Employment Opportunities

General Description

Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations for a 400+ employee, two-location healthcare system. 
• Supervise and support Human Resources staff, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
• Develop and implement HR strategies, programs, and initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage the annual HR department operating plan and budget.
• Maintain and optimize the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and reporting integrity.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and tribal employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain working knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards, including AAAHC requirements.
• Maintain HR policies and procedures in accordance with ASTHS standards, clinical policies, and Performance Improvement requirements.
• Interpret and communicate regulatory and clinical policy requirements to staff and leadership.
• Assist with internal and external audits in collaboration with Tribal HR and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention strategies.
• Ensure completion of pre-employment processes, including background checks, reference checks, and drug screenings.
• Provide guidance to managers on staffing plans, workforce needs and department structure.
• Oversee employee orientation and ongoing training programs.
• Serve as a resource to managers and employees on personnel matters, policies, and conflict resolution.
• Assist supervisors in administering disciplinary actions and terminations in compliance with policy and law.
• Promote a positive workplace culture and ensure fair and consistent application of policies.
• Support leadership development and performance management processes.
• Maintain and administer the organization’s wage and compensation structure.
• Collaborate with Tribal HR to review and communicate benefit plans and annual changes.
• Provide employees with information regarding compensation, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.
• Work closely with Tribal HR on unemployment claims and responses to the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.
• Consult with legal counsel and Health Board as directed by the Executive Director.
• Partner with department leaders to address operational and personnel needs.
• Maintain professional certifications (e.g., NNAHRA, THRP, SHRM) relevant to the position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or healthcare-related field required.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive HR Management experience required. 
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in a Native American Tribal Health Clinic preferred.
• Experience supporting healthcare accreditation processes strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and healthcare regulatory standards.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence and sensitivity in a tribal environment.

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and benefits administration.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations and policies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple systems and databases effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, board members, and government officials.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
• Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity
• Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
• Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)