People Services Director or Human Resources Director in Kennewick, WA - Full Time Role

GD Resources•Kennewick, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The People Services Director / Human Resources Director leads and directs all HR and People Services functions to achieve departmental and organizational objectives. This role oversees staffing, employee development, compliance, and organizational effectiveness while fostering a professional and collaborative work environment.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field required.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and make independent judgments.
Skilled in HR systems, Microsoft 365 tools, and HR reporting/analytics.

Nice To Haves

Labor relations and collective bargaining negotiation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental goals, plans, and standards aligned with organizational objectives.
Direct HR operations including staffing, onboarding, performance management, disciplinary actions, and professional development.
Prepare, monitor, and manage departmental budgets to ensure operations align with allocated resources.
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and coordinate internal/external audits.
Foster a culture of professional growth, engagement, and accountability.
Oversee departmental policies, procedures, and documentation to maintain operational efficiency.
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to HR staff.
Manage staff including planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating work.
Hire, terminate, train, and develop team members; administer corrective actions as needed.
Ensure quality standards and departmental goals are met.