Human Resources Director

EMY Healthcare; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

EMY Healthcare in Iowa's Hiawatha is hiring a Human Resources Director to lead recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR operations. You will partner with leadership to build a positive workplace culture and ensure compliance with employment laws.

Responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, benefits explanations, maintaining records, background checks, and supporting safety and engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Prev HR experience preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulatory compliance.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Experience with HR information systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, and hire qualified candidates.
• Manage onboarding and new hire orientation.
• Explain benefits, compensation, and policies to staff.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Conduct reference checks and background screenings.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Update job descriptions and hiring requirements.
• Support employee relations and address workplace concerns.
• Assist with safety, wellness, and engagement initiatives.
• Represent EMY Healthcare at recruitment events.

Skills

HR experience

Employment laws

Communication skills

Organizational skills

HRIS experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

We are actively hiring a Human Resources Director to lead the facility's recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and human resources operations. The Human Resources Director plays a key role in attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws. As the Human Resources Director, you will partner with leadership to foster a positive workplace culture and support employees throughout their employment journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, and hire qualified candidates for open positions
• Manage the onboarding process, including new hire orientation and training coordination
• Explain employee benefits, compensation, and company policies to new and existing employees
• Maintain accurate employee records and human resources documentation
• Conduct reference checks and coordinate background screenings
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Update job descriptions and hiring requirements as needed
• Support employee relations by responding to questions and addressing workplace concerns
• Assist with employee safety, wellness, training, and engagement initiatives
• Represent Hiawatha Care Center at recruiting events and within the community
• Collaborate with department leaders on workforce planning and staffing needs
• Perform other human resources and administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous Human Resources experience preferred
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and regulatory compliance, or a willingness to learn
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management abilities
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, and HR information systems preferred
• Ability to maintain confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with employees and leadership

What We Offer

Compensation

$21 - $31 per hour

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule and Employment Type

• Full-Time Days