Job Description:

Heluna Health is a national nonprofit leader in providing program and support services to optimize population health. In any given year, our organization either directly implements or provides the administrative support for approximately 400 health and social service initiatives across a broad spectrum of population health domains. The agency is an innovator of direct service programs, including the largest nonprofit network of WIC centers in the nation (The USDA funded Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children), a community-based, nationally accredited dietetic internship program, violence prevention initiatives and a nationally recognized early literacy program that has been shown to reduce school readiness disparities for low-income kids. Heluna Health offers a full range of program development, personnel, financial and grant management solutions to researchers, universities, consortia, government agencies, community organizations and population health practitioners in order to help more people live healthy and productive lives. Visit www.helunahealth.org to learn more about how you can make an impact by joining our team.

Salary Range: $150,000.00-$175,000.00 annually (salary will be commensurate with experience)

SUMMARY

We are seeking to hire a Deputy Human Resources Officer to work under the supervision of the Chief Human Resources Officer (“CHRO”).  The Deputy Human Resources Officer will be an experienced, well-rounded HR professional with a strong understanding of all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition and management, leadership development, performance management, compensation and benefits, and workforce diversity. Working closely with the CHRO, the Deputy Human Resources Officer will be responsible for management, oversight, and support of various day-to-day activities, operations, and projects within the human resources department, providing technical and operational expertise, leadership, and guidance to the HR staff. This position develops and operationalizes best practice methods of human resources administration providing transparency and accountability for all aspects of the employment lifecycles within of the organization. The Deputy Human Resources Officer will also advise and assist with employee relations, internal investigations, internal and external HR-related audits, and litigation management; while making sure that all policies and procedures are in strict compliance with local, state and federal employment laws. This role will also oversee the alignment of the department HIPPAs policies and human capital activities directly related to the organization’s strategic plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide professional and technical expertise to managers and supervisors regarding human resource matters; interpret and explain laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; develop and lead staff in solving unique and/or complex problems confronting the HR department.


• Organize and oversee internal audits to ensure HR operations are performed in accordance with best practices; policies and procedures; as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations.


• Possess general familiarity with all aspects of HR-related compliance matters, including, but not limited to, benefits, compensation, succession planning, wage and hour regulations, workers' compensation, leave of absence, EEO/diversity, recruitment, and employee relations.


• Provide legal insight on diverse matters, including, but not limited to, contract interpretation and approval; employment matters; HIPAA issues; and legal risks and liabilities associated with various issues affecting the organization.


• Anticipate and proactively address trends and legal issues posing a challenge or threat to Heluna’s operations. Be aware of legal decisions and proposed legislation that may impact the organization’s compliance requirements.


• Review, recommend and implement streamlining methods, processes, and operational improvements; lead and work with HR management teams to develop and/or enhance policies and procedures for efficient and effective service delivery.


• Lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of short- and long-term operational goals and objectives for Human Resources functions; work with all levels of management to communicate and implement short- and long-term goals and objectives throughout the organization.


• Manage all aspects of litigation involving the organization; collaborate with outside counsel on legal affairs; conduct and track investigations and discovery compliance gatherings; and coordinate (with necessary participants) negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation matters.


• Develop, recommend, and implement improvements to employment practices with awareness and understanding of their impact in a diverse workforce.


• Participate on and assume a leadership role with a wide variety of committees, work groups, task forces, and other internal and external stakeholder teams.


• Deliver presentations and training to employees, HQ management, program management, Board of Directors, and others on legal, employment, and operational compliance matters.


• Perform related duties as assigned; and, at all times, model appropriate behaviors.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity, and compliance.


• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal employment laws.


• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; exceptional business judgment, with the ability to think strategically and give practical advice by balancing business needs with legal risks.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally to colleagues at all levels of the organization, including the Board of Directors.


• Flexibility to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, team environment with an ability to prioritize tasks and manage time-based on the needs of the organization.


• Superior organizational and project management skills with an ownership mentality; consistent record of completing projects on time with great attention to detail.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 10 years of human resources experience with proven success in linking HR strategies to the mission of the organization. At least five years in a management capacity, overseeing multiple human resources operations, employee relations, and compliance activities.


•  A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field is required; a graduate degree(s) and or Juris Doctor or J.D. degree is strongly preferred.


• HR Certification (SPHR) is required; legal practice background is strongly preferred.


• Strong with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled, Travel approximately 10%

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Salary: $150,000.00

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