Executive Director, Human Resources

Mass General Brigham•Somerville, MA

1d•$161,658 - $235,154•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Director, Human Resources, serves as a team leader and senior HR Advisor and thought partner to senior leaders, helping translate business priorities into people strategies that drive organizational performance. This position partners with executive and operational leaders to address the workforce opportunities and challenges that are critical to delivering high-quality, accessible care. This role helps leaders align talent and organizational strategies with department objectives, providing expertise in workforce planning, employee experience, leadership development and capability building, organizational effectiveness, succession planning, change management, and culture. Leveraging workforce data and market insights, the Executive Director leads a team of other HR Advisors and HRBPs to anticipate emerging needs, develops innovative solutions to support growth and transformation, and serves as a trusted advisor on complex people and organizational issues and operates as a consultant and advisor, bringing enterprise perspective, business acumen, and innovative workforce solutions to advance organizational goals. This role will provide leadership and oversight for the Medical Group Team and client support for our Primary Care operations and Population Health teams, partnering with leaders who are reimagining how care is delivered, coordinated, and experienced across diverse communities. The position reports to the SVP, HR, Community, Specialty, Enterprise services.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
8-10+ years of experience in human resources, organizational development or other closely related role
8-10+ years of experience in a leadership role
In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, compliance, and labor regulations.
Strong leadership and team development skills to create a cohesive and high-performing HR department.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with all levels of staff and leadership.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills for aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals.
Proficiency in HR technology, data analysis, and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
Ability to manage change and foster a positive work culture during organizational transitions.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and implements HR strategies and initiatives that align with hospital objectives and support a high-performing work culture.
Leads workforce planning, performance management, and succession planning to meet the departments staffing needs.
Ensures compliance with labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies in all HR activities.
Discusses compensation, benefits, and rewards programs to attract and retain top talent while maintaining fairness.
Assesses need for training and development initiatives to support employee growth and enhance job performance.
Analyzes HR metrics and reports on employee engagement, turnover, and other key performance indicators.
Supervises, coaches, and supports the HR team, fostering a collaborative and service-oriented environment.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards