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Regional Human Resources Director

ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry Specialists, Phoenix, AZ, United States


Overview Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and only national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC‑accredited facilities in the industry. With one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry – 97% – ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and making staff happy with our white glove service!

Responsibilities & Qualifications The Human Resources Director

oversees HR functions and directs HR Generalists and activities across multiple plant/off‑site locations in a region. While they are responsible for the ongoing effectiveness and productivity of HR administrative functions (e.g., compliance, benefits administration, reporting) their focus is associate engagement (Be Remarkable), talent acquisition/management, performance management, and associate relations. This role supports both associates and management, ensuring effective deployment and support of ImageFIRST values and work‑environment initiatives as well as HR programs, practices, and operations.

Responsibilities:

Prioritize Safety:

Demonstrate care for associates and their safety on and off the job.

Engage Associates:

Coach/advise RVPs, GMs and HRGs in how to effectively own the ImageFIRST Be Remarkable initiative. Drive the development of a coaching culture and leaders who lead “The ImageFIRST Way”.

Recruit, On‑Board and Orient Associates:

Ensure HRGs are effectively deploying and utilizing recruiting processes and tools. Ensure an engaging and complete onboarding and orientation experience for all levels of associates.

Achieve Leadership Effectiveness in Coaching for Performance and Development (CPD):

Deploy CPD training and subsequently coach RVP/GM/Managers/HRGs to integrate CPD perspectives/skills into their actions and behaviors. HRMs are expected to own the development of the leaders in their region. This initiative will be a true barometer of HRMs effectiveness.

Operational Excellence of HR Processes, Compliance & Policy:

Ensure observance of local HRGs and their leadership to HR processes, procedures, policies, investigations and certification/safety training requirements.

25% travel:

1‑3 days every other week to a location in the West Region.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 8 years of experience overseeing

Human Resources Bachelor’s Degree

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (esp. in Excel) and HRIS software

Strong organizational and time‑management skills

Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality.

Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

Analytical problem solving

Proven ability to lead a team (local and remote)

Knowledge, experience and proficiency: basic HR compliance, labor/employee relations

Company Values & Benefits Our Core Competencies:

Be Respectful: Value all we come in contact with

Be Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interaction

Be Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safe

Be Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we do

Benefits:

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401k (match)

Paid Time Off Package

Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Great company culture

Collaborative team environment

EOE / Drug‑Free Workplace

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.

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