Director of Human Resources

Alaskajobs; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mat-Su Health Foundation in Wasilla, Alaska, seeks a Director of Human Resources to lead benefits, compliance, recruitment, and employee engagement. The role partners with the CAO and drives HR strategy in a lean, high-responsibility environment.

You will manage benefits programs, oversee HRIS and ATS, administer performance reviews, and advance an exceptional employee experience while ensuring regulatory alignment and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Experience as HR generalist or HR department of one preferred
• Expertise in benefits administration, compliance, recruiting, and engagement
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, ATS, and benefits platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to interact with all levels
• HR certifications (PHR/SHRM) preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee benefits administration: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, 401(k).
• Lead employee engagement programs and recognition initiatives.
• Ensure HR compliance with federal/state laws and regulations.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Develop job descriptions with hiring managers and maintain KPI dashboards.
• Provide HR support and data analytics, including reporting and audits.

Skills

Benefits Admin

HR compliance

Recruiting

Employee engagement

HRIS

Employee relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

About the Foundation

Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) is the official business name of Valley Hospital Association, Inc., which shares ownership in Mat-Su Regional Medical Center. In this capacity, the foundation actively participates in the governance of Mat-Su’s community hospital and protects the community’s interest in this important health care asset through board oversight. The MSHF also invests its assets into charitable works that improve the health and wellness of Alaskans living in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough (Mat-Su).

Position Summary

TheDirector ofHuman Resourcesserves as theorganization’s primaryHR professional. Reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this roleis responsibleforoperationalizing and executing the organization’s HR strategy as defined by the CAOand managing the full scope of day-to-day HRservice delivery— including benefits administration, employee engagement, HR compliance, and full-cycle recruitment.

TheDirectorof HRis a hands-on practitioner and trustedexecutionpartner whotranslates strategy into consistent, compliant, and high-quality HRservice delivery.

The ideal candidate is a resourceful, execution-focused professional who thrives in a lean environment,exercises independentjudgement in day-to-day operations within established strategic direction,, and is passionate about deliveringan exceptionalemployee experience.This roleoperateswith a high degree of autonomy in execution while escalating high-risk, sensitive, or strategic decisions to the CAO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Benefits Administration

Own and administer all employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and 401(k).

Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefits questions, claims issues, and carrier escalations.

Execute open enrollmentcyclesin alignment with theestablishedbenefit plan strategy/design which includesemployee communications, carrier coordination, and platform configuration.

Conduct ongoing benefits benchmarking andsurface insights and data to support CAO decision-making.Oversee COBRA administration, qualifying life event processing, and timely enrollment changes.

Manage day-to-day relationships with brokers, carriers, and benefits technology platformsensuring accurate and timely delivery of benefits services.

Employee Engagement

Execute employee engagement programs and initiativesaligned to organizational priorities and cultural expectations.

Administer employee satisfaction and engagement surveys;analyze results andimplement approved improvement actionsand surface insights to the CAO.

Developandmaintainemployee recognition programs, wellness initiatives, and internal communication strategies.

Partner with management to support team-building efforts, employee morale, and retention initiatives alignedto defined cultural priorities.

Manage and facilitate onboarding programs that create an engaging and welcoming experience for new hires.

Serve as the front-line employee advocate by addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and escalatinghigh-risk or sensitive mattersto the CAO asappropriate.

HR Compliance

Execute and maintain organizational compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, ERISA, ACA, etc.).

Maintain and update the employee handbook, HR policies, and standard operating proceduresensuring alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Manage leave of absence programs including FMLA, state-specific leaves, and ADA accommodations.

Oversee I-9 and E-Verify compliance, personnel file maintenance, and records retention practices.

Conduct internal HR audits, proactivelyidentifycompliance risks, andsurfacefindingsandrecommendationsforCAOreview and decision.

Respond to and manage unemployment claims, EEOC charges, and other government agency inquiries, keeping the CAO informed throughout.

Monitor emerging employment law changes and proactively brief the CAO on relevant regulatory developments and their operational impact.

Support compensation analysis and job description development.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Execute the full-cycle recruitment process for all open positions in alignment withapprovedworkforcepriorities, including: job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing,offer, and onboarding.

Develop andmaintainjob descriptionsin partnership with hiring managers and aligned to organizational standards.

Build and maintain a talent pipeline through proactive sourcing strategies, including LinkedIn, job boards, and employee referrals.

Partner with hiring managers to facilitate structured interview processes and ensure consistent, equitable candidate evaluation.

Manage the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Support employer branding initiativesthrough execution of defined messaging and positioning.

HRSupport

Serve as theprimary HR resource for the organization, handling all HR-related inquiries, escalations, and day-to-day HR administration independently.

Manage the HRIS platform, ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, and system optimization.

Administer performance management processes — including goal-setting cycles, review administration, and PIPs —ensuring consistent execution across the organization.

Developand present HR reporting and dashboards thatsupport data-informed, decision-making.

Track benefitsutilizationtrends.

Track andreportkey recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and retention rates to inform workforce planning discussions.

Trackworkforce trends and operational performance covering headcount, turnover,andengagement.Manage vendor relationships including benefits brokers, staffing agencies, background screening providers, and HR technology vendors.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

5+ years of progressive HR experience; experience as an HR generalist or HR department of one strongly preferred.

Demonstrated expertise in benefits administration, HR compliance, recruiting, and employee engagement.

Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulatory requirements.

Proficiency with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, and benefits administration platforms.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certificationpreferred.

Experience managing open enrollment and working with benefits brokers/carriers.

Familiarity with ACA reporting, COBRA administration, and leave management.

Experience in a small-to-mid-sized organization where adaptability and resourcefulness are essential.

Competencies

Sets and holds oneself and others to stated expectations by aligning their work withMSHFmission, values, and goals.

Thrives in a lean environment; finds creative solutions with limited resources.and opportunities are ensured, and everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Ensures accuracy in compliance, benefits, and data management.

Champions a people-first culture with empathy and professionalism.

Handles sensitive information with the highest degree of discretion.

Manages multiple priorities independently without sacrificing quality.

Executes HRservice deliveryin alignment with defined HRstrategyand organizational priorities.

Communicates clearly and confidently with employees, leadership, and vendors.

Proactively identifies HR challenges and develops practical, compliant solutions.

Work environment:Employee will be working in a typical office environment with offices, moderate temperature, and equipment noise.

Physical demands:

The physical demands of this office-based position primarily include prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or workstatio