Human Resources Business Partner

About the role

Ensign Services, Inc. (“ESI”) is a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc., a leader in the post-acute care industry. ESI supports over 378 facilities employing over 55,000 employees through services like accounting, construction, compliance, human resources, information technology, learning and development, legal and risk management, and recruiting.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with Executive Directors, Directors of Nursing, Market Leaders, and Clinical Market Leaders to understand and leverage the value HR brings to operations.
• Translate HR data, trends, and legal considerations into strategic recommendations that leaders can act on.
• Maintain a best practice of visiting your assigned facilities 3–4 times per week to stay connected, proactive, and visible.
• Advise on employee relations, terminations, performance management, and HR compliance.
• Support the onboarding of new leaders and help identify market-specific training needs in collaboration with Learning & Development.
• Lead through change by supporting HR aspects of acquisitions, including integration planning and cultural alignment.
• Audit and improve HR practices, monitor Affirmative Action programs, and identify process improvements across your markets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 4+ years of progressive HR experience in the healthcare industry. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, proven ability to coach leaders, handle sensitive employee matters, and influence outcomes. Experience with Workday and a solid understanding of federal and state labor laws. Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Willingness and enthusiasm to travel regularly: 50–75% road and air travel, including 3–4 on-site facility visits weekly.

Qualifications

Pre-employment criminal background screening required.

Skills

Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to coach leaders, handle sensitive employee matters, and influence outcomes. Experience with Workday and a solid understanding of federal and state labor laws.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical/dental/vision coverage, company-provided life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and sick/vacation plans. Access to our fully equipped onsite gym (San Juan Capistrano office location) and opportunities for professional growth and development through our Learning Management System as well as training sessions and seminars.

To learn more about our benefits, visit www.ensignbenefits.com.

Pay

$80,163.00 to $100,214.00 annually, DOE; potential bonus.

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position. Candidates should be comfortable traveling up to 75% of the time, supporting 3–4 facility visits per week. Most travel will be within Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Quarterly travel to Alaska to support associated facilities is also required.