Director of Human Resources & Education

Director of Human Resources & Education

Job Summary

The Director of Human Resources leads the HR function at Northfield Hospital + Clinics (NH+C), a community-owned health system committed to exceptional care and a strong organizational culture. This is a working director role - one that requires both strategic leadership and hands-on delivery.

The Director oversees a team spanning HR generalists, talent acquisition, learning and development, HR analytics, and payroll operations. The Director brings both business acumen and HR expertise to the role - understanding the financial, operational, and cultural dynamics that drive a healthcare organization - and translate that understanding into strong partnerships with clinical leadership, administrative directors, and the executive team. They are responsible for a clear and consistent HR service model that drives partnership while connecting leaders and employees across the organization to the right expertise at the right time.

The ideal candidate is a visible, credible, and decisive leader who builds trust by showing up, following through, and partnering with leaders and employees while delivering practical guidance in a complex environment.

Compensation

We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The wage range for this position is $116,875.00-$164,985.00 annually. This range reflects the base salary for this position.

Key Accountabilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership Team and frontline leaders; design and implement a clear HR service delivery model that connects leaders and employees to the right expertise at the right time

Build visible, proactive relationships across clinical and administrative areas; partner with clinical and medical staff leadership, navigating the distinct dynamics of a healthcare environment with credibility

Represent HR to the Board of Directors on executive compensation matters

Directly manage and develop the HR team - setting clear expectations, providing consistent coaching and mentoring, and supporting each team member's growth as NH+C evolves

Oversee and evolve NH+C's compensation and benefits programs, ensuring pay practices are competitive, equitable, and clearly understood; partner with the CFO and finance team on planning, merit cycles, and budget alignment

Ensure compliance with federal and Minnesota state employment law, including ESST, PFML, ADA, FMLA, and FLSA; oversee the workers' compensation program and evaluate LOA administration for capacity and risk

Lead employee relations investigations and support fair and compliant performance management and consequence processes

Lead workforce planning in partnership with Executive Leadership Team and department directors; oversee the talent acquisition function and build retention strategies grounded in turnover data and manager feedback

Oversee payroll operations for a complex, multi-schedule workforce; maintain working HRIS proficiency and evaluate the HR technology suite for efficiency and data integrity improvements

Oversee the L&D function; align leadership development and management capability priorities to NH+C's strategic goals and identify organizational development needs in partnership with leadership

Manage the HR department budget, vendor relationships, and HR metrics reporting to support data-driven decision-making across the organization

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field

5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role

Demonstrated experience building trust and partnership with senior leaders in a complex organization

Working knowledge of federal and Minnesota state employment law

HRIS proficiency - able to run reports, maintain data integrity, and navigate systems independently

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree or SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR

Healthcare, clinical, or regulated industry experience

Experience with complex payroll environments (multi-schedule, multi-classification)

Familiarity with public pension systems, including PERA

Experience with compensation architecture, pay band design, and market benchmarking

Exposure to executive compensation and board-level reporting

Experience leading HR through organizational growth or workforce integration

Schedule

80 hours per 2-week pay period

Primarily Monday-Friday, core business hours

Benefits

Eligible for Management Incentive Plan (MIP) bonus

Paid Time Off accrued starting on first paycheck

Medical, Dental, and Vision (discount plan) coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

Pension Plan ( PERA ) with 7.5% employer match

Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility - PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles

Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education

Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 800 employees. We re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We re proud to be named to Becker s 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon-along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield, Lakeville, and Farmington. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.

*This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.