Human Resources Director

Position: Human Resources Director |
Location: Chicago, IL |
Company: St. Bernard Hospital and Health Care Center

Healthcare | Union Environment | Mission-Driven Organization

This is a high-impact opportunity for a senior HR leader who thrives in both strategic and hands‑on work. As Director of Human Resources, you will shape workforce strategy, guide leaders, and ensure strong labor relations, compliance, and talent practices in a complex healthcare environment. This role offers visibility, influence, and the chance to directly support the hospital’s mission through thoughtful, people‑centered leadership.

The Human Resources Director provides comprehensive HR leadership and services to hospital departments, administrative leadership, and executive staff. This role oversees talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, labor relations, compliance, and HR operations to support the hospital’s mission and regulatory obligations. The Director directly supervises Human Resources staff and is responsible for their performance, development, and day‑to‑day operations.

• Lead and develop the HR team; oversee recruitment, engagement, training, and leadership programs
• Serve as primary liaison with bargaining units and lead collective bargaining negotiations
• Coordinate grievance processes and advise leadership on employee relations and disciplinary actions
• Support retention through transparent performance evaluation and compensation programs

• Oversee recruitment processes to ensure compliance with FTE budgets, hospital policies, and EEO standards
• Ensure all recruitment documentation is maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Partner with leadership to maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Manage ATS and HRIS systems

• Oversee competitive, cost‑effective compensation and benefits programs
• Serve as benefits administrator for health, dental, life, disability, and retirement plans
• Collaborate on merit pay programs
• Monitor unemployment (IDES) and workers’ compensation claims

• Ensure compliance with City of Chicago, State, and Federal labor laws; serve as EEO specialist
• Maintain current knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, and other regulatory standards
• Oversee maintenance of employee files, including performance evaluations, licenses, certifications, training, and professional development records
• Ensure HRIS is accurately maintained and effectively supports HR functions
• Develop and implement HR policies and provide management training
• Oversee employee record‑keeping in compliance with law and hospital policy

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience with 5+ years of HR supervisory experience
• 2+ years of HRIS experience

• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• PHR or SPHR certification
• 5+ years of HR experience in a healthcare or similarly regulated setting

• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong presentation skills
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and exercise independent judgment
• Calm, professional demeanor during high‑pressure or emergency situations
• Strong organizational skills and objective reasoning
• Commitment to confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and ethical practice
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Regular attendance and participation in required trainings and safety programs

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000
• Benefits: St. Bernard Hospital and Health Care Center offers medical benefits, voluntary dental, voluntary vision, and a 403(b) Retirement Savings plan.

St. Bernard Hospital is a historic safety‑net hospital on Chicago’s South Side, committed for more than 120 years to providing accessible, high‑quality, compassionate care, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. Guided by our values of Compassion, Respect, Stewardship, and Exceptional Care, we serve as a trusted provider, employer, and community partner.