Vice President, Human Resources

Vice President of Human Resources

Job Summary:

The site Vice President of Human Resources is responsible for directing all of the people functions at their organization in accordance with the mission, vision and values of RWJBarnabas Health, policies and practices, the ethical and social consciences of business and society, and the laws, regulations and administrative rulings of governmental organizations and other regulatory and advisory authorities and organizations. The Vice President will work collaboratively with the CHRO and leverage the service delivery functions of the HR Centers of Excellence. The Vice President is to ensure that the strategic Human Resources planning attracts and retains the best people talent available and positions the organization as the employer of choice. The Vice President must understand and act upon trends within the industry, best practices policies, and with focus on standardization, consistency and equity across facilities, service lines, and departments.

The Vice President of Human Resources sets the tone for the employee experience and serves as the trusted advisor to Sr. Leadership, and advocate for all team members to drive performance excellence of the human capital function in support of the long-term health of the organization. The Vice President is a key member of the local site s executive structure, working closely with other executives, directors, and line staff to ascertain the pulse of the organization, prioritize business goals, cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, boost employee retention and ensure an effective organizational design and infrastructure.

Reports To:

• The Vice President of Human Resources reports directly to the System Chief Human Resource Officer, with a matrixed reporting relationship to the Site Chief Executive Officer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs and evaluates the Site s Human Resources function and performance.
• Participates in the development of the organization's plans and programs as a strategic partner, but particularly from the perspective of the impact on people.
• Translates the enterprise driven strategic initiatives into local tactical operations to ensure alignment with sites in the region and service lines.
• Works with HR Centers of Excellence to develop staffing strategies, succession plans, and coordinate programs to identify diverse talent within and outside the organization for positions of responsibility. Identifies appropriate and effective external sources for candidates for all levels within the organization.
• Partners with the System CHRO and HR Centers of Excellence to develop progressive programs to promote employee motivation and engagement, through incentives and rewards for effective and optimal performance.
• Align with HR, DEI and operational strategies and initiatives developed by the Centers of Excellence, implements local programs and initiatives consistent with Site culture to allow the organization to embrace applicants and employees of all backgrounds and to permit the full development and performance of all employees.
• In collaboration with the CHRO and Centers of Excellence, implement workforce planning models to identify competency, knowledge and talent gaps and develop specific programs to fill the identified gaps. Areas of activity will include talent management through proper succession planning programs for key contributor and management positions, training and development programs for preparing employees for more significant responsibilities, and general business development programs to upskill train and enhance employee mobility.
• Establishes throughout the organization as a trusted resource, effective listener and problem solver of people issues.
• Drives understanding and adherence to system policies and programs for effective management of the people resources of the organization, including appropriate escalation and leveraging of experts in the Centers of Excellence in areas such as talent management, employee relations, employee development, and the entire lifecycle of the employee.
• Implements and monitors HR policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization.
• Serves as the most senior advisor and employee relations expert to help influence and support people decisions throughout the site.
• Works closely with the CHRO to ensure compliance with regional budget and drive fiscal responsibility in relationship to the system and HR budgets.
• Provides critical feedback to the CHRO to ensure continuous performance and process improvement with respect to programs, policies, practices and processes associated with meeting the strategic and operational people issues of the site.
• Evaluates and manages site HR Team to ensure continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group to the customer, collaboration with the entire HR service line, and providing individuals with professional and personal growth opportunities.
• Ensures site compliance with all applicable policies, laws and regulations.
• Ensures communication is consistent, transparent and frequent with the customer workforce, while also participating leadership rounding to influence cadence that is inclusive, encompassing, compassionate and engaging.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor s Degree or equivalent in business or Human Resources management. Master s Degree preferred.
• Ideally a minimum of 8 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years of HR management experience leading an HR team or the equivalent through appropriate and comprehensive experience in healthcare, with acute experience in a hospital or health care setting greatly preferred.
• Proven time management and decision-making stills, while handling competing timelines, effectively.
• Demonstrated success as a key influencer of human capital decisions in a fast-paced, matrixed reporting environment.
• Proven leadership, people and change management experience.
• Strong planning, communication, and organization skills.
• Demonstrated track record of leading an environment and culture of accountability, while also fostering a positive employee experience through the life of team member and beyond the walls of the organization.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information:

RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) is the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in N.J., with a service area covering eight counties with five million people. Our health system includes 12 acute care hospitals (Clara Maass Medical Center; Community Medical Center; Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center; Jersey City Medical Center; Monmouth Medical Center; Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus; Newark Beth Israel Medical Center; Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital; Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset; Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton; Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway; and Trinitas Regional Medical Center); three acute care children s hospitals; Children s Specialized Hospital, with a network of outpatient pediatric rehabilitation centers; a free-standing,100-bed behavioral health center; two trauma centers; a satellite emergency department; ambulatory care centers; geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network; comprehensive home care and hospice programs; fitness and wellness centers; retail pharmacy services; affiliated medical groups; multi-site imaging centers; and two accountable care organizations.

RWJBarnabas Health is among New Jersey s largest private employers with more than 38,000 employees and 9,000 physicians and routinely captures national awards for outstanding quality and safety.

RWJBarnabas Health launched an affiliation with Rutgers University to create N.J.'s largest academic health care system. The collaboration aligns RWJBH with Rutgers' education, research and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey - the state's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center - and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

• • Medical/Dental/Vision plans
  • 401 (k)
  • PTO
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts