Strategic HR Director – Talent, Retention & Growth

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Director of Human Resources to oversee strategic direction, planning, administration and coordination of HR functions across the institution's three mission areas. The role requires collaboration, consensus-building, and alignment with organizational goals.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in business or related field with seven years in HR leadership roles, plus experience in talent management, compensation, benefits, and HR compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field and seven (7) years of experience leading human resources functions with a clear record of advancement.

Responsibilities

• Improve morale and employee retention
• Oversee recruitment efforts to ensure sourcing and selecting the right candidates
• Design and implement a competitive compensation system and benefits package
• Mitigate legal risk through proactive training and education, clear systems for managing conflicts and investigations
• Plan and execute HR functions strategically across compensation, benefits, performance management, training and development, employee communications and relations
• Lead efforts to advance recruitment and retention of a diverse, talented workforce
• Collaborate with the CHRO and other HR leaders to provide strategic consultation on HR issues
• Develop and implement HR policies
• Manage HR operations including recruiting, orientation, training, coaching and counseling
• Lead performance management processes to ensure effective feedback and coaching

Skills

HR leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Presentation skills

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Director of Human Resources to oversee strategic direction, planning, administration and coordination of HR functions across the institution's three mission areas. The role requires collaboration, consensus-building, and alignment with organizational goals.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in business or related field with seven years in HR leadership roles, plus experience in talent management, compensation, benefits, and HR compliance.