Director of Human Resources

Category:  Human Resources

Lead with purpose. Develop people. Strengthen the future of community healthcare.

Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Human Resources Director to strengthen the employee experience, develop leaders, and support our mission of providing premier healthcare.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of HR serves as a key member of the leadership team and a trusted advisor to executives and department leaders. This role leads HR strategy and operations while supporting workforce stability, leadership effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and a positive workplace culture.

The Opportunity

Lead human resources strategies that align with organizational goals and support the people who make quality healthcare possible.

What You'll Lead

Strategic HR Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and leaders on workforce planning, organizational strategy, and HR initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations and workforce decisions.

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and the employee lifecycle.
• Strengthen hiring practices and the employee experience.

Leadership Development

• Coordinate training in hiring, coaching, performance management, safety, and compliance.
• Help leaders navigate workplace challenges and foster accountability, teamwork, and respect.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Advise leaders on employee relations and oversee investigations.
• Represent the organization in labor relations and collective bargaining.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee unemployment and workers' compensation claims.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations

• Oversee compensation, benefits, and market analysis in partnership with Finance and department leaders.
• Manage HR systems, employee records, and process improvement initiatives.

Organizational Engagement

• Participate in key organizational committees and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and responsible stewardship of resources.

Director of Human Resources - Job Description

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Strategic thinking and sound judgment.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• A commitment to leadership development and employee success.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Integrity, discretion, and fiscal responsibility.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• 4 year College degree or equivalent HR work experience.
• Minimum five years of professional or managerial HR generalist experience; healthcare experience highly preferred.
• HR certification highly preferred, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or HRCP.