Director of Human Resources

About the Position:

The position will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization's mission. The Director of HR serves as a member of the management team and partners with facility leadership to translate HR strategy into actionable plans for the execution of programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. 

The Director of HR is an expert in the field, with the broad capability to consult on all areas of HR programs including but not limited to: compensation, benefits, and leave; organizational development; employee relations, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigation; staffing, talent acquisition, performance, and management; productivity, recognition and morale; employee health and safety; and training and development.

Responsible to provide for the safety and quality of care, treatment, and services of all patients by working with other leaders to review and approve policies and procedures, solve problems, manage conflict, maintain ethical standards, and ensure practices that promote a just culture.

Education and Experience

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.


• At least five years of experience in Human Resources or a related field.


• Skills in: Needs assessment, program development, training, labor relations, wage and benefit analysis and development, communications, program evaluation and planning.

Preferred: 

• Master degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field. 


• At least five years of human resource management experience in a medical field.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Society for Human Resource Management-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or 

Society for Human Resource Management -Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) 

What we offer:

At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another. 

Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. 

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

About us:

Riverwood Healthcare Center is a 25-bed Critical Access hospital with three full-service clinics in Aitkin, McGregor, and Garrison. Riverwood has recently expanded its footprint in Aitkin with a state-of-the-art surgical center.

Just two hours from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, this is an opportunity to live and work where others play in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods and beautiful lakes country. Enjoy access to an abundance of natural wonders, including lakes, rivers and streams, state parks, wildlife refuges, and ATV and bike trails for all your outdoor recreational activities.