HR DIRECTOR

NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK•Port Angeles, WA

109d•$99,694 - $129,209•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources leads North Olympic Healthcare Network’s human resource function, combining strategic workforce planning with hands-on operational leadership. The Director translates organizational priorities into practical workforce strategies, policies, and systems; advises the CEO and organizational leaders; oversees the HR team; and supports consistent, compliant, employee-centered HR practices. The role is accountable for talent strategy, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, recruitment, retention, workforce development, and HR operations in support of NOHN’s mission and values. The position oversees workforce strategy and organizational development, employee relations and compliance, and HR operations, talent, compensation, and team management. It partners with the CEO, Compliance Officer, Legal Counsel, leaders, employees, and external HR vendors and partners. The role also leads HR-related preparation for HRSA reviews, audits, and regulatory or accreditation activities, and maintains compliant employment practices and records. The position is based at the Downtown Health Center in Port Angeles, Washington. It is a full-time, exempt role with a stated salary range of $99,694 to $129,209. The work environment is a professional community health center with frequent interaction across multiple locations. Travel between NOHN locations and attendance at meetings or events outside standard business hours may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, organizational development, healthcare administration, or a related field.
At least seven years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including three years in an HR leadership or management role.
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
Sound judgment and discretion.
Strong employee relations, investigation, communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead through change.
Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, reporting, and Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to analyze data and present clear recommendations to executive leadership.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to walk, bend, and lift or carry materials up to approximately 20 pounds.
Ability to travel between NOHN locations and attend meetings or events outside standard business hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Healthcare, community health center, nonprofit, or other regulated-industry experience.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or comparable professional certification.
Bilingual or multilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the HR function and develop annual HR priorities aligned with NOHN’s strategic plan, operational needs, workforce goals, and budget.
Promote a respectful, inclusive, accountable, and mission-driven workplace culture, cross-functional cooperation, continuous improvement, employee well-being, and high performance.
Advise the CEO and organizational leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, employee engagement, retention, and change management.
Provide practical and timely guidance to employees on complex employee matters, assess HR risks, and recommend proactive solutions.
Lead the development and consistent application of performance management, leadership development, coaching, and career development practices.
Use workforce data and key performance indicators to identify trends, assess risks, and recommend actions related to turnover, vacancies, compensation, engagement, and workforce capacity.
Oversee employee relations, workplace investigations, corrective action, conflict resolution, accommodations, leave administration, and other sensitive HR matters.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, Washington State, and local employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour, leave, disability accommodation, equal employment opportunity, benefits, and workplace safety requirements.
Ensure job postings and compensation practices comply with Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, including required wage scale, salary range, and benefits disclosures.
Oversee leave programs in compliance with Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave requirements, including job protection and reinstatement obligations.
Create and maintain HR policies, procedures, forms, and guidance; communicate, consistently apply, periodically review, and update policies.
Partner with the CEO, Compliance Officer, and Legal Counsel as appropriate to manage employment-related risk and respond to claims, audits, complaints, or agency inquiries.
Escalate employee relations matters, complaints, or investigations involving or directly affecting the organization to the Compliance Officer, in addition to any other required notification.
Ensure accurate, secure, and legally compliant personnel records and HR data, and timely completion of required notices and regulatory reports.
Maintain current position descriptions and personnel policy documentation for key management staff consistent with HRSA Health Center Program requirements.
Oversee complete and accurate professional credentialing and privileging files for clinical personnel in support of FTCA deeming requirements, applicable HRSA requirements, and NOHN policies.
Lead HR-related preparation for HRSA reviews, audits, and other regulatory or accreditation activities.
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, position management, compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, HRIS administration, employee records, and separation processes, delegating day-to-day activities appropriately to the HR Manager and HR staff.
Partner with leaders on recruitment and selection practices that support timely hiring, workforce quality, and equitable decision-making.
Lead compensation planning and job evaluation, including market review, salary structure maintenance, internal equity analysis, and pay-practice recommendations.
Oversee employee benefit programs and evaluate their effectiveness, cost, compliance, competitive balance, and employee experience.
Maintain positive relationships with brokers, carriers, consultants, and vendors.
Prepare and manage the HR department budget and monitor employment-related expenses, including recruitment, benefits, workers’ compensation, unemployment, training, and related costs.
Select, supervise, coach, and evaluate HR staff; establish clear roles, service standards, priorities, and accountability.
Ensure HR services are responsive, accessible, culturally sensitive, and consistently supportive of employees and leaders across NOHN locations.
Perform other duties and lead special projects as assigned.