Human Resources Business Partner

Ensign Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign Services is seeking an experienced HR professional to support leaders in various markets with critical HR functions. The role encompasses employee relations, compliance, training, and recruitment, emphasizing teamwork and organizational skills. Join us for a fulfilling career that champions employee development and well-being.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Sick/vacation plans

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive HR experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HR procedures and federal/state employment laws.
• Ability to lead training and development sessions.

Responsibilities

• Regularly communicate with leaders to understand HR needs.
• Provide coaching on employee relations and compliance.
• Assist in recruiting for leadership roles.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or Business Administration

Tools

Workday

Job description

Ensign Services, Inc. (“ESI”) is a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc. whose affiliated entities are considered national leaders in the fast-growing post-acute care industry. ESI provides service and support to over 350 facilities in the long-term care continuum that employ over 50,000 employees.

ESI is known as the “Service Center” and provides the facilities and leaders it serves with “back-office” support in areas such as accounting, construction, compliance, human resources, information technology, learning and development, legal and risk management and recruiting. This structure allows the onsite leaders and caregivers to focus on day-to-day care and operational issues in their individual operations. What sets ESI apart from other companies is the quality of our most valuable resource - our people.

We take our core values of Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership (“CAPLICO”) seriously. We want an individual in this role who will demonstrate these values through actions and words.

About the Opportunity

• Regularly communicate with leaders to understand the human resources needs of assigned markets.
• Analyze human resources data to provide insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.
• Offer coaching and advice on employee relations, performance management, and employment terminations.
• Provide expertise on federal and state labor laws, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Train HR/Payroll Representatives within assigned markets in HR procedures and Workday business processes.
• Identify training/development needs and act as a liaison with Learning & Development for company-specific training.
• Assist with the onboarding of key leaders within assigned markets.
• Participate in recruiting and interviewing for leadership and resource openings.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Market Leaders, Clinical Market Leaders, AITs, Executive Directors, and Directors of Nursing Services.
• Analyze HR data, including employee satisfaction scores, exit interviews, and turnover statistics, and recommend actions as necessary.
• Investigate HR-related complaints, document resolutions, and report incidents of non-compliance or high-risk situations.
• Create or revise HR policies, procedures, and related documents/forms.
• Periodically audit selected HR activities or policies/processes to ensure consistency and recommend improvements.
• Facilitate HR processes associated with acquisitions in assigned markets.
• Monitor the implementation and administration of Affirmative Action Programs within assigned companies.
• Contribute to Human Resources Department and Market annual goals.
• Report incidents of non-compliance or high-risk situations to higher HR authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field is preferred
• 2+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR procedures, Workday, and federal/state employment laws.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Additional Information

Wage Rate: $74,000 - $80,000 DOE; may be eligible for bonus

Position Type: Full-time, exempt employee

Location: Northwest, Central and Southeast Iowa

We are committed to providing a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical/dental/vision coverage, company-provided life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and sick/vacation plans. We also believe in supporting our employee’s professional growth and development through our Learning Management System as well as training sessions and seminars.

Ensign Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment criminal background screening required.