Vice President, Human Resources

University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) - St. Joseph Medical Center

The Vice President, Human Resources (VP, HR) serves as a strategic partner to executive and operational leadership, providing guidance on workforce strategy, talent management, and organizational culture. This role leads HR operations for St. Joseph Medical Center, within the context of a shared services model, and ensures that HR programs and initiatives align with both the hospital's and the University of Maryland Medical System's (UMMS) broader strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide HR leadership as a member of the hospital's executive team, contributing to strategic planning and business development.
• Oversee HR integration and alignment, ensuring a balance between system-wide HR policies and local operational needs.
• Lead talent acquisition, workforce planning, and leadership development initiatives to support organizational growth and operational excellence.
• Develop and manage compensation and benefits strategies, ensuring competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Implement and oversee employee relations, labor relations, and performance management strategies that support a positive and productive work environment.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ensure HR technology and data integrity support workforce planning, decision-making, and compliance requirements.
• Represent St. Joseph Medical Center in relevant board meetings, system committees, and labor negotiations, ensuring workforce strategies align with institutional goals.