CEO and CFO in design, administration and compliance activities.
- Serves as Human Resources lead for all labor relations issues.
- Champions change management and staff development / training efforts.
- Works diligently to develop and / or enhance organizational competencies around talent management.
- Advocates for and assists with implementation of technology based human resources solutions.
- Identifies, educates and recommends new programs, affiliates and partnerships.
- Accountable for the development and implementation of annual operating plans.
- Assists with timely response to matters related to employee / provider complaints and regulatory investigations.
- Administering employee relations.
- Maintains an active role in the communities served.
- Actively participates in Oneida Health weekly senior leadership meeting.
- Works under general supervision, may be responsibility for various shifts.
- Performs other duties as deemed necessary.
Qualifications
General Qualifications :
Education :
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, Health Services or related field is required.MHR, MBA, MHA or other pertinent education preferred.Certification :
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or CEBS preferred.Experience / Professional Abilities :
A minimum of 10 years of progressive human resources leadership experience and a solid track record of accomplishments within healthcare networks of comparable size and complexity.Possesses strong knowledge and understanding of human resources operations, and expertise as a well-rounded generalist with labor relations and union negotiations experience.Possesses strong knowledge and understanding of financial management principles related to compensation planning and benefit plan management.Exhibits a management style that emphasizes relationship building, open and timely communication, collegiality, flexibility as well as the ability to work in a fast paced evolving health care environment.Have ability to plan and delegate assignments, review progress and hold subordinates accountable for meeting expectations.Understands regulatory requirements affecting the network and work to comply with the focus on quality, safe care provided in a highly regarded patient experience environment.