Human Resources Director

Northeast-Georgia-Health-System; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic leadership for the HRBP and Employee Relations functions across multiple entities. You will lead a team, translate business objectives into people strategies, influence leaders across the organization, and ensure compliant, employee-centric solutions.

The role requires strong expertise in employee relations, performance coaching, workforce analytics, and organizational effectiveness within a healthcare

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience; 5+ years as HRBP/Employee Relations.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing HR professionals.
• Preferred SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CCP.
• Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Development, or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR Business Partners and Employee Relations Specialists.
• Provide strategic consultation to leaders on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, succession planning, and talent management.
• Oversee complex employee relations matters, investigations, policy interpretation, and high-risk cases.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, and organizational leaders on sensitive workforce issues.
• Drive organizational effectiveness through collaboration with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and Learning teams.
• Analyze workforce trends and prepare reports for executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Data analytics

HR policy

Change management

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Healthcare Admin

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category:Executive LeadershipWork Shift/Schedule:8 Hr Morning - AfternoonNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.About the Role:Job SummaryThe Director, Human Resources - Entity provides strategic and operational leadership for the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) and Employee Relations functions based on the entity they are supporting (i.e. North, Gainesville, South, Corporate/Ambulatory). This position leads a team of HR professionals responsible for partnering with leaders across the organization to develop workforce solutions, enhance employee engagement, manage employee relations concerns, support organizational effectiveness, and ensure consistent application of employment policies and practices.The Director serves as a trusted advisor to operational leaders, helping translate business objectives into people strategies that drive organizational performance. This role oversees complex employee relations matters, supports talent and workforce planning initiatives, and develops strategic partnerships across Human Resources, operational departments, and executive leadership to foster a positive, productive, and compliant work environment.The Director ensures HR Business Partners and Employee Relations Specialists provide proactive consultation, leadership coaching, employee support, and workforce guidance that aligns with organizational values, culture, and strategic priorities.Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications:Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.Minimum Experience: Seven (7) years of progressive Human Resources experience. Five (5) years of experience as an HR Business Partner, Employee Relations professional, or comparable strategic HR role. Three (3) years of leadership experience managing HR professionalsOther:Preferred Job QualificationsPreferred Licensure or other certifications: SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CCP. Healthcare Human Resources certificationPreferred Educational Requirements: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.Preferred Experience: Experience supporting complex organizational structures and multiple business units. Healthcare Human Resources experience strongly preferred.Other:Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesStrong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, and HR best practices.Expertise in performance management, leadership coaching, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.Ability to influence and build relationships across all organizational levels.Excellent conflict resolution, mediation, and consultation skills.Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities.Demonstrated leadership and team development capabilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.Skilled in workforce analytics and translating data into actionable recommendations.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Workday HR systems.Essential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesHR Business Partner LeadershipLead, mentor, and develop a team of HR Business Partners and Employee Relations Specialists.Establish service delivery expectations and ensure consistent HR support across assigned client groups.Provide strategic consultation to leaders on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, succession planning, and talent management.Ensure HR Business Partners function as trusted advisors to operational leaders.Promote proactive problem-solving and partnership between HR and operational leadership.Employee Relations OversightProvide leadership and guidance for complex employee relations matters, including performance concerns, investigations, workplace conflict, corrective action, policy interpretation, and employee complaints.Review high-risk employee relations cases and recommend appropriate resolutions.Partner with Legal, Compliance, and organizational leaders on sensitive workforce issues.Ensure consistent and equitable application of policies and employment practices across the organization.Monitor employee relations trends and develop recommendations to reduce risk and improve workplace climate.Leadership ConsultationServe as a strategic advisor to directors, managers, and senior leaders regarding workforce and employee matters.Coach leaders on employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, performance management, team dynamics, and conflict resolution.Assist leaders in developing action plans that improve team performance and workforce outcomes.Support organizational change initiatives and workforce transitions.Organizational EffectivenessPartner with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Organizational Development, and Learning teams to align workforce strategies.Support organizational restructuring, workforce planning, and position management initiatives.Participate in leadership talent reviews and succession planning discussions.Drive initiatives that strengthen employee retention, leadership effectiveness, and workforce stability.Employee Engagement & CultureSupport organizational efforts to enhance employee engagement and retention.Utilize survey results, turnover data, and workforce analytics to identify opportunities for improvement.Partner with leaders to develop engagement action plans and monitor outcomes.Champion initiatives that reinforce organizational values and culture.Operational ExcellenceDevelop departmental goals, objectives, and performance metrics.Monitor HRBP and Employee Relations workload distribution and resource allocation.Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased operational efficiency.Maintain compliance with federal, state, and organizational employment requirements.Data Analytics & ReportingAnalyze workforce trends related to turnover, retention, employee relations activity, engagement, and talent movement.Prepare reports and presentations for executive and operational leadership.Utilize data to identify organizational risks and recommend strategic workforce solutions.Physical DemandsWeight Lifted: Up to 20lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of timeWeight Carried: Up to 20lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of timeVision: Moderate, Constantly 66-100% of timeKneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% of timeStanding/Walking: Occasionally 0-30% of timePushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% of timeIntensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of timeJob Requires: Reading, Writing Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, DrivingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.NGHS: Opportunities start here.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.