Human Resources Director - Wheeler Staffing Partners

Human Resources Director

Employment Type: Direct Hire
Client: Confidential Client
Location: Abilene, Texas (100% Onsite)
Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 (Relocation assistance available)
 

Job Summary

The Human Resources Director is responsible for overseeing daily HR operations within a healthcare setting. Key responsibilities include recruitment, employee relations, payroll support, benefits administration, and policy implementation. The role involves direct engagement with employees and requires a candidate experienced in healthcare HR, preferably within hospital or specialty healthcare environments, to support high-volume recruitment and reduce turnover through effective engagement strategies. This position plays a critical role in promoting a positive workplace culture, aligned with the organization’s mission and values.

Essential Functions

1. 
   Policy Interpretation and Communication
   
   • Interprets and communicates hospital policies and regulations to staff via notices, memos, email, and meetings.
2. 
   Recruitment and Hiring Process
   
   • Leads recruitment efforts, including advertising, vacancy postings, candidate interviews, and background checks. Acts as a resource for department managers during hiring.
3. 
   Personnel Records and Compliance
   
   • Manages record-keeping for personnel files, ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
4. 
   Onboarding and Training
   
   • Coordinates new hire orientations and ongoing training, including CPR, behavioral health de-escalation, and competency skill assessments.
5. 
   Performance and Compliance Monitoring
   
   • Administers performance evaluations, notifies managers of upcoming appraisals, and assists with performance-related issues.
6. 
   Employee Relations
   
   • Develops programs to foster positive employee relations and engagement to support retention.
7. 
   Payroll and Attendance
   
   • Maintains time and attendance records, processes payroll, and provides end-of-pay-period reporting.
8. 
   Benefits Administration
   
   • Coordinates benefits programs, assisting employees with inquiries and open enrollments.
9. 
   Workers' Compensation
   
   • Maintains workers' compensation records, coordinates claims, and liaises with insurance providers.
10. 
    Engagement and Retention Initiatives
    
    • Leads efforts to enhance workplace culture and retain key talent through engagement strategies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years in Human Resources (required), with 2+ years in payroll and employee relations (preferred).
• Healthcare HR Experience: Essential for success in this role.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills with an ability to work under pressure.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiar with JCAHO, HCFA, state and federal laws, and company policy requirements.
• Certifications: CPR certification and an approved behavioral health de-escalation program (to be completed upon hire).

Work Environment

This position requires high adaptability to an on-site hospital environment with frequent interruptions, high-pressure situations, and physical and mental resilience.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision (Multiple Plan Options) available on the first of the month after 30 days.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with discretionary company match.
• Additional Accounts: HRA, FSA, and HSA options.
• Insurance: Life and AD&D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program