Citizens Memorial · 11 hours ago
Administrative Director of Workforce
Citizens Memorial is a rural healthcare system serving southwest Missouri, and they are seeking an Administrative Director of Workforce to lead their workforce strategy during a significant expansion. This role will focus on developing talent acquisition, employee engagement, and HR operations to support the organization's growth and mission.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive workforce strategy aligned with CMH’s expansion plans and mission
Lead workforce analytics and forecasting to identify staffing needs 3-5 years in advance
Provide executive oversight of HR operations while driving transformational workforce programs
Lead system-wide recruitment strategy for clinical and non-clinical roles
Develop strategic partnerships with educational institutions to build talent pipelines
Establish internal career pathways and succession programs that support workforce sustainability
Design and oversee leadership development programs, including training, coaching, and succession planning
Identify and develop high-potential employees for future leadership roles
Support continuing education and workforce competency development across the organization
Build culture-strengthening initiatives that improve workplace experience and retention
Implement engagement measurement and action planning systems
Champion employee recognition and well-being programs that reinforce CMH’s mission of exceptional care
Partner with Medical Staff Services and physician leadership on employed provider workforce strategy
Support design and coordination of onboarding programs for medical staff support
Collaborate on educational initiatives and align medical staff workforce strategies with broader system planning
Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight of HR operations (benefits, employee relations, compliance, HRIS) run effectively
Hold accountability for people-related budget, risk management, and compliance
Collaborate with Nursing Education and clinical leaders to integrate workforce strategies across clinical and non-clinical areas
Serve as senior people advisor to the COO and executive team
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive HR/workforce leadership experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
Healthcare experience required
Proven track record building workforce programs, leadership development initiatives, and employee engagement systems
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Master's in HR, Organizational Development, Business, or related field strongly preferred
You've designed and implemented workforce programs that measurably improved retention, engagement, or leadership bench strength
You've successfully integrated or reorganized HR/people functions
You can manage both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic initiatives simultaneously, influencing leaders across departments without direct authority
You understand rural healthcare challenges—or are eager to learn them
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and generous PTO.
Professional development budget for conferences and certifications.
Relocation assistance available.
Company
Citizens Memorial
Citizens Memorial Hospital, which opened in 1982, is located in Bolivar, Missouri, in the center of Polk County.
Funding
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