Human Resources Director

Location: Olympia Fields, IL

Job Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: Full-Time, DaysWe are working with a healthcare organization seeking an experienced HR Director to lead human resources operations and serve as a strategic partner to organizational leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional with a strong healthcare background who is comfortable navigating employee relations, workforce policies, organizational changes, and a complex healthcare environment.

Responsibilities: Lead and oversee human resources programs and initiatives supporting employees across the organization. Partner with executive leadership on employee relations, workforce planning, organizational changes, and HR strategy. Oversee recruitment, employee development, training, promotions, and other talent-related initiatives. Provide guidance and support related to employee relations, workplace concerns, disputes, and grievances. Recommend appropriate disciplinary actions and ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures. Support organizational leadership with the people-related implications of policies, programs, and organizational changes. Analyze job responsibilities and support job classification and evaluation initiatives. Develop and maintain effective personnel policies, procedures, and documentation. Stay current on employment laws, wage and hour regulations, and other applicable HR requirements. Partner with leadership and department managers to address workforce needs and employee concerns. Support employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives. Provide HR guidance to leaders across various departments and functions.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.3+ years of healthcare HR experience required. Previous HR leadership or Director-level experience strongly preferred. Healthcare/hospital HR experience required. Union experience required. Strong knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, and workforce policies. Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour regulations. Familiarity with healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards. Strong understanding of employment practices and HR compliance. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, managers, and employees at all levels. Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive employee matters. Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term initiatives with day-to-day HR needs.