Labor Workforce Management Director

Your future role at a glance Location: Must be located in Tulsa, OK or Wichita, KS to work on-site 3-4 days/week with 50% local travel Facility: Supports 7 hospitals/locations in the Tulsa, OK area or 6 hospitals in the Wichita, KS area Department: Labor Management Schedule: Day shift l Full-time Salary range: $157,229 - $221,971 per year Sign-on bonus: Sign on bonus or relocation available up to $15,000 Eligible for an annual bonus incentive #LI-AM2 Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, youu2019ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive + Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options + Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance + Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays + Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning + Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources + Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits + Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more _Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process._ How youu2019ll make an impact in this role + Driving initiatives aligned with national, market, and hospital goals to optimize labor costs, productivity, and quality. + Analyzing labor trends and providing strategic direction to senior market and facility leadership to secure cost-effective resources. + Managing volume forecasts, targets, and stakeholder demands to ensure optimal utilization. + Developing market-wide plans for premium pay, contract labor, and expense management. + Partnering with finance and market leadership on the annual budget and productivity implementations What minimum requirements youu2019ll need Education: + High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experiencerequired, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor'sdegree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those yearsbeing in leadership/management. What additional preferences we're seeking + Previous healthcare experience + 5-7 years of experience in labor management, productivity, and/or workforce analytics + 2-5 years of leadership or management experience _Equal employment opportunity employer_ Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster. _Fraud prevention notice_ Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. _E-Verify statement_ Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here ( for more information.

Created: 2026-03-09