Human Resources Director

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana (RHI), named Best Rehabilitation Hospital in Indiana in 2022 and 2023, provides quality rehabilitation services to those facing life-changing injuries or illness. We specialize in the areas of brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury and complex medical conditions. RHI is the only Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Model System in the state of Indiana and one of only 16 in the U.S. Our campus on the west side of Indianapolis specializes in inpatient and outpatient evidence-based, patient-centered therapy for ages 15 and older. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a 401k match and tuition reimbursement program.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Director of Human Resources reports to the Chief Legal Officer. The Director Human Resources is accountable for the direct administration of human resources services and will play a critical role in the continued development of the HR operations.
• In collaboration with the RHI Administrative Team and other divisional leaders, the Director is responsible for ensuring relevant and responsive HR services, including regulatory compliance, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, leader engagement and development, diversity and inclusion, organization development and training.
• In addition, this role provides leadership and consultation on confidential, sensitive and critical issues.

STRATEGIC PLANNING

• Partner with senior leadership and relevant division leaders to cultivate short- and long-term HR goals and strategies to support the vision for the hospital.
• Evaluates the impact of short- and long-term planning of new programs, partnerships and strategies with a focus on the impact of these initiatives on the attraction, motivation, development, and retention of faculty and staff.
• Manage all HR compliance with state and federal regulation and hospital policies. This includes overseeing the accuracy and timeliness of all federal reporting. This also includes providing HR information for all audits and responses to government agencies.
• Research and recommend HR best practices, with the goal of organizing resources, and developing or changing processes to ensure optimal functioning and compliance with relevant HR laws and regulations.
• Compile, analyze and present human capital data and metrics of performance to help support strategic and operational decision making.

HR SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT/EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

• Advises leadership, supervisors and employees on a wide range of topics including HR policies and procedures.
• Intervene and act as a point of escalation on employee relations matters, and Investigate employee issues, that can be complex and challenging.
• Consults with the Chief Legal Officer on employment related matters including employee relations issues, questions regarding legal compliance, allegations of illegal behavior and other wrongdoing and potential legal implications.
• Coordinate HR efforts to support and reinforce inclusion, diversity, anti-racism, and equity efforts in collaboration with IU health and Ascension Health Network
• Ensure that human resources practices are compliant with federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as RHI policy.
• Ensures the effective and timely implementation of performance management processes (e.g. goal setting, professional development planning, mid-year and annual reviews, performance/salary calibrations, etc.)
• Attend conferences, participate in workshops/classes and read professional publications and then collaborate with peers to make recommendations on the development of policies, procedures, and communications based upon HR best practices and changes to applicable laws.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

• Coordinates with leaders to review, discuss, and resolve HR issues and policies and procedures.
• Review and verify the completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of various human resources documentation, forms, requests, and activities of employees within the hospital.

TALENT MANAGEMENT

• Proactively review compensation rates and engage with central resources to ensure pay for employees is equitable and is responsive to market as much as possible. This includes management of the annual salary survey.
• Actively motivate employee development through programs that help staff explore career options, leverage formal and on the job learning opportunities, and pursue new roles at RHI.

HR MANAGEMENT

• Provides direction and leadership to Human Resources Manager and other functional experts (e.g. payroll, immigration, faculty hiring/promotion) in the performance of their duties.
• Establishes work priorities, evaluates and provides performance feedback on all staff members; supports professional development; promotion, termination, disciplinary and commendatory actions for all assigned staff.
• Serve on various human resource committees and task forces and recommend modifications to current human resources procedures and programs. Serve on key hospital committees as requested.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Experience working with senior level executives/management and organizational leaders in a highly matrixed organization.
• Significant experience with employee relations matters.
• Working knowledge of emerging trends and practices in HR, including experience implementing new HR practices.
• Demonstrated track record of taking initiative, effectively navigating ambiguity, and handling multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop, and implement a wide range of contemporary human resources programs independently and in collaboration with other HR professionals.
• Advanced consulting and negotiation skills providing appropriate counsel, advice, and work in partnership with supervisors and employees on HR matters, as well as to facilitate and negotiate conflict resolution.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated organizational development and change management skills, highly capable of working with different leadership styles, and diverse and/or complex organizational issues and structures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to be able to promote and communicate HR programs to various constituents.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to partner, build, and sustain positive working relationships with leadership, management, and employees.
• Comprehensive knowledge of, and ability to apply, federal, state, and local HR laws and regulation.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Behavioral work style that is approachable, collaborative, hands-on, and shows attention to detail.
• Unfailing discretion and integrity; excellent judgement. Ability to respect the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Experience working with diverse employees and navigating diversity and inclusion issues and understanding complexities.
• Effectively utilize tools and technology to develop employees and build a positive, creative workplace culture.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS; PREFERRED

• Society of Human Resource Management certification or similar preferred/required.
• Degree in Human Resources Management preferred/required.
• Over five years in a Director of Human Resources position preferred/required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• General office setting, with the opportunity for occasional hybrid work modalities

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law .