Director - Human Resources - Community Hospitals

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Grenada, MS is seeking a Director of Human Resources for the Community Hospitals to lead HR strategy across workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, and HR technology. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and seven years of HR leadership experience.

Strong communication and staff development skills are essential. Responsibilities include improving morale, directing recruitment, shaping compensation, mitigating legal risk, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; seven years leading HR functions with advancement
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications; presentations
• Experience supervising staff; implementing talent management, compensation, and HR technology

Responsibilities

• Improve morale and employee retention
• Oversee recruitment to source and select the right candidates
• Design and implement a competitive compensation system and benefits
• Mitigate legal risk through training and clear processes
• Plan and execute HR functions strategically (performance, training, engagement)
• Lead recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce
• Collaborate with CHRO on workforce planning and HR administration
• Develop and implement HR policies for the institution
• Manage HR operations including training and coaching staff
• Lead performance management processes and feedback culture

Skills

HR analytics

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Hello,Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.You can only apply one time to a job requisition.Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.Thank you,Human ResourcesImportant Applications Instructions:Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.Job Requisition ID:R00053214Job Category:Professional and TechnicalOrganization:HR Business OperationsLocation/s:UMMC-GrenadaJob Title:Director - Human Resources - Community HospitalsJob Summary:Oversees the strategic direction, planning, administration, evaluation, and coordination of the human resources function across the institution’s three mission areas. These functions including, but not limited to, workforce planning, talent acquisition, talent management and development, employee engagement, compensation, benefits, leave administration, HR policies, legal and institutional compliance and regulations, rewards and recognition, and workers compensation. This position requires a true strategic business partner who is collaborative and capable of building consensus and commitment toward shared outcomes.Education & ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in business or related field and seven (7) years of experience leading human resources functions with a clear record of advancement, progressive experience in human resources including HR generalist and HR management positions.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: N/AKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExpertise in analysis, critical decision making, project management, and process improvement. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills, including proficiency in developing and delivering presentations. Experience supervising and developing staff; and implementing strategies and systems for talent management, compensation and benefits, and HR technology. Supervises and coordinates the work of the Human Resources Department staff. Conducts research and analysis to maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, legislative/regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources. Engage in the long-term strategic planning process to ensure viability and sustainability of the institution. Set the overall standard for the HR service, monitoring service levels, whilst maintain overall quality standards and balancing conflicting demands.RESPONSIBILITIESImprove morale and employee retentionOversee recruitment efforts to ensure that the organization is effectively and efficiently sourcing and selecting the right candidates.Design and implement a competitive compensation system and benefit package to attract and retain employeesMitigate legal risk to the organization through proactive training and education, clear systems and processes for managing conflicts with and between employees, handling and investigating complaints of harassment/discrimination and other unjust practice allegations.Plan and execute HR functions strategically, such as compensation and benefits, performance management, training and development, employee communications, employee engagement and retention, and employee relations.Lead efforts to advance the recruitment and retention of a diverse, talented workforce.Work collaboratively with the CHRO and other HR leaders to provide strategic consultation and guidance on Human Resources issues and provide leadership and director for the workforce planning and administration for the institutionDevelop and implement HR policies for the institution.Manages HR operations by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, and counseling staff.Lead the effective and efficient administration of the performance management process, making sure that the institution’s leaders are equipped to engage in constructive and ongoing feedback and coaching,The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.Physical and Environmental DemandsRequires occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, constant working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, constant sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)Time Type:Full timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:YesPay Class:SalaryFTE %:100Work Shift:DayBenefits Eligibility:Grant Funded:NoJob Posting Date:08/18/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):