Workforce Planning Manager

Reporting to the Director, HR Operations, this role is responsible for forecasting and planning the future workforce needs of Valley Children’s Healthcare. Through in-depth analysis of workforce demographics, labor trends, and required skill sets, the position identifies staffing gaps and partners with leadership to develop data-driven, quantitative labor forecasts that support organizational performance, operational planning, and long-term strategic initiatives. This role oversees the position request and approval process and plays a key role in the continuous evolution of the organization’s comprehensive compensation program. By anticipating future compensation challenges, the incumbent proactively designs innovative, scalable solutions aligned with organizational goals, compensation philosophy, and financial guardrails. The position regularly presents clear, compelling, and data-backed recommendations to executive leadership to drive alignment and informed decision-making. Additionally, this role oversees the operation, optimization, and integrity of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), driving continuous process improvements and ensuring accurate, reliable workforce data. The position provides leadership in developing and improving systems and processes while ensuring compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements related to compensation and workforce data. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement; however, due to the collaborative and operational nature of the role, frequent on-site presence is required. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to support regular on-site engagement, as determined by business needs and management.