Human Resources Director

Lutz; Nebraska; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Lutz, a growing healthcare organization in Alliance, NE, seeks an experienced Director of Human Resources to guide workforce strategy and culture from the executive suite to the front line.

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and organizational development while building scalable HR practices. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate; this is an in-office role in Alliance, Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, compliance, and workplace investigations.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and influencing organizational strategy.
• Background in benefits, compensation, performance management, and talent development.
• HRIS experience required; ADP experience preferred.
• Healthcare, hospital, or other highly regulated industry experience strongly preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute workforce and talent strategies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations, performance management, organizational development, and change management.
• Lead initiatives focused on employee engagement, retention, leadership effectiveness, and culture.
• Oversee recruiting strategy, hiring processes, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts.
• Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, healthcare regulations, and HR best practices.
• Develop and improve HR systems, policies, processes, and manager resources.
• Lead, coach, and support a small HR team while helping build future HR infrastructure.

Skills

Employee relations

Executive collaboration

HR leadership

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Healthcare industry experience

Tools

HRIS

ADP

Job description

*Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted

*This role is located in Alliance, NE and the client will offer relocation assistance

*Candidate must work in office in Alliance, NE

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR leader who enjoys operating at both the strategic and tactical levels. Our client, a growing healthcare organization is seeking a Director of Human Resources to serve as a key member of the leadership team, helping guide workforce strategy, strengthen organizational culture, and build scalable HR practices that support long-term success.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will have significant visibility across the organization and will partner closely with senior leaders to drive employee engagement, leadership development, talent acquisition, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable in the boardroom and in the day-to-day realities of HR operations when needed.

Relocation support will be offered for the right candidate.

What You'll Do

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute workforce and talent strategies
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations, performance management, organizational development, and change management
• Lead initiatives focused on employee engagement, retention, leadership effectiveness, and culture
• Oversee recruiting strategy, hiring processes, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts
• Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, healthcare regulations, and HR best practices
• Develop and improve HR systems, policies, processes, and manager resources
• Lead, coach, and support a small HR team while helping build future HR infrastructure

What They're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, compliance, and workplace investigations
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and influencing organizational strategy
• Background in benefits, compensation, performance management, and talent development
• HRIS experience required; ADP experience preferred
• Healthcare, hospital, or other highly regulated industry experience strongly preferred
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Direct partnership with the CEO and executive leadership team
• Opportunity to influence culture and organizational direction
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on impact
• Lead and develop an established HR team
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Chance to make a meaningful difference in a community-focused healthcare organization

This position offers the opportunity to become a key leader within a mission-driven organization serving its region with excellence.