Director of Human Resources

Wallowacountychamber; Oregon; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallowa Memorial Hospital seeks a strategic, relationship-driven HR Director to strengthen the employee experience, develop leaders, and support our mission of providing premier healthcare. Reporting to the CEO, this role leads HR strategy and operations to promote workforce stability and a positive workplace culture.

The Director will partner with executives on workforce planning, manage recruitment and onboarding, and oversee investigations, compliance, and performance management across the

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of professional or managerial HR generalist experience; healthcare experience highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field or equivalent HR work experience.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or HRCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and operations in alignment with the hospital's mission.
• Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
• Develop leaders through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Advise on employee relations, investigations, and compliance.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and HR processes with Finance partners.
• Engage in organizational governance and confidential, ethical stewardship.

Skills

Strategic HR planning

Employee relations

Leadership development

Communication

Policy guidance

Education

Bachelors in HR or related field

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/HRCP certification

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Lead with purpose. Develop people. Strengthen the future of community healthcare.

Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Human Resources Director to strengthen the employee experience, develop leaders, and support our mission of providing premier healthcare.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of HR serves as a key member of the leadership team and a trusted advisor to executives and department leaders. This role leads HR strategy and operations while supporting workforce stability, leadership effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and a positive workplace culture.

The Opportunity

Lead human resources strategies that align with organizational goals and support the people who make quality healthcare possible.

What You'll Lead

Strategic HR Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and leaders on workforce planning, organizational strategy, and HR initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations and workforce decisions.

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and the employee lifecycle.
• Strengthen hiring practices and the employee experience.

Leadership Development

• Coordinate training in hiring, coaching, performance management, safety, and compliance.
• Help leaders navigate workplace challenges and foster accountability, teamwork, and respect.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Advise leaders on employee relations and oversee investigations.
• Represent the organization in labor relations and collective bargaining.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee unemployment and workers' compensation claims.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations

• Oversee compensation, benefits, and market analysis in partnership with Finance and department leaders.
• Manage HR systems, employee records, and process improvement initiatives.

Organizational Engagement

• Participate in key organizational committees and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and responsible stewardship of resources.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• A commitment to leadership development and employee success.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Integrity, discretion, and fiscal responsibility.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• 4 year College degree or equivalent HR work experience.
• Minimum five years of professional or managerial HR generalist experience; healthcare experience highly preferred.
• HR certification highly preferred, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or HRCP.

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