In-depth knowledge of hospital functions and various departmental operations.
Familiarity with personnel practices, training methods, and job analysis.
Knowledge of labor market laws, regulations, and ERISA guidelines preferred.
Understanding of state/federal wage and hour laws is required.
Familiarity with Joint Commission and HFAP standards.
Responsibilities
Lead employee relations activities focusing on investigations and conflict resolution.
Collaborate with executive leadership on organizational changes and HR implications.
Enhance onboarding and integration initiatives to boost retention and engagement.
Develop and implement strategies to improve employee retention and culture.
Analyze workforce metrics to identify operational improvements.
Administer employee programs to promote satisfaction and success.
Act as a consultant to hospital leadership on labor relations and compliance issues.
Mentor and develop the local HR team, promoting cross-training initiatives.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art medical facility with a strong focus on community healthcare.
Be part of an award-winning team known for quality and compassionate care.
Access to training and educational programs for personal and professional growth.
Involvement in shaping employee engagement and organizational culture.
Full Job Description
Overview
Director of Human Resources
Location: Garden City Hospital - Garden City, Michigan Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Garden City Hospital is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to provide strategic and operational HR leadership within a fast-paced acute care hospital environment. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive employee relations, labor management, workforce strategy, compliance, and HR operations while developing a strong, visible presence throughout the organization and community.
Responsibilities
Lead employee relations activities including investigations, conflict resolution, grievance management, and disciplinary actions
Partner closely with executive leadership regarding organizational changes, workforce strategy, and HR implications of operational decisions
Drive onboarding, orientation, and employee integration initiatives to improve retention, engagement, and workforce stability
Develop and implement employee retention strategies focused on engagement, culture, employee experience, and workforce development
Analyze workforce metrics including turnover, overtime, FTE utilization, and labor trends to drive operational improvements
Administer employee programs, engagement initiatives, and HR services that support employee satisfaction and organizational success
Serve as a trusted advisor to hospital leadership on labor relations, compliance, workforce planning, and organizational development while leveraging support and partnership from corporate HR resources
Lead, develop, and mentor the local HR team while driving cross-training and building organizational capability
Ensure personnel files, documentation, and HR processes remain compliant and audit-ready, including maintaining HFAP readiness
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
Bachelor's degree required.
Master's degree preferred.
3 Years of related healthcare experience required.
Must be familiar with the hospital organization; functions of various departments; current personnel practices and techniques, including review techniques; training methods; and job analysis.
Familiar with the labor market, laws, wage and hour regulations, and ERISA guidelines preferred.
Knowledge of state and federal wage and hour required.
Familiar with Joint Commission and HFAP standards.
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Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Days
About St Marys Regional Medical Center
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is a 229-bed hospital located in Enid, Oklahoma. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, surgery, and women's health. St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is part of SSM Health, a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving communities across the Midwest. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.
