Director, Human Resources

At Yoakum Community Hospital, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare to our community. Driven by our R.I.S.E. core values, we foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where our staff and leadership thrive together.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources to provide executive leadership across all HR operations, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership and department heads to drive talent acquisition, staff retention, employee relations, compensation, and workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as an executive advisor to leadership and partner with corporate HR to align workforce strategy with organizational goals.
• Direct hospital-wide recruitment, hiring, and onboarding strategies; analyze turnover metrics and exit insights to cultivate strong retention and culture initiatives.
• Guide leadership through complex employee relations, formal grievances, performance management, and legally defensible documentation.
• Oversee job descriptions, pay tables, FLSA classifications, merit programs, and the CHIPP incentive plan; collaborate with the CFO and Corporate HR on benefits and payroll systems.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state labor laws, CIHQ, OSHA, and healthcare accreditation standards; oversee workers' compensation, safety protocols, and third-party FMLA/leave administration.

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or equivalent experience.
• 5 to 7 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably within a hospital or healthcare environment.
• CPHR or SPHR preferred.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, healthcare regulations, and HR best practices; demonstrated executive leadership, strategic problem-solving, and communication skills.

At Yoakum Community Hospital, we believe that taking care of our community starts with taking care of our team. For regular full-time and regular part-time, we employees offer a sophisticated total rewards suite designed to support your health, your family, and your future:

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, plus Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to keep you and your family thriving.
• Financial Security: Build your future with a competitive 401(k) retirement plan featuring a generous company match and employer-sponsored Life and AD&D insurance.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a premier Paid Time Off (PTO) allowance that covers vacations, sick leave, and public holidays, ensuring you have the time you need to recharge.
• Career Advancement: We fuel your professional growth through Tuition Reimbursement and a culture that prioritizes internal promotion and continuous clinical excellence.
• A Culture of Excellence: Join a supportive, inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and your professional development is a top priority.

YCH is a drug free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.