Title: Chief Human Resource Officer
State Role Title: 19094
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Catawba Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/catawba/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking a human resource professional to provide leadership in directing a comprehensive and complex system of human resource services to all employees and customers at Catawba Hospital located in Roanoke County, VA. The position will be responsible for providing direction, leadership and expertise in all areas of human resources and serve as an executive team member, developing, recommending, and implementing effective and efficient human resource management policies, practices and compliance measures. In addition, the position will provide guidance and recommendations to management and employees on a wide variety of complex human resource issues, and will ensure compliance with federal and state policies and regulations. This position will promote and provide human resource programs including, but not limited to recruitment and selection, compensation management, policy, benefits, employee relations, cultural and linguistic competency, and workforce development and planning.
Job Duties
Duties include providing direction, leadership and expertise in all areas of human resources; developing, recommending, and implementing effective and efficient human resource management policies, practices and compliance measures. In addition, the position will provide guidance and recommendations to management and employees on a wide variety of complex human resource issues, and will ensure compliance with federal and state policies and regulations. This position will promote and provide human resource programs including, but not limited to recruitment and selection, compensation management, policy, benefits, employee relations, cultural and linguistic competency, and workforce development and planning. As a member of the leadership this position will serve as the Administrator On-Call approximately 3 weeks out of the calendar year but may do more based on hospital needs.
Minimum Qualifications
• Ability to translate high-level organizational priorities and strategies into actionable HR frameworks. Focus on aligning HR initiatives with business goals and ensuring effective execution.
• Knowledge of talent management techniques and full life cycle recruitment
• Ability to reduce turnover and provide stability by managing staffing levels effectively.
• HR Supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to provide guidance and expertise across all HR functions
• Strong understanding of HR management theories, laws, regulations, policies, principles, and practices, particularly those relevant to Virginia State government. Extensive hands-on experience with FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, grievances, and employee discipline processes.
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience working with HRIS systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools.
• Ability to consult with operations management and provide HR services, including strategy development, assessments, and implementation.
• Skilled in ensuring policies, programs, and procedures are properly applied and compliant with federal, state, and local laws.
• Ability to analyze HR-related data, organize information, and produce reports for senior leadership (ELT) to provide insight and ensure data driven decision making
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions, particularly on sensitive and complex issues. Sound judgment in handling employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in developing and implementing succession plans
Additional Considerations
• Extensive experience in a variety of HR Functions (Employee Relations, Benefits, e.g.)
• Knowledge and experience working with Commonwealth of Virginia HRIS systems (Cardinal, PageUp, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia benefits (VRS, VSDP, etc.)
• Human Resource experience within a healthcare system
Excellent State Employee benefits package includes:
- Paid Retirement Plan
- Blue Cross Health Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- 13 Paid Holidays each year
- 12 Vacation days
- Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.
Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.
Contact Information
Name: Tammy Hinchey
Phone: N/A
Email: tamara.hinchey@dbhds.virginia.gov- Inquiries Only/No Submissions, to include resumes.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.