Assistant HR Director

Oakridge Behavioral Health; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakridge Behavioral Health seeks an Assistant HR Director to oversee daily HR operations, ensure compliance with employment laws, and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. You will support employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, policy enforcement, and performance management while helping lead the HR team and acting as HR Director in their absence.

This leadership role requires strong confidentiality and proficiency with HRIS/payroll systems, with mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Healthcare HR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations and ensure compliance with laws.
• Support employee relations, recruitment, benefits, and policies.
• Assist with performance management and training programs.
• Lead HR team and provide guidance to managers.
• Assist in EEOC claims and legal documentation.
• Coordinate with payroll on benefits and compensation.

Skills

Employment law

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Organizational leadership

HRIS & payroll systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS software

Payroll systems

Job description

Job Description

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