Director, Human Resources

System Director, Human Resources at South Texas Health System

Are you passionate about transforming healthcare and making a meaningful impact? South Texas Health System, a leader in the Rio Grande Valley, is seeking a visionary System Director, Human Resources to join our dynamic team. As an integral part of our integrated system, which includes four acute care facilities, a behavioral health facility, six freestanding emergency rooms, family medicine and specialty physician practices, and comprehensive outpatient services, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery.

Why South Texas Health System?

• National Recognition: Our facilities are consistently honored with awards and accreditations from top healthcare standards-setting organizations, including The Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades®.
• Commitment to Excellence: We are dedicated to patient safety and the delivery of quality healthcare, striving to meet the needs of our growing community.
• Passionate Team: We are driven by a passion for quality healthcare and the reward of improving lives.

Your Role:

As the System Director, Human Resources, you will provide expert consultation and leadership, focusing on the strategic planning, implementation, and monitoring of Human Resources across our system, which includes four hospitals, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, and Free Standing EDs. Your role will be crucial in supporting our mission to change lives and transform healthcare delivery.

• As a member of the System Executive Team, participates in operations management, the development of strategic initiative, and long and short-range planning affecting Human Resources.
• Ensures compliance of the day to day Human Resources functions of the South Texas Health System with Federal, State Licensing and Corporate requirements.
• Directs the recruitment of qualified staff to ensure an adequate number of employees in the workforce. Identifies, with the recruitment team, tools, resources, and best practices to recruit personnel. Oversees the execution and enforcement of candidate on-boarding program requirements .
• Directs the functions of the Human Resources Department to provide support services to other departments within STHS.
• Reviews, revises, implements, monitors, and enforces the Wage Administration Program for STHS.
• Ensures standardized job descriptions, job postings, policies, processes, and practices across the region based on UHS HR recommendations and best practices.
• Demonstrates commitment to employee engagement through the development of programs to create a positive work experience. Demonstrates creativity and consistency in recognizing and rewarding staff.
• Conducts investigations, reviews employee relations issues and recommends appropriate corrective action, up to and including termination of employment, based on STHS policies and procedures.
• Provides oversight of the volunteer, junior volunteer, and Pastoral Care program by leading and directing the Director of Volunteer Services for South Texas Health System.
• Custodian of the Personnel Records for STHS.

Join Our Exceptional Team and Elevate Your Career!

Are you ready to be part of an extraordinary team that values innovation and excellence? We offer a dynamic and rewarding work environment where your talents can truly shine. Here’s what you can expect:

• Opportunity for Impact: Work with a team of passionate and talented individuals dedicated to serving others.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborate in a setting that values innovation, excellence, and community service.
• Engaging and Challenging Work: Dive into projects that push boundaries and inspire growth.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary that reflects your skills and experience, along with generous Paid Time Off.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans to ensure your well-being.
• Retirement and Financial Wellness: Benefit from a 401(K) plan with company match and a discounted stock plan. Plus, take advantage of our SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Invest in Your Future: Explore our Educational Assistance and development programs designed to enhance your skills and career trajectory.
• Career Growth Opportunities: With over 300 subsidiaries, UHS offers unparalleled opportunities for advancement and professional development.

To learn more visit our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of healthcare. Your journey to success starts here!

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong emphasis on leadership and management.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible management experience, including a leadership role.
• Demonstrated multi-site HR consulting experience, preferably in a for-profit acute or behavioral health healthcare setting or a related healthcare system.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with field and leadership teams to achieve successful outcomes.
• Responsive and adept at managing issues requiring timely management and oversight.
• Extensive experience in HR operations, employee relations, and HR staff management and development.
• Prior experience managing high-volume full-cycle recruitment processes.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, with experience working with the EEOC and other regulatory agencies, and familiarity with Joint Commission HR requirements.
• Knowledge of labor relations and union avoidance strategies.

Skills:

• Proficient in compensation practices and knowledgeable about federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Lawson, iCIMS, Workday, ATS, LMS, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong critical thinking skills to make informed recommendations and decisions based on relevant information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Certification/Licensure:

• Professional certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CHHR) is highly preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Local travel between facilities is required.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.