Strategic HR Director - Healthcare & Tribal Programs

Rocky Boy Health Center; Box Elder (MT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Boy Health Center seeks an experienced Human Resources Director to lead HR operations, recruitment, compensation, and employee relations across the organization. You will partner with leadership to ensure lawful, equitable, and efficient HR services aligned with RBHC’s mission in the Rocky Boy community.

The role requires strategic oversight, policy administration, and a focus on workforce development, engagement, and continuous improvement in HR processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR management, business, public administration, organizational leadership, healthcare administration, or related field.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification, or ability to obtain within six months.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible HR experience, including 3+ years in leadership/management.
• Knowledge of tribal employment laws, tribal preferences, and tribal governance considerations.
• Experience interpreting personnel policies and resolving employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily HR operations and staff; implement policies.
• Lead non-provider recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Provide guidance on personnel matters, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, leave programs, and personnel actions.
• Administer employee evaluations and support supervisory development.
• Develop and maintain personnel policies; ensure legal and organizational compliance.
• Oversee HRIS, personnel records, reporting, and process improvements.
• Advise leadership on workforce matters and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

HRIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SHRM-CP/PHR (or willingness to obtain within 6 months)

Job description

Rocky Boy Health Center seeks an experienced Human Resources Director to lead HR operations, recruitment, compensation, and employee relations across the organization. You will partner with leadership to ensure lawful, equitable, and efficient HR services aligned with RBHC’s mission in the Rocky Boy community.

The role requires strategic oversight, policy administration, and a focus on workforce development, engagement, and continuous improvement in HR processes.