University of Maryland Medical System

Director Human Resources

Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's preferred in HR-related field
  • 8+ years of experience managing HR staff, with a strong generalist background
  • Strong experience in employee and labor relations, with union avoidance knowledge preferred
  • Professional certification in HR (PHR or SPHR) preferred
  • Experience in healthcare HR operations is desirable

Responsibilities

  • Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues
  • Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals
  • Monitor HR strategies, systems, and procedures organization-wide
  • Provide performance management guidance to leadership
  • Advise on compensation and benefits administration
  • Develop operational budget for HR department and identify cost-saving strategies
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on succession planning and strategic initiatives
  • Assess training needs and implement training programs
  • Analyze HR trends and metrics to propose solutions
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws at all government levels
  • Offer expertise in Labor/Employee Relations, including potential participation in labor negotiations
  • Oversee hiring and training of the HR team, approving performance evaluations

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative HR leadership team environment
  • Exposure to labor relations activities
  • Potential involvement in strategic initiatives
  • Supportive of continuing education and certification
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

The Director of Human Resources oversees all aspects of Human Resources operations, policies, and processes for the organization. The Human Resources Director advises and supports leadership in the areas of performance management, employment law, compliance, and employee engagement.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

1. Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues

2. Develops and implements HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall system business strategy

3. Develops and monitors overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization

4. Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to leadership

5. Provides guidance on compensation and benefits administration, including merit processes, open enrollment, and benefits communication.

6. In conjunction with the VP of HR, develops and manages the operational budget for department; identifies cost saving strategies related to administrative or operating expenses

7. Works with Senior Leadership to develop succession plans and strategic initiatives

8. Assesses training needs and implements and monitor training programs

9. Analyzes trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs and policies

10. Ensures organization compliance with federal, state and local legislation pertaining to all employment matters

11. Serves as member of HR leadership team providing expertise on Labor/Employee Relations. May participate in full range of labor relations activities and work including labor negotiations depending on facility.

12. Oversees the hiring, orientation, and training of assigned staff. Provides leadership and technical guidance to team. Develops standards of performance, approves staff performance evaluations and recommendations for personnel actions such as merit increases, promotions and disciplinary actions.

13. Performs related duties as required.

Work Experience

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. A Master's Degree in Industrial/Labor Relations, Human Resources Management, or related field preferred. Professional certification as PHR or SPHR through SHRM preferred.

2. A minimum of eight (8) years of experience managing and directing the activities of professional and/or managerial level human resources staff required. This experience should reflect a strong and diverse generalist background to include both employee and labor relations. Union avoidance experience is highly preferred, with knowledge of labor activities in a healthcare environment

About University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. It is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. It is a private, not-for-profit organization that operates 13 hospitals and has more than 28,000 employees. The University of Maryland Medical System was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has academic affiliations with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. The system is governed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for the system's strategic direction and oversight. The University of Maryland Medical System is committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective health care services to the people of Maryland.
Learn more about University of Maryland Medical System
Size
28,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$4.4 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at University of Maryland Medical System

More Healthcare Jobs

Find similar Director Human Resources jobs: