Job Posting Description
At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. The HR Director leads the Human Resource functions for Children's Hospital Pediatric Associates (CHPA), the largest foundation at BCH and connected to the Department of Pediatrics. This role provides strategic oversight and leadership in human resource management, including benefit design and administration, negotiation, compliance development, and policy implementation. The HR Director ensures seamless HR operations while aligning HR strategies with the organization's mission of delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As HR Director, you will lead efforts in enhancing HR practices, championing employee engagement, and driving strategic initiatives aligned with CHPA's goals.
Responsibilities will include:
- HR Program and Policy Management: Develop, manage, and recommend HR programs and policies for executive leadership approval, ensuring consistent application throughout the organization.
- Compensation and Benefits: Advise executive leadership on compensation and benefit programs, analyzing data to ensure competitive wages and benefits within budget constraints. Maintain fair and equitable pay systems that comply with FLSA regulations.
- Talent Management: Develop and maintain job descriptions and performance evaluations, supporting high-quality, patient-centered care and workplace diversity. Adhere to employment law and compliance guidelines.
- Benefit Program Administration: Design, manage, and administer physician benefit programs, including open enrollment, COBRA administration, and compliance reporting. Oversee the management of leave of absence, disability claims, and workers' compensation.
- Communication and Employee Engagement: Foster open communication through web portals, email, and intranet, maintaining an open-door policy and facilitating town meetings as needed. Attend regular meetings with BCH and PO HR leadership
- Policy Development: Develop and maintain an employee handbook compliant with federal and state regulations. Implement HR policies and procedures, managing performance issues in coordination with BCH HR Management.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with organizational guidelines, employment laws, and policies.
- Retirement Plan: Manage CHPA retirement plans (401k, 403b, and 457) and work with external auditing firms for compliance reporting and audit completion.
- Fiscal Performance: Participate in performance improvement programs, develop realistic budgets, and monitor expenditures.
- Organizational Commitment: Set an example in customer service, actively supporting and participating in organizational initiatives.
- HR Systems and Technology: Develop and maintain automated systems for HR program support, working with IT to implement necessary programming.
- Physician Recruitment and Retention: Assist in recruiting and retaining physicians by developing incentives and promoting BCH affiliations.
To qualify, you must have:
- BA degree in HR, Business or related fiend, (MA preferred).
- At least 10 years of progressively responsible HR or business management experience. Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Human Resource policies and procedures.
- Thorough understanding of best practices regarding Human Resources and regulatory compliance programs.
- High level of proficiency and demonstrated effectiveness in problem-solving and implementing new programs related to increased departmental and organizational operating efficiencies.
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills in to work with Administrators, Senior Management, Clinical Staff and vendors.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws/regulations relating to human resources.
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing others
- Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits. Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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