Regional Director Human Resources

Plans, directs, implements, and oversees human resources policies and activities such as employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and communications for group or larger/multiple facilities by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Administers human resources policies to meet organizational needs and comply with state and federal laws. Develops regional human resources budget and reviews status with each location on regular basis. Implements communications systems to ensure all locations have access to information in a timely manner. Provides guidelines and oversees management of human resources activities such as recruitment, performance review, benefits, and employee relations, and resolves problems requiring senior management intervention. Ensures group compliance with affirmative action activities and demonstrates measurable progress toward accomplishment of affirmative action goals. Responsible for ensuring development of females, minorities, disabled employees, and veterans for promotional consideration and prevents harassment of employees placed through the affirmative action efforts. Represents management in negotiating collective bargaining agreements, where applicable. Conducts regularly scheduled meetings with human resources staff to exchange information and provide ongoing support and problem resolution. Analyzes trends at each facility in turnover, hiring, promotions, separations, and grievances to determine support or action needed to adjust unfavorable trends. Schedules training at each location in interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, sexual harassment, and diversity awareness. Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues. Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs. Other duties may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business or related field; Five to ten years of human resources experience; PHR/SPHR preferred. COMPETENCIES Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  Travel up to 50%