HR Analyst II-Recruitment and Class & Comp Manager

Title: HR Analyst II-Recruitment and Class & Comp Manager

State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst II

Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Join Western State Hospital as a leader in shaping our workforce. We are hiring Recruitment and Class & Comp Manager to drive innovative recruitment, strengthen our talent pipeline, and make a real impact on healthcare staffing and employee experience.

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital
103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are
Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Position Overview
This position supports the mission of Western State Hospital (WSH) and the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) by leading a comprehensive Human Resources program that attracts, develops, and retains a highly qualified and committed workforce. The role advances WSH’s commitment to exceptional service by ensuring the consistent, fair, and accurate application of Commonwealth, DBHDS, and hospital policies and practices for all internal and external customers.

Serving as a senior Human Resources professional, this position provides expert guidance, consultation, and strategic support in recruitment, selection, retention, data analysis, classification, and compensation. It oversees and administers all recruitment operations for WSH, including supervision of recruitment staff, management of the full hiring process, position and job analysis, classification and compensation recommendations, update and maintain recruitment related SOPs in collaboration with Chief People Officer, orientation, employee engagement, retention initiatives, organizing and participating in on-site and external career fairs, and administration of contract staffing programs, including international nurses and TN visa applicants.

The role also involves the development and implementation of innovative recruitment strategies, advertising and marketing efforts managed by WSH or a third-party vendor, and outreach activities to promote WSH career opportunities and strengthen the hospital’s workforce pipeline. This position collaborates closely with DBHDS Central Office Human Resources to ensure alignment with departmental goals and may serve as backup to the Director of Human Resources as needed.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage Western State Hospital’s full-cycle recruitment program, including supervision of recruitment staff, workflow coordination, and continuous process improvement to ensure efficient, compliant, and high‑quality hiring operations.
- Develop and implement recruitment, talent pipeline, and retention strategies, including outreach to educational institutions, participation in job fairs, coordination of internships, and community partnerships to strengthen workforce pipelines.
- Oversee job postings, applicant screening, interview materials, and hiring documentation, ensuring accuracy, EEO compliance, policy alignment, and a positive experience for applicants and hiring managers.
- Administer classification, compensation, and position control functions, including position analysis, role assignment, salary administration, salary negotiations, and management of all active, vacant, and inactive positions.
- Provide expert consultation and guidance to leadership, supervisors, and staff on recruitment, selection, compensation, HR policy, salary administration, and best practices, ensuring decisions are compliant and well‑sup