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, able to speak “operations” and build trust fast.
• 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

• Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive HR experience in the healthcare industry.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, able to speak “operations” and build trust fast.
• 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.

Skills

• Strategic HR advisor for operational leaders.
• Expert guidance on employee relations, organizational development, and workforce planning.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to coach leaders and handle sensitive employee matters.
• Experience with Workday and knowledge of federal and state labor laws.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness and enthusiasm to travel regularly.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision coverage.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Sick/vacation plans.
• Access to a fully equipped onsite gym (San Juan Capistrano office location).
• Professional growth and development through a Learning Management System and training sessions and seminars.

Pay

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

Schedule

Most travel will be within Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Quarterly travel to Alaska to support associated facilities is also required.

Additional Information

Pre-employment criminal background screening required. For assistance or accommodation during the application process, contact us at 888-659-3616. Visit www.ensignbenefits.com for more information about benefits.