Director Human Resources

About the role

Mountain West Medical Center is nestled at the base of the Oquirrh Mountains in Tooele, Utah. This award-winning healthcare facility and clinics have expert staff serving the largest county in Utah. The organization diligently pursues its mission to be the health resource of choice for the community and provides a place where doctors want to practice, people want to work, and the community wants to come for healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the Senior Management team and report directly to the CEO.
• Partner with the leadership team to define, develop, and implement human resources initiatives.
• Manage all areas of Human Resources including employee relations, coaching and leadership for performance management, talent acquisition and assessment, compensation management, and policy and procedures.
• Use creativity, sound judgement, and experience to manage and resolve employee issues, manager concerns, and organizational needs.
• Perform hands‑on HR administration and maintain responsibility for the entire HR function under the guidance of the CEO and Corporate HR.
• Lead the activities of Human Resources in the hospital including defining expectations, training and managing performance.
• Develop and implement effective retention and succession planning programs, utilizing metrics and analysis.
• Serve as a liaison with the hospital leadership team, communicating and leading HR strategic initiatives, analysis, and recommendations.
• Maintain consistent administration and application of HR policies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, Joint Commission and CMS regulations.
• Drive employee engagement through positive communication and interactions, strong leadership of campus activities and events that support and enhance the established high‑performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience required (preference given for healthcare industry experience).
• 3+ years of experience in a Human Resources leadership role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.