Director Human Resources HH-TOC

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Longwood (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital Health System seeks a Director of Human Resources for HH-TOC, the Orthopaedic Center, to lead employment, retention, onboarding, and policy development across the organization. The role focuses on employee advocacy, regulatory compliance, and strategic HR initiatives within a patient‑focused orthopedic setting.

The position requires a Bachelor's in HR (Master's preferred), 5–7 years of HR management experience (healthcare preferred), and SHRM credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field required.
• Master's degree in human resources or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive management experience in HR required.
• Experience in HR management in healthcare setting preferred.
• SHRM-CP/PHR or SHRM-SCP/SPHR certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs strategic planning for departments under direct supervision.
• Manages the HR department within budget and aligned with goals.
• Oversees employment, employee relations and retention, talent acquisition and onboarding, and HR training.
• Ensures compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and relevant regulations.
• Leads performance and compensation review processes and staff development.

Skills

Talent management

Employee relations

HR policy

Communication

Strategic planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Master's degree in HR

Job description

Overview

The Director of Human Resources for HH-TOC, the Orthopaedic Center, directs, plans, develops, implements, and oversees all Human Resources programs to include employment, employee relations and retention, talent acquisition and on-boarding, record management, and HR specific training and career development programs. The HR Director should be an employee advocate, identifying ways to increase staff morale and satisfaction. Advises leadership in policy and on program matters, making or recommending appropriate decisions. Originates human resource practices and policies to provide a balanced program through HH The Orthopaedic Center departments and locations. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including The Joint Commission. Manage and supervise the HR Department, build upon current strengths of the department. Lead senior leadership in developing human resource strategies.

Responsibilities

• Directs the strategic planning process for departments under direct supervision.
• Operates within budget for the department.
• Maintains current knowledge of TJC standards and assists department with meeting those
• requirements.
• Oversees employment, employee relations and retention, talent acquisition and on-boarding,
• record management, and HR specific training and career development programs.
• Continuously evaluates department process to improve quality of service.
• Oversees the current department standards and procedures.
• Responds to physicians, administration, and other departments on matters concerning
• departments under direct supervision.
• Enforces health system/department policies and procedures.
• Selects, hires, orients, counsels, evaluate HR staff as needed.
• Maintains appropriate staffing levels in order to accommodate department and health system
• management and employee needs.
• Manages Workers Compensation process and alternate duty placements.
• Member of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee and Employee Recognition Committee.
• Investigate, manage, and resolve employee relation issues.
• Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• and regulations, including but not limited to FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO.
• Partner with legal counsel as needed on complex employee matters.
• Lead the annual performance and compensation review process.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field required. Master's degree in human resources or related field preferred.
• Experience: 5 - 7 years of progressive management experience in Human Resources required. Education and other HR experience may substitute for Management experience. Experience in HR management in healthcare setting preferred.
• Expanded Experties: Ability to collaborate directly with physicians and other professionals on their human resources needs. Excellent organization and time management skills. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize meeting frequent deadlines. Exhibit diplomacy and foster teamwork. Must be able to build collaborative relationships. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Certifications: Professional certification in a Human Resources related field preferred. SHRM-CP / PHR or SHRM-SCP/SPHR

About Us

AtThe Orthopaedic Center, we are proud to be the region's leading orthopaedic group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. As our team continues to grow, we are seeking motivated professionals who are passionate about excellence, collaboration, and making a difference in the lives of our patients. Join our dynamic and expanding organization and become part of a team committed to outstanding orthopaedic care.