Human Resources Director

Description

• Location: All Sites, primarily at Montezuma Creek, Utah
• Full-time Benefits include: PTO leave, Vacation hours, Holiday pay, full medical insurance, Life insurance, 5% of gross to a 403b retirement account. Wellness benefits. Optional coverage for dental, short/long term disability.

Requirements

• Lead and manage the Human Resources department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with tribal, state, and federal employment regulations.
• Develop and implement HR strategies and policies that foster a healthy, inclusive, and productive work environment.
• Collaborate with leadership related to recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to attract and retain talent.
• Partner with executive leadership on organizational development, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues, performance management, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with employment law, labor standards, and healthcare regulations relevant to a tribal healthcare setting.
• Administer compensation, benefits, and wellness programs in a manner that supports employee well-being and organizational sustainability.
• Mentor and develop HR staff to foster continuous learning and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission Human Resources Elements of Performance and CMS regulatory requirements by leading policy development, documentation practices, and survey readiness efforts in collaboration with clinical and administrative leadership.
• Lead the privileging process with the Chief Medical Officer and administrative support staff.
• Ability to provide innovative

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field (required).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, including at least 5 years in a leadership or director-level role, preferably leadership in a similar healthcare facility.
• Demonstrated expertise in tribal, state, and federal employment regulations and with Human Resource practices.
• Experience 5 years working with one of the following: tribal organizations, healthcare settings, or rural/non-profit environments (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse teams and cultures.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proven track record in strategic planning, conflict resolution, and leadership development.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification (preferred).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact in Native communities
• Supportive and mission-driven organizational culture
• Professional development and training opportunities

In accordance with Navajo Nation and federal law, UNHS has implemented an Affirmative Actin Plan pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. 

The NPEA has the following preferences: 

1) Enrolled Navajo (must have a CIB). 

2) Applicant married to an enrolled Navajo and who has lived on the NN for more than a year. 

3) Everyone else (all other tribes and non-Indians). 

• MMR (Measles Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella): Documentation of two MMR vaccines (OR) Documentation of MMR titers.
• Complete Hepatitis B vaccine series (3 doses), documented proof of titers indicating immunity, or a declination that may be signed upon arrival.
• Proof of up-to-date PPD skin testing, if previously negative (OR) Proof of positive PPD skin test with the most recent chest x-ray and treatment history.
• Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap).
• Varicella titers, history of varicella or varicella immunization series.
• Influenza vaccine for the current year.
• Any other vaccinations as requested.