Title: CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER / HR MANAGER II
State Role Title: Human Resource Manager II
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Eastern State Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/esh/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive knowledge of major human resource functions; relevant federal and state laws, regulations and policies such as Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, PWFA, and FMLA.
• Strong understanding of HR management theories, laws, regulations, policies, principles, and practices, particularly those relevant to Virginia State government. Must have proven experience collaborating with management on employee disciplinary actions; conducting complex investigations; interviews; gathering factual information/data; making sound recommendations; report writing; facilitating training.
• Must effectively communicate verbally and in writing; interpret policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills that foster a work culture of inclusion; interact with internal/external clients to learn their business needs; and work independently.
• Proficient computer skills in use of MS Office Suite (Word and Excel); Cardinal; and/or other databases.
• Proven ability to conduct trend analysis and produce computerized reports.
• Extensive hands-on experience with FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, grievances, and employee discipline processes.
• Ability to translate high-level organizational priorities and strategies into actionable HR/Training frameworks.
• Expertise in employee identification, selection, and retention strategies to ensure a dynamic talent pipeline.
• Ability to consult with operations management and provide HR/Training services, including strategy development, assessments, and implementation.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in conducting compensation and classification analysis to ensure fair pay practices and job classifications.
• Focus on aligning HR initiatives with business goals and ensuring effective execution
• Considerable experience in Employee Benefits, Employee Dispute Resolution, Short Term Disability, and Worker’s Compensation required.
• Experience in developing and implementing succession plans to ensure continuity of leadership and key roles.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• Prior experience conducting investigations required.
• Prior experience in employee & labor relations matters required

Eastern State Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, was founded in 1773, with a well-intentional emphasis on community focused mental health care. This state-of-the-art campus, situated on 85 acres, consists of two patient care buildings with 300 patients, and a highly skilled staff of over 900. Eastern State Hospital is part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) system and is accredited by the Joint Commission. Eastern State Hospital is looking for a Chief Human Resources Officer for their campus that will provide executive leadership, direction, services and supports to advance DBHDS’ vision and delivery of a responsive, person-centered, trauma informed, integrated, and recovery-oriented system of care for individuals across the Commonwealth with behavioral health, developmental disability, and substance use disorder needs.
This role will be responsible for directing an extensive human resources program to all employees and other stakeholders within Eastern State Hospital, serve as a key member of the facility executive leadership team, ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements involving HR policies, procedures, and documentation, and direct the workforce development and training program at Eastern State Hospital.