Who are we?

Upstate Veterinary Specialties, PLLC (UVS) is a growing, privately-owned, specialty and emergency veterinary hospital located in Latham, New York. We offer a congenial, supportive work environment with board certified specialists in Cardiology, Critical Care, Dermatology Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, Rehabilitation and Surgery. Our mission is to help our patients live longer, happier lives through expert medical care and compassionate customer service.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to join our team. The CHRO is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategies in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the hospital, specifically in the areas of talent management, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, training and development, employee benefits, payroll, compensation and employment legal guidance. The CHRO is a key member of the executive leadership team, working with the hospital owners and officers providing organizational strategy, human resource and legal perspectives while advocating for employees. This position also leads UVS’ Marketing/Communications and Well-being teams.

This is a fabulous opportunity for a human resource professional with strong leadership capabilities to work in a collaborative work environment and have an immediate positive impact on the organization’s culture and staff members.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related discipline is required. MBA or Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or SHRM certification is preferred.
• A minimum of ten years of experience in a human resources generalist position with a minimum of five years involving the management of others.
• Must have experience and demonstrated understanding of Federal and New York state employment-related laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience is required.

What’s in it for you?

At UVS, we work hard to be worthy of the trust from our referral network and community. Our clients see and know our compassion for our work, themselves, and their pets. As such, our employees are highly valued. We encourage our employees to pursue a healthy balance between work and life and offer multiple incentives that speak to our philosophy.

UVS offers a competitive compensation package which includes:

• Fully paid medical, dental, and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement plan with matching contribution
• Pet insurance stipend
• Generous paid time off including PTO, Floating Holiday and Bereavement
• Continuing Education allowance and paid time away for conferences and classes
• Employee wellness program and benefits

To learn more about us and this position, visit our careers page at www.uvsonline.com

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