Senior HR Director | Union & Labor Relations Leadership - $142K–$172K

Reporting directly to theChief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) , theSenior Human Resources Directorplays a vital leadership role in advancing Saluds HR strategy and ensuring organizational excellence. Youll oversee therecruitment, benefits, and talent acquisition divisions , while providing support and guidance to theemployee relations team . This position acts as atrusted advisor to leadershipand serves as theacting CHRO in their absence . This role embodies Saluds mission, vision, and valuesdriving excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, community commitment, and accountability. Key Responsibilities Human Resources Leadership Oversee HRIS operations for accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation. Advise leadership on HR, employee/labor relations, benefits, leave, workers compensation, and recruitment. Establish clear, organization-wide HR communication strategies. Contribute to HR policy development and compliance. Evaluate training initiatives and recommend improvements. Represent HR on committees as assigned by the CHRO. Employee Relations Support and advise theDirector of Employee Relationson complex labor matters. Partner with management to resolve employee grievances and disciplinary actions. Ensure compliance with state/federal labor laws and collective bargaining agreements. Collaborate with union officials and management to implement labor relations policies. Provide expert guidance on terminations and arbitration. Benefits Administration Lead and supervise theBenefits Administration Team . Oversee and optimize benefit programs to maintain competitiveness and cost-efficiency. Develop clear employee communications for open enrollment and benefit updates. ManageWorkers Compensation ,Leave of Absence , andUnemployment Claims . Ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, 5500s, and Health Care Reform regulations. Talent Acquisition Build and mentor a high-performing recruiting team. Develop scalable, data-driven recruiting strategies aligned with Saluds growth. Partner with management to identify hiring needs and deliver top talent. Keep job descriptions current and ensure diversity and compliance. Continuously enhance recruiting processes for efficiency and candidate experience. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge Of: HR and labor relations laws and best practices. Recruitment, benefits, and HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, Paycom). Emerging HR technologies and trends. Skills: Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Advanced organizational and project management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems. Abilities: Handle confidential information with discretion. Lead diverse teams with empathy and integrity. Adapt to shifting priorities and multiple projects. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. Qualifications Bachelors Degreein Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field(or 10 years of equivalent experience) . Masters Degreepreferred. 8+ yearsof progressive HR leadership experience (healthcare preferred). 5+ yearsin aunionized environmentrequired. Demonstrated expertise in HR compliance, policy, and strategy. Physical Demands Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs. Mobility to travel between sites, events, and meetings as needed. Proficiency in using computers and HR software. Clear verbal communication for presentations and meetings. Compensation & Benefits Salary Range:$142,301.55 - $172,968.42 Employment Type:Full-Time, In-Person Comprehensive Benefits Include: Employer-paidMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance(24+ hours/week) 19 days PTOand12 paid holidaysper year 401(k)with employer contribution Voluntary Long-Term Disability HRA and FSAoptions Benefits available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees