Human Resources Director

Rural Staffing Services • Colfax, WA

4d • $110,000 - $145,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Whitman Hospital & Medical Clinics, a rural healthcare organization and critical access hospital in Colfax, Washington, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Human Resources Director. The role supports the hospital’s employees, strengthens organizational culture, and guides workforce initiatives that contribute to the organization’s success. The Director works collaboratively with executive leadership, department managers, and employees to foster a supportive, valued, and empowering workplace.

This position provides strategic leadership and oversight of human resources operations, including workforce planning, employee engagement, recruitment, retention, talent development, employee relations, performance management, and HR policies and procedures. The Director also supports compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and healthcare requirements, and advises department leaders on employee matters and organizational development. The role is based in Colfax, Washington, and offers an annual salary of $110,000–$145,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least five years of human resources leadership experience.
• At least three years of healthcare experience.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
• Strong knowledge of employment regulations, employee relations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with organizational leadership and employees at every level.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in rural healthcare or a critical access hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of human resources operations.
• Partner with executive leadership on organizational goals, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and talent development initiatives.
• Support a positive workplace culture built on trust, accountability, and collaboration.
• Oversee employee relations, performance management, and HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and healthcare requirements.
• Advise and support department leaders on employee matters and organizational development.
• Identify opportunities to improve employee satisfaction, workforce stability, and long-term retention.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Medical insurance coverage beginning on the first day of employment.
• No employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Opportunity to contribute to a healthcare organization making a meaningful difference in its community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director