Strategic HR Manager - Policy & Compliance

Legacy Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare is seeking a Human Resource Manager to oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and collaborate with department managers on personnel matters.

The role involves payroll processing, benefits administration, workers' compensation, and supporting performance improvement initiatives in a healthcare environment. A Bachelor’s in HR and 2 years of HR experience are required; PHR/SPHR certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required.
• Two years' HR experience, preferably in healthcare.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicates changes in personnel policies and ensures compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of employment law and industry trends.
• Coordinates exit interviews to determine reasons behind separation.
• Works with department managers on personnel matters.
• Processes payroll regularly and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Administers workers' compensation program with carrier coordination.
• Manages employee benefits and open enrollment processes.
• Assists with disciplinary procedures ensuring fairness and compliance.
• Maintains HR filing system and records.
• Participates in safety and departmental meetings as directed.
• Leads data collection and performance improvement projects.
• Identifies improvement opportunities through data and observations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Employee benefits administration

Disciplinary procedures

Data collection & analysis

Policy communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

PHR or SPHR certification

Job description

Legacy Healthcare is seeking a Human Resource Manager to oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and collaborate with department managers on personnel matters.

The role involves payroll processing, benefits administration, workers' compensation, and supporting performance improvement initiatives in a healthcare environment. A Bachelor’s in HR and 2 years of HR experience are required; PHR/SPHR certification is preferred.