Eclipse Specialty & Emergency Pet Care · 6 days ago
Human Resources Director
Whippany, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expEclipse Specialty & Emergency Pet Care is a specialty veterinary hospital committed to high-quality care for small animals. They are seeking a Head of Human Resources to serve as a strategic partner to the executive team, overseeing all HR functions, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee engagement within a multi-location organization.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Partner with Executive Leadership to design and implement forward-thinking HR strategies that drive the veterinary group’s long-term goals
Provide strategic counsel on workforce planning, succession management, organizational development, and cultural stewardship
Champion the hospital’s approach to employee engagement and high-performing team dynamics
Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal labor regulations, including OSHA, DEA, and veterinary board rules
Oversee licensing and credentialing processes for clinical staff
Maintain HR policies and procedures aligned with industry-specific compliance needs
Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and internal risk protocols, working in partnership with outside counsel when necessary
Oversee recruitment strategies tailored to veterinarians, vet techs, and administrative personnel designed to attract and retain top-tier talent
Lead performance management strategy and execution, including conflict resolution, grievances, and performance concerns
Build and implement development frameworks that support continuous learning for clinical and non-clinical staff
Collaborate with Executive Leadership to ensure compensation structures and benefits offerings are market-competitive, equitable, and clearly communicated
Conduct regular compensation benchmarking and oversee benefits optimization
Build and refine people processes and policies that are clear, scalable, and aligned with organizational values
Champion technology and system solutions that enhance HR efficiency, reporting, and employee self-service
Monitor and report on key metrics, using data to inform decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
Serve as the internal voice of the employee experience
Maintain the company’s culture of a high-trust, inclusive workplace where employees feel supported and engaged with the mission
Develop HR protocols for emergency situations (e.g., pandemics, natural disasters, clinic trauma events)
Provide leadership and staff support during high-stress or emotionally difficult events
Promote a proactive approach to wellbeing, recognition, and workplace belonging
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
5-8+ years of progressive HR leadership, ideally within the healthcare or veterinary industry
Deep knowledge of employment law, compensation strategy, best-in-class HR practices, OSHA, and DEA compliance
Deep empathy for veterinary professionals and a passion for improving workplace culture in animal care
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with high emotional intelligence, discretion, and judgment
Strong business acumen and the ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution
Comfort navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and high expectations in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with HR systems and technology that drive scale and impact
Track record of building trusted relationships and delivering results in service-oriented organizations
Preferred
PHR/SPHR or advanced degree preferred
Company
Eclipse Specialty & Emergency Pet Care
Through private ownership our mission is to nurture, develop and support the passion and power of our team, so that they, in return, can provide extraordinary care for pets and the people who love them.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Steve Baker
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer
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