Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Director, HR Compliance, oversees the processes and reporting required by local, regional, Federal, and regulatory agency regulations, including I9 completion, immigration process, verification of licensure, certification, and registration, biennial background checks on all employees and volunteers, and EEO and affirmative action plans. The Director, HR Compliance, guides the non-employee process. Oversees the Out-of-Region Remote Worker process. Liaison with outside counsel handling affirmative action plans and OFCCP requirements. Design protocols for HR-related audits and ongoing compliance reviews. Stay abreast of developments in labor and employment regulations. Identify policy and practice enhancements to meet rules and regulations. This position acts as a resource and works independently with the EVPs, Vice Presidents, division, and department directors on HR Compliance, Regulatory Readiness, Education, and other HR leaders to review business processes and make recommendations to increase efficiency and ensure compliance. Leads the HR Compliance Readiness Team (HR-CRT) and is a member of other compliance committees or teams. Acts as a subject matter expert on HR compliance and integration of regulatory standards within Human Resources. The Director, HR Compliance, oversees special projects related to HR Compliance.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Oversees for the Human Resources Compliance processes and reporting required by local, regional, Federal and regulatory agency regulations, including I9 completion, immigration process, verification of licensure, certification, and registration, biennial background checks on all employees and volunteers, and EEO and affirmative action plans.
• Advises leaders, Compliance, Regulatory Readiness, Education, and other HR leaders on processes and makes recommendations to increase efficiency and ensure compliance.   Leads the HR Compliance Readiness Team (HR-CRT) and other compliance committees or teams. Acts as a subject matter expert on HR compliance and integration of regulatory standards within Human Resources.
• Partner with Legal and subject matter experts to ensure compliance to federal and state employment laws and facilitate training on HR compliance topics.
• Policy development and enhancement.
• Oversees the non-employee process.

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources related area of focus and
  • 7 or more years combined compliance and HR experience required
• Demonstrated successful project leadership preferred
• SHRM-S-CP/CP or SPHR/PHR preferred

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.