Director, HR Optimization

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Full Time/8-Hour Day Shift, Monday-Friday Location: Remote with about 10%-15% travel Eligible for an annual bonus incentive BenefitsPaid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your communityBenefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer. ResponsibilitiesThe Director, HR Optimization will serve as the strategic enabler for the Senior Vice President [SVP] of Human Resources.

This individual will lead and coordinate key strategic initiatives, optimize operational effectiveness across the HR space, and ensure cross-functional alignment on critical priorities. This role will serve as a central liaison between the SVP and internal/external stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making and efficient execution of organizational objectives. Key ResponsibilitiesDirect Partnership with ExecutiveServes as a trusted advisor and thought partner for the SVP by influencing and managing the strategic priorities, operational plans and agenda of the organization. Develops expert knowledge of SVP’s area of ownership; triages requests, filters priorities, represents and provides direction on behalf of the SVP.

Manages requests for plans, presentations, speaking engagements and board assignments. Leads the preparation and creation of effective communications and presentations; develops compelling and engaging content that is consumable by all audiences. Strategic Planning & ExecutionPartners with senior leadership to develop strategic goals, tactics and measures that are aligned with organizational priorities; facilitates alignment of HR leaders to ensure all initiatives and tactics support HR’s overall goals. Serves as direct point of contact and collaborator for the system strategy team.

Maintains an understanding of progress on key initiatives, identifies potential risks, prioritizes information flow, proactively removes barriers, facilitates solutions, and highlights issues requiring senior leadership intervention. Synthesizes information into insights that inform business decisions, leverages expertise to influence leaders across the organization. Advisory & ConsultationProvides thought partnership and alternative thinking to HR leaders; leads thoughtful discernment before implementing change by assessing impact, risk, readiness and value. Solves strategic or operational problems in ambiguous or rapidly changing areas; identifies the root cause/issue and sources, customizes or creates solutions.

Leadership, Collaboration & Relationship ManagementDesigns practices, systems and tools to ensure alignment and integration among HR leaders and their work; ensures transparency of strategic and operational plans, communications, and other activities across HR. Collaborates across HR, system functions and ministry markets to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and strategic initiatives. Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluation of direct report(s) as required. RequirementsEducation:

High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experiencerequired, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor'sdegree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those yearsbeing in leadership/management. Additional Preferences7-10 years of experience, ideally in healthcare strategy, program management, and/or business operations. Demonstrated ability to navigate extreme ambiguity, respond adeptly to rapidly changing priorities, and maintain commitment to high-quality work product. Blend of strong business judgment, empathy, attention to detail, and grace under pressure. Experience in building trusted advisor relationships and influencing others.

Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization. #HRJobWhy Join Our TeamAscension associates are key to our commitment of transforming healthcare and providing care to all, especially those most in need. Join us and help us drive impact through reimagining how we can deliver a people-centered healthcare experience and creating the solutions to do it. Explore career opportunities across our ministry locations and within our corporate headquarters. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https: //www. eeoc. gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.

pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https: //www. eeoc. gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20. pdf) poster. As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https: //www. dol. gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.

pdf)Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. E-Verify StatementThis employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information. E-Verify (https: //e-verify. uscis. gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES. pdf)If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa. com