Director of People Operations & Engagement; POPS *HR Generalist

Job Details

Job Location:

Athens, OH - Athens, OH 45701

Salary Range: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary

Relavix Health Group is dedicated to impacting lives through compassionate, innovative, and excellent healthcare services. Our mission of putting people first is lived out by providing high-quality rehabilitation and health services that enhance the well‑being of our patients.

Kimes Nursing and Rehab is seeking a professional and experienced HR Generalist, or Director of POPS (People, Engagement, and Operations), to support facility operations within a skilled nursing facility environment. This individual will serve as a strategic partner to facility leadership while overseeing employee relations, recruitment efforts, onboarding, payroll coordination, compliance initiatives, and workforce engagement. The ideal candidate is highly organized, approachable, detail‑oriented, and capable of balancing operational priorities.

This position plays a critical role in supporting staffing stability, strengthening employee retention, maintaining compliance standards, and fostering a positive workplace culture that directly impacts resident care outcomes and overall facility success.

• Lead and support day‑to‑day human resources operations within the facility
• Partner with leadership to promote a professional, compliant, and positive workplace culture
• Coordinate recruitment efforts including job postings, interviewing, onboarding, and orientation processes
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives to improve workforce stability
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all employee matters
• Assist with payroll oversight, timekeeping accuracy, and workforce reporting
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and healthcare regulations
• Manage personnel records, onboarding documentation, and HR compliance tracking
• Provide guidance and support related to employee relations, coaching, and performance concerns
• Assist leadership with workforce planning and staffing support to help achieve zero‑agency utilization goals
• Participate in survey preparation efforts and workforce compliance readiness
• Promote a culture centered on accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and resident‑focused care

• Previous HR experience required; healthcare or skilled nursing experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of payroll processes, onboarding procedures, and employment compliance practices
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems preferred (e.g., Paycom)
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced healthcare environment
• Strong leadership presence with a collaborative and service‑oriented approach
• Professional, approachable, highly organized, and detail‑oriented
• Confident managing sensitive employee matters
• Passionate about employee engagement and workplace culture and able to build strong relationships with leadership and staff
• Committed to operational excellence and workforce stability

Relavix Health Group is committed to supporting our team both professionally and personally by offering meaningful benefits designed to promote wellness, financial flexibility, career growth, and work‑life balance. In addition to a positive and people‑first work environment, eligible employees may enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO starting on Day One
• Early wage access through the Everyday Pay app
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Competitive wages
• Short term disability
• Benefits Me: an employee perks and purchasing platform that gives team members access to everyday products, services, and exclusive discounts, with convenient payroll deduction payment options designed to make purchases more affordable and accessible
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employee referral program
• CEU reimbursement opportunities
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation and/or travel stipend available for qualifying positions
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive team‑oriented culture focused on putting People First

Join a team committed to putting people first—every resident, every employee, every day.