Senior Director Human Resources

SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides strategic leadership and direction for all human resources (HR) functions for a rural Critical Access Hospital. Partners with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals, workforce sustainability, and a high-performing culture aligned with organizational mission and values.

This role oversees HR operations for the organization ensuring consistency, compliance, and operational excellence in all aspects of human resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and culture.
• Develops and implements HR strategies that align with organizational priorities, including patient care, employee engagement, and operational performance.
• Leads workforce planning initiatives to address recruitment, retention, and succession planning, with a focus on rural healthcare challenges.
• Partners with clinical and operational leaders to support recruitment of physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, and allied health staff.
• Oversee employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and practices.
• Directs the design and administration of compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness within the regional healthcare market.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws and healthcare regulatory requirements (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission).
• Leads leadership development, performance management, and organizational development initiatives.
• Oversee HR operations, including HR'S, reporting, and data analytics to support decision-making.
• Promotes a culture of respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement consistent with LRH values.

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

SUPERVISES: Human Resource Staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Master's degree (MBA, MHA, or related field) preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive human resources experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role required.
• Healthcare experience required; experience in a multi-site or integrated health system preferred.
• Experience supporting provider recruitment and workforce strategy strongly preferred.

Licensure/Certifications

• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification preferred.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• None required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Working Conditions: Clean well-lit, ventilated office with ergonomically correct workstation