Director of Human Resources, South Brooklyn Health

Empower Every New Yorker — Without Exception — to Live the Healthiest Life Possible

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the United States. We provide essential outpatient, inpatient and home-based services to more than one million New Yorkers every year across the city’s five boroughs. Our large health system consists of ambulatory centers, acute care centers, post-acute care/long-term care, rehabilitation programs, Home Care, and Correctional Health Services. Our diverse workforce is uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Human Resources will advise, partner, and will proactively recommend solutions, as well as serve as an internal consultant in the areas of talent development, employee engagement and performance management.

The Director of Human Resources also manages the day-to-day administration of the HR department including (and not limited to): talent acquisition and onboarding, training and development, employment, performance management, compliance, and HRIS.

General tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Work directly with Chief Executive Officer and management teams to lead, manage, influence and shape organizational change.
• Plan, administer and supervise a comprehensive HR function including activities in recruitment, onboarding, employee development, employee recognition, counseling, performance evaluation, workforce planning, span of control, staffing and assessment, etc.
• Consult with and advise leadership on HR related matters, including policies and procedures.
• Partners with senior administrative team to develop and align corporate goals with their individual business goals.
• Participates in talent development and performance improvement initiatives.
• Participates in HR developmental value stream activities.
• Provides input in Human Resources policies, management plans and programs and is accountable for their communication and implementation.
• Maintaining accuracy and integrity of PeopleSoft system (employee record)
• Implement interdisciplinary collaborative to improve patient outcomes, utilizing "Lean Thinking", root cause analysis, and other quality measures of improvement.
• Manages OTPS and PS resources; identifies new needs and alignment with the business goals
• Serve as member of the local Labor-Management Committee
• Ensure the facility remains in compliance with all related regulatory requirements and remains survey ready.
• Work collaboratively with primary stakeholders to develop and implement best practice guidelines and protocols; maintains and shares key metrics that will be used to continually drive improvement
• Takes prompt action to investigate and respond to complaints
• Collaborates Legal Affairs, Labor Relations, Affirmative Action / EEO, Corporate Payroll Systems, Corporate Information Services and facility Occupational Health Services Departments.
• Implements NYC Health + Hospitals’ Personnel Orders and Pay Authorization issued by Central Office.
• Other duties as assigned

1. A Baccalaureate Degree in Human Resources Management, Business/Hospital Administration, Public Administration Management, Psychology, Communications or
related disciplines, and six years of related experience in human resourcemanagement, employee relations or development, of which at least four years are in responsible levels of administration or management; or,
2. A Master’s in Human Resources Management, Business/Hospital Administration, Public Administration Management, Psychology, or Communications or related disciplines, and five years of related experience in Human Resources, employee relations or development, three years of which must have been in a responsible administrative, managerial or supervisory capacity; or,
3. A satisfactory combination of education, training and experience. Degrees must be from accredited colleges or universities

• 6+ years of executive level HR leadership experience within a large healthcare or hospital system, with strong experience in talent management, strategic planning, and employee engagement
• Experienced in working in a shared services model and centralized standardized structure.
• Must possess knowledge and understanding of federal, state, city, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations relevant to HR operations
• Experience partnering and working collaboratively with department heads and senior level administrators
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft or similar HRIS platforms
• Ability to work in a diverse community
• Ability and experience working in a “lean Six Sigma” environment
• The Joint Commission, DOH, CMS, CAP, and other regulatory survey management experience

Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

If applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs