Senior Director of Human Resources – Human Resources

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Senior Director of Human Resources to serve as the top HR leader at New London Hospital (NLH) in New London, Merrimack County, NH — a full-time, on-site role with direct impact on one of New England's most respected regional health systems.

About the Role

The Senior Director of Human Resources reports to the NLH Chief Executive Officer and functions as a strategic partner to both NLH executive leadership and Dartmouth Health's enterprise HR leadership and Centers of Expertise (COE). This position shapes and executes HR strategies that advance organizational goals across the short and long term, while strengthening the overall effectiveness of HR operations at the New London Hospital site.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee all HR functions at NLH, including talent acquisition, employee relations, workforce planning, and HR compliance
• Develop and drive site-level HR strategies in alignment with Dartmouth Health system-wide priorities and NLH operational objectives
• Collaborate closely with Dartmouth Health's Centers of Expertise to deploy enterprise HR programs that meet local workforce needs
• Advise the NLH CEO and senior leadership team on organizational design, culture, and people strategy
• Champion employee engagement, retention, and development initiatives that support a high-performing, mission-driven workforce
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal and state employment law, accreditation standards, and health system HR policies
• Use HR data and analytics to inform leadership decisions and measure the impact of people programs
• Lead change management efforts in support of organizational transformation and growth

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field; master's degree preferred
• At least ten years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior-level or director-level responsibility
• Demonstrated success partnering with C-suite and executive teams to align people strategy with business outcomes
• Experience in a healthcare, hospital, or complex multi-site environment strongly preferred
• Deep knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and workforce best practices
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior HR certification is a plus
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and change leadership skills

About Dartmouth Health

Dartmouth Health is New Hampshire's only academic health system and a leading provider of comprehensive care across northern New England. Through a network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices — including New London Hospital — Dartmouth Health combines community-centered care with world-class clinical expertise and a deep commitment to its workforce.

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