Human Resources Manager

Job Summary
Provides the appropriate Human Resource leadership and services to support the mission of Baptist Memorial Hospital. Provides policy interpretation, information, counseling, and support to leaders, managers and employees in the areas of employee relations, benefits, employment, compensation, payroll, worker’s compensation and related Human Resource functional service areas. Reviews planned disciplinary actions proposed by managers, and makes appropriate recommendations based on current 
policy for investigation, documentation, and alternative considerations/actions. Provides functional coordination/direction to Human Resource Assistants, Human Resources Representatives, and assists with management of operations, as assigned. Cooperates with external customers, e.g. applicants, state/federal agency officials, labor 
counsel; identifies needs; collects, evaluates, and reports timely to inquiries; and follows through to case closure. Recommends new/revised procedures and monitors compliance with policy, legal, and regulatory requirements to include JCAHO and EEOC. Research: collects, compiles and analyzes data; and provides input into report design/presentation of special projects, as assigned. Incumbent is responsible for providing a full range of Human Resources services a minimum of 8 hours/day. 5 
days/week. Some additional work and call back hours may be required. This position is under the direction of the Director of Human Resources.
 

Job Responsibilities
•Interpreting policy, sharing information, and providing timely counsel, provides Human Resources support to management and employees, to assure fair and consistent application of rules, regulations, and protocols, while minimizing legal risks and exposure to Baptist Memorial Hospital.•Answers customer questions and coordinates work assignments, provides functional coordination/direction and serves as a lead resource to Human Resource Representative and Human Resource Assistant and assists with management of operations, to assure continuity of services without compromising quality.  •Clarifies inquiries, cooperates with external customers, e.g., applicants, state/federal agency officials, labor counsel, to identify needs and meet requirements.  •Identifying areas of issue/concern in the workplace to minimize the Hospital’s risks and exposure, •Provides support by assisting in the administration of the hospital’s compensation, benefit, performance management, employee relations and recruitment processes.  •As assigned, participates in special projects, to support the overall goals and objectives of the department and the hospital.
 

Specifications Experience
Minimum Required
3 years directly related experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Desired
5 years related experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
 

Education
Baccalaureate degree in Human Resources, business administration or related field required.
Master's degree in Human Resource Management in business administration or related field preferred.