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.
Our Mission, Vision & Values
At Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics, we value compassion, respect and integrity in all that we do. As a member of our team, you can expect a fulfilling career alongside like-minded professionals who are dedicated to delivering premier care to the residents of Wallowa County.
We treat every employee like a valued member of the family and offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized, world-class healthcare facility. Wallowa Memorial has been named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation and honored as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare for 5 consecutive years.
Our mission is to provide premier healthcare. Our vision is to be a recognized leader in mission focus, quality care, and fiscal strength.
We are guided by six core values:
- Compassion — Show genuine concern for others.
- Respect — Treat people with dignity.
- Integrity — Act responsibly and ethically.
- Quality — Strive for excellence.
- Stewardship — Use resources responsibly.
- Family — Foster teamwork and a supportive environment.
Why This Role Matters
The Director of HR helps build strong teams, develop effective leaders, and create the conditions for employees to do their best work in service to our community.
If you value strategic partnership, leadership development, and meaningful community impact, we invite you to join Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics.
Bring your expertise. Lead with integrity. Help support the people who make premier healthcare possible.
EEOC/ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:
Wallowa County Health Care District is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background and drug screenings. Please note that we adhere to federal guidelines regarding prohibited substances, including those that may be legal under state law.
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.
Paper applications may be obtained at Wallowa Memorial Hospital.
Please email Crystal, Lead HR Generalist crystal.jaeger@wchcd.org for any further inquiries.