Director of Human Resources

DescriptionDirector of Human ResourcesFull Time, on siteSalary $70,000-$90,000 a yearResponsibilitiesThe Director of Human Resources is responsible for various duties pertaining to benefit administration, recruitment, policy implementation, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion oversite, and other HR related work as assigned. This position is the department’s HRIS liaison. This position’s specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:• Administer employee benefit programs such as group health insurance, dental, life, disability, FSAs, and HSAs.• Handle employee benefit inquiries to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution.• Process employee benefit enrollment and change forms within required time limits to meet payroll deadlines.• Assist in conducting benefits orientation meetings and enrollment of new employees in benefit plans.• Assist with coordination of annual open enrollment process, including preparing, distributing, and receiving materials and forms.• Assists VP of Human Resources in evaluating and comparing existing agency benefits.• Responsible for reconciliation of benefit premiums between the Payroll system and the Benefit system.• Administer all Leaves of Absence, in coordination with 3rd party vendor, to determine eligibility for various leave programs including Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) and temporary disability leave according to established guidelines and ensure that employees are provided with required timely notice.• Work with Employee Relations and HR Compliance Manager and HR Generalist to assess any employee work accommodations that may arise.• Leads development and implementation of all phases of the recruitment process in conjunction with the Recruitment and Retention Coordinator.• Manages Diversity, Equity, and Inlcusion initiatives for the organization which includes oversight of the DEI Committee, serving as a resource and trusted advisor to employees on DEI-related matters, providing guidance, support, and facilitating open dialogue.• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPI’s) to measure the effectiveness of DEI initiatives and employee experience programs.• Maintain confidential databases and other tracking mechanisms to support the work of the Human Resources Department.• Accurately record and store information, forms and documentation in required areas and in the employee files/electronic records.• Provide guidance and orient employees on human resources related matters and including agency policies.• Review and/or approve assigned staff timecards, time sheets, leave requests and overtime.• Understand and suggest procedures to effectively utilize the department’s various databases, systems and workflow.• Lead the implementation of new HRIS modules in Paylocity or other systems.• Coordinate with vendors to have uninterrupted flow of information between the various HRIS systems.• Complete required documentation in conformance with rules, regulations, policies and procedures .• Perform documentation reviews to ensure records are maintained in conformance with rules, regulations, policies, procedures and billing practices• Participate in any investigations as required.• Comply with all State and Federal regulations along with agency policies and practices.• Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations as it pertains to functions of human resources.• Attend all required training, staff development programs, and committees and/or meetings as required by the agency and/or State and Federal regulations.• Assist with duties of department staff as needed.• Assume leadership of the department in the absence of VP of Human Resources.• Any additional duties as assigned.Special Requirements• Possess good interpersonal, written, oral, and communication abilities and effective time management/ organizational skills• Able to work scheduled hours that may include overtime, weekend and/or holiday timeframes and maintain an acceptable work attendance as defined in the agency’s personnel policy manual and handbook.• Be computer literate with knowledge in agency operating systems and applicable software required for department needs.• Able to generate and present comprehensive written reports and respond to questions about the report• Demonstrate sound judgment in normal work and emergency situations• Must physically be able to perform job duties that includes sitting; typing or using a computer for extend periods of time and be able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds#OPWDD #HumanServices #HR #HumanResources #Vestal #BinghamtonRequirements• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field with five years of experience. -OR- Associate’s degree in related field plus eight years-experience. -OR- A combination of education and experience that in the opinion of the reviewing agency, exceeds the above standards of the program.• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP a plus.• Possess a valid driver’s license and record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier