Assistant Director of Human Resources
About the role
Argus Medical Management is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Human Resources to lead HR operations supporting the corporate team and physician practices. This hands‑on HR leader will manage and perform HR functions across multiple entities and locations, serve as a strategic and operational partner to executive leadership, and provide sound HR guidance while identifying organizational and compliance risks.
Responsibilities
- Manage and directly perform HR functions across multiple entities and locations, including:
- Full‑cycle recruiting and onboarding
- Payroll and timekeeping administration
- Benefits and retirement plan administration
- Leaves of absence, accommodations, and workers' compensation
- Federal and California HR compliance
- HR, payroll, benefits, and workers' compensation audits
- Regulatory reporting and required filings
- Policy, procedure, and workflow development
- Employee engagement and training
- HR reporting, data analysis, and trend identification
- Partner with executive leadership, physicians, and senior management on workforce strategy, organizational decisions, compliance risk, and complex HR matters, providing clear recommendations and solutions
- Provide HR guidance and support to employees, managers, physicians, and clients
- Supervise and develop HR staff
- Handle special projects and other HR operational responsibilities as needed
- Manage employee relations, investigations, performance management, and corrective action
Qualifications and Skills
- 10‑15+ years of progressively responsible, hands‑on HR generalist/operations experience, including supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of California employment law, wage and hour, benefits, leaves, and employee relations
- Strong payroll experience, including processing, auditing, reconciliations, and issue resolution
- Ability to independently manage and perform multiple HR functions in a fast‑paced environment
- Demonstrated executive presence and ability to effectively advise, influence, and communicate with C‑suite leaders, physicians, and senior management
- Strong business acumen with the ability to assess complex HR matters, identify risk, and provide practical recommendations to leadership
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills
- Intermediate to advanced Excel and reporting skills
- Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or comparable HRIS/payroll systems
- Experience with Fidelity Plan Sponsor or similar retirement platforms preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Education, Experience and Certification
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
- SHRM‑SCP or SPHR highly preferred
- Experience supporting multiple entities, FEINs, and locations
- Healthcare or healthcare administration experience preferred
Other Requirements
- Limited travel outside the Los Angeles area
- Valid driver's license and required automobile insurance
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Adherence to organizational policies, procedures, attendance, and professional standards
Physical Demands
Primarily desk‑based work with frequent computer and phone use; occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching; ability to lift or carry office materials up to 15 lbs.; visual acuity and manual dexterity sufficient for computer and office work.
Work Environment
Professional, primarily on‑site healthcare administration environment; fast‑paced, hands‑on HR environment requiring direct involvement in daily operations; frequent interaction with employees, managers, physicians, clients, and vendors; requires management of competing priorities, deadlines, and frequent interruptions; adherence to confidentiality, privacy, and HIPAA requirements.
Pay
$110,000 - $143,000 annually
Schedule
Mon‑Fri, with flexibility for occasional early‑morning, evening, or weekend business needs