Director of People Services | Hospital/Healthcare

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of People Services to lead all Human Resources functions and serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team. This leader will shape workforce culture, drive employee engagement, oversee HR operations, and support more than 200 employees in a high‑impact, community‑focused healthcare environment.

This is a key leadership role for an HR professional who thrives in a hands‑on, relationship‑driven setting and wants to make a meaningful impact in rural healthcare.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | Relocation Assistance: Limited

Travel: Up to 20%

Requirements:

• Lead and mentor one HR team member.
• Manage HR budgets, audits, compliance, and reporting.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing workplace culture.
• Lead or support union negotiations and maintain positive labor relations.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and talent development initiatives.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends and recommend proactive solutions.
• Lead all People Services/HR operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and C‑Suite on workforce planning, culture, and organizational development.
• Oversee employee relations, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning for all hospital departments.

Qualifications/Must-Haves:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong employee relations background.
• 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.

Preferred Skills:

• HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP/SCP)
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment.
• Experience working with unions or labor relations.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance
• Tuition assistance, certification support, and loan assistance
• Paid time off, paid family leave, and retirement plan with company match
• Wellness programs, mental health resources, and gym membership options