Oakridge Behavioral Health

Assistant HR Director oversees daily HR operations, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and implementing HR strategies that align with organizational goals. This role assists with employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, policy enforcement, and performance management while helping lead the HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Operations & Compliance
• Assist in managing day-to-day HR functions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Support audits (payroll, benefits, HR files, 401k, workers’ comp, etc.).
• Maintain and update HR policies and employee handbook.
• Recruitment & Talent Management
• Oversee recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening, and onboarding.
• Assist with workforce planning and staffing model evaluations.
• Monitor hiring metrics and retention strategies.
• Employee Relations
• Address employee concerns and workplace investigations.
• Support conflict resolution and disciplinary processes.
• Assist in handling EEOC claims and legal documentation preparation.
• Benefits & Compensation
• Support benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Assist with compensation reviews and salary benchmarking.
• Coordinate with payroll to ensure accuracy.
• Performance Management
• Assist in implementing performance review processes.
• Support leadership in coaching and corrective action plans.
• Help develop training and leadership development programs.
• Leadership Support
• Act as HR Director in their absence.
• Provide guidance to managers and department heads.
• Supervise HR staff as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.
• Healthcare HR experience preferred (if applicable).

Certifications (Preferred):

• SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP
• PHR / SPHR

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of employment law
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Proficient in HRIS and payroll systems