Hillsboro Medical Center · 1 day ago
Chief Human Resources Officer
Hillsboro, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expHillsboro Medical Center is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer to provide enterprise-wide leadership and strategic direction for people, culture, communications, and community-facing functions. This role oversees various departments and is responsible for aligning workforce strategy and organizational culture with the company's mission and operational priorities.
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Hiring Manager
Caiti Rappleyea
Responsibilities
Provides high-level advisory and ensures the organization is sound and aligned with long-term goals
Partners with the executive team to define metrics, assess capabilities, and develop plans to bridge operational gaps
Directly oversees the strategic and operational aspects for Human Resources, Employee Health, Marketing, Community Relations, and Volunteer Services
Oversees recruiting, compensation, benefits, and HR operations to ensure competitive talent support
Implements evidence-based strategies and learning pathways to improve employee stability and long-term engagement
Utilizes analytics to monitor trends, forecast future staffing needs, and optimize recruitment efforts
Leads talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development to ensure a continuous pipeline of talent
Actively partners in negotiations and manages collective bargaining agreements and labor relationships
Develops labor strategies that align with the overall organization’s mission and financial goals
Provides leadership guidance on workforce and labor issues, ensuring a productive and compliant work environment
Stay updated on federal, state, and local laws regarding compensation, wages and overtime; discrimination and harassment, family/medical/disability leaves of absence and accommodations; workplace safety and injuries; collective bargaining; as well as other areas of labor and employment law, regulatory and contractual compliance
Directs the strategy for integrating AI and automation into core workforce operations to improve efficiency
Applies systems thinking and stakeholder engagement to guide the organization through complex technological shifts
Represents the organization externally to promote health initiatives and strengthen public trust
Cultivates relationships with schools, non-profits, civic leaders, and public health agencies, and serves on the Health and Education District Committee
Guides subordinate directors and managers in developing initiatives, coaching them to implement work plans effectively
Oversees contracted service providers to ensure service levels and contractual obligations are met
Serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, fostering adaptability, resilience, and continuous improvement across the organization
Manages employees from selection and hiring/onboarding through offboarding/separation. Establishes clear expectations and fosters an environment that supports good communication
Coaches, mentors, and supports staff at all levels of the organization
Actively monitors and manages employee satisfaction, engagement, and turnover
Leads cross-functional teams across HMC and OHSU/partner organizations to achieve desired outcomes and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Uses effective methods and metrics to measure and monitor performance
Communicates departmental status updates transparently and consistently
Develops and leads implementation organization-wide strategies and work plans
Guides and supports subordinate staff in the development of department/function-specific initiatives, goals and objectives. Coaches and develops directors and managers as they implement work plans. Ensures that systems are in place to document progress and results
Inspires commitment and leads others to implement and execute plans
Creates a welcoming environment of kindness, inclusivity, and responsiveness
Works with others to improve the health and wellness of Hillsboro & Washington County
Provides the highest quality of care and service
Demonstrates honesty, transparency, and accountability in every task and every interaction
Develop and manage the annual operating budget for assigned departments, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded
Acts as a decision maker at the organizational level. Analyzes data and uses sound judgement in making independent decisions
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in business administration or human resources management, OR bachelor's degree with equivalent experience
Ten (10) years of directly relevant progressive leadership experience in human resources management
Seven (7) years in healthcare and/or human resources leadership/ decision making roles
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in managing personnel
Minimum five (5) years' union labor experience
Knowledge of advanced HR practices: Comprehensive understanding of human resources programs, regulatory compliance, and workforce sustainability
Strong financial acumen, including budget management and methods for improving organizational financial performance
Deep knowledge of operating within complex, unionized healthcare environments
Theory and practice of organizational development (OD) and change management frameworks to ensure institutional agility
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), EMR (Epic preferred), and specialized HR information system functionalities (Workday preferred)
High-level verbal and written communication tailored for leadership, board members, and community stakeholders
Proven skill in facilitation, delegation, and mentoring to support the professional success of others
Advanced customer service and relationship-building techniques to engage patients and employees alike
Navigating diverse interests to build strategic alliances and partnerships
Applying systems-thinking and independent judgment to resolve complex organizational issues
Serve as a visible, employee-facing leader who inspires a shared sense of purpose and embodies organizational values
Guide the organization through shifting healthcare landscapes using effective change management strategies to translate concepts into practical, scalable solutions
Build a high-performing, engaged, and inclusive workforce capable of delivering equitable healthcare
Cultivate effective working relationships with board members, providers, and healthcare partners to execute business strategies
Prioritize and organize a wide variety of high-level assignments while maintaining focus on fiscal and mission-driven goals
Preferred
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree (law degree)
Healthcare industry and community hospital experience
PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP/CP
Experience with process improvement methodologies
Company
Hillsboro Medical Center
For more than a century, Hillsboro Medical Center has ensured that the people in our region have access to quality health care.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Linnea Cornish, PHR
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Michelle Soldan
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-04-21
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