Description

Position Summary:
This Human Resources Director is responsible for the overall management and strategic leadership for Human Resources (HR) Management and Volunteer Services at Barrett Hospital & HealthCare (BHH).  The director position serves as a source of advice and assistance on HR matters at all levels in the organization, including advice on HR implications of planned changes in management policy or programs, effects on the organization of economic/market trends, and change in labor law.  The position assures the Mission, Vision and Values of BHH are represented in all decisions for the delivery of services.  The director position serves as an advisor of the Leadership Team and shares accountability for overall facility results.  

Responsibilities:

• Ensures effective employee relations services driven by the Mission, Vision and Values of Barrett Hospital & HealthCare, focused on employee avocation of fair and consistent application of policy.  
• Serves as a role model of Mission, Vision and Values.
• Provides leadership oversight for Human Resources and Volunteer programs.
• Determines the qualifications and competence of staff, identifies staff learning needs, promote employee development and advancement to meet individual and hospital needs.
• Recognizes disciplinary problems and counsel on fair and consistent appropriate corrective action according to policy. Ensures timely documentation and issue follow up occur.  
• Proactively informs hospital administration of pertinent employee relations issues, along with a recommendation for change to resolve the issue.
• Supports continuous improvement in Human Resources Information systems providing user friendly support to all employees and managers.
• Directs the formulation, implementation, and continual review of HR policies and procedures.  Clarifies and ensures, fair and consistent, adherence to hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Provides annual analysis and reporting of compensation activities in an effort to proactively resolve outstanding issues in a systematic manner.
• Responsible for positive communication, automation and maintenance of Human Resources, cost effective employee benefits.
  Responsible to insure employee performance evaluations are completed timely through effective policy development and enforcement. 
• Oversight of Provider recruitment.
• Provide a full range of employment services specifically focused on timely and effective processing of qualified employees within a professional image of recruitment and retention.  
• Participates in any union negotiations and advises the Leadership Team on the terms and agreements being discussed. Conveys messages and terms back to union leadership in a professional manner. Coordinates and monitors the progress of those union negotiations. 
• Demonstrates well developed customer service to all employees: displaying a professional image of Barrett Hospital & HealthCare.
• Serves as the Hospital’s Safety Officer overseeing workplace safety programs. Responsibilities include safety program and policy development, implementation and management; as well as training, incident/accident investigation and reporting, worker’s compensation, records management, facility inspection and OSHA liaison. Serves as Safety Committee Chair.

Facility Information:
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare provides the people of southwestern Montana with quality healthcare services. Recognized as a leader in rural health facilities, we have been named as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital for 14 years and a Top 20 CAH 7 times from among over 1300 critical access hospitals across the nation. We continually strive for clinical excellence, with patient safety our top priority. Barrett Hospital & Healthcare is an 18-bed facility with an impressive array of technology, ancillary services and a thriving physician clinic with regional respect for quality expertise.

About our Community:
Located in Dillon, Montana, our community is renowned for scenic outdoor experiences, including cross-country, downhill and backcountry skiing, blue ribbon fly-fishing, world class hunting, and extensive hiking and biking opportunities. Nestled in the northern Rocky Mountains, the City of Dillon is home to an excellent school system and is home to the University of Montana Western campus. We invite you to join our team and enjoy an adventurous Montana lifestyle! 

Full- Time Benefits:
403(b) with Employer match 
PTO/Sick Leave 
Health insurance 
Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account 
Dental insurance 
Vision insurance 
Employee Assistance Program 
Life insurance 
Offering a variety of optional health and well-being plans 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree  required, Master's Degree Preferred.  
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR , or CHHR credential(s) preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of HR Leadership experience required, preferably in acute care hospital setting; 1-3 years Supervisory experience required.