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HR Director

GritHR Solutions
Full-time
On-site
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$85,000 - $115,000 USD yearly
HR Leadership & Strategy

About the Role
GritHR Solutions is partnering with a leading non-profit healthcare provider in the area to build a world-class HR department that will serve as a true business driver for the organization. We are seeking a strategic, forward-thinking HR Director to lead the onsite HR team and elevate HR into a center of excellence. This is not just another HR job. This is a chance to design, build, and lead a modern HR function from the bottom up that shapes culture, drives compliance, and supports the critical mission of community healthcare. 


What You’ll Do

  • Lead, develop, and inspire a multi-disciplinary HR team covering Employee Relations, Benefits, Recruiting, Payroll, and HR Operations

  • Partner with senior leadership and department heads to align HR strategy with organizational goals and patient-centered care

  • Drive compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, ensuring risk mitigation and audit readiness

  • Oversee talent management: workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention initiatives

  • Implement and improve HR systems, processes, and policies to deliver seamless employee experiences

  • Act as a trusted advisor and culture builder, setting the tone for a high-performance, inclusive workplace


What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including direct people management

  • Healthcare industry and/or non-profit experience strongly preferred (hospital, clinical, or large healthcare system)

  • Expertise in employee relations, compliance, benefits, and organizational development

  • A proven record of building or transforming HR functions into strategic business partners

  • Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills — you can sit at the executive table and be heard

  • Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) strongly preferred


Why Join Us
Through this unique partnership, you’ll be at the forefront of a transformation. You’ll have the resources and executive support to build something impactful and lasting. This is a high-visibility role where your leadership will directly affect patient care by ensuring employees are supported, engaged, and thriving.