Associate Director of Human Resources Operations - Pavilion (Full time) #2568

Parker Health Group, a comprehensive aging services organization with over 115 years of experience, has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and collaborative Associate Director, Human Resources Operations. This onsite position will work at our beautiful home office located in Highland Park, New Jersey. 

In this position, you will provide operational leadership for the day-to-day administration and operational functions of the Human Resources department. This role is responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of HR services, including benefit administration, pension & retirement plans, payroll, leave management, worker's comp, HR compliance, HRIS, and process improvement.  

Working in close partnership with the Director of Human Resources to ensure HR programs, systems, and practices are administered efficiently, consistently, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws while supporting Parker's mission, values and commitment to exceptional care partner service standards. This position will provide practical support to managers across the organization.  

We are looking for a detail-driven professional who enjoys problem-solving and is passionate about improving processes and delivering a high-quality employee experience.

 Learn why 2026 is our fourth year in a row being recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in New Jersey" by NJBiz.com, one of the leading business journals in the state.

BENEFITS:

• Annual compensation $140,000 - $150,000 (depending on experience)
• Medical, dental and vision plans offered
• 25 paid days off, PTO buyback and bank
• Pension Plan and 403b
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and wellness reimbursement
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary benefits (including legal, accident, critical illness, pet insurance) 
• Eligibility for annual holiday bonus 
• Subsidized childcare available
• Free meal with every shift worked
• Use of Parker gym and pool facilities
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Certified Age Friendly-Employer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field preferred; An equivalent combination of education, training directly related to human resources experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive Human Resources experience, with at least three (3) years in HR operations, retirement plans, benefits, payroll, or related functional area.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or leadership experience managing an HR team.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, COBRA, ACA and worker’s compensation
• Experience improving HR policies, procedures, and operational processes.  
• Experience working with HRIS systems and generating workforce reports and analytics.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR certification preferred.
• Flu vaccine required during flu season.