Director Human Resources Kentucky Region

Deaconess Health System•Hopkinsville, KY

About The Position

The Kentucky Region HR Director serves as a strategic business partner to regional leadership, responsible for developing and executing human resources strategies that align with organizational priorities. This role provides executive-level guidance on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and change management to drive performance and support long-term growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in a complex or healthcare environment
Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR initiatives to operational outcomes
Communication: Effectively exchanges information in a clear, respectful, and timely manner to support patient care, collaboration, and organizational success.
Engagement: Demonstrates commitment to the mission, values, and people by fostering connection, collaboration, and a positive environment.
Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes, ensuring commitments are met and standards are upheld.
Learning Agility: Openness to learning new things, adapting to change, and applying lessons learned to improve overall performance.
Innovation: Recognizes opportunities for improvement and contributes to creative, effective solutions that enhance care, processes, and outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive HR strategies that align with the Region’s operational and strategic goals.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing decision-making and driving initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness and outcomes.
Lead large-scale change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication, leader alignment, and seamless organizational transitions.
Leverage workforce analytics and trends to inform strategy, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement and innovation in HR practices.
Incorporate emerging technologies, including AI-driven tools and analytics, into HR strategy to improve decision-making, workforce insights, and operational efficiency.
Champion a consistent, high-quality employee experience across the full lifecycle—from recruitment through retention and career development.
Develop and implement strategies to enhance engagement, well-being, and retention, particularly during periods of organizational change and growth.
Oversee performance management frameworks to ensure alignment between individual contributions and organizational objectives.
Foster a culture that prioritizes open communication, feedback, recognition, and accountability.
Ensure compliance with all applicable state-specific employment laws and regulations, as well as federal requirements, across the Region.
Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Employee Relations to proactively mitigate risk and ensure consistent application of policies and practices.
Monitor changes in state regulations (e.g., wage and hour laws, leave requirements, licensure considerations, and employee relations policies) and lead implementation of necessary process or policy updates.
Provide oversight and guidance on investigations, employee relations matters, and workforce practices to ensure regulatory compliance and organizational consistency.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with leaders, employees, and HR partners across the system.
Act as the primary HR strategic advisor for the Region, providing guidance on complex workforce and employee relations matters.
Partner with system HR centers of excellence (e.g., Talent, Total Rewards, Employee Relations) to ensure alignment and execution of enterprise initiatives.
Represent the organization externally in professional associations and industry forums to maintain awareness of emerging HR trends and best practices.
Engage stakeholders in understanding and responsibly adopting AI capabilities within HR workflows and decision-making processes.