Director, Talent Management

Howard University Hospital  |  Washington, DC

Role Summary

As Director, Talent Management at Howard University Hospital, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for enterprise-wide talent management functions, with primary oversight of compensation, talent acquisition, and leave management. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, you will ensure that talent strategies align with hospital and university objectives, meet regulatory requirements, remain competitive in the market, and support a strong employee value proposition across our clinical, academic, and operational missions.

If you are an experienced HR leader ready to shape talent strategy at one of the nation’s most storied academic medical centers, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the people who power our mission.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, administration, and governance of compensation programs — including job architecture, market pricing, salary structures, incentive plans, and pay equity analyses — and ensure practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and align with university and hospital policies
• Oversee end-to-end talent acquisition strategy, including workforce planning, recruitment operations, employer branding, selection practices, and onboarding for clinical and non-clinical roles
• Partner with hospital leadership to address hard-to-fill and mission-critical roles through data-driven sourcing and retention strategies
• Direct leave management programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers’ compensation coordination, and other statutory and institutional leave programs
• Collaborate with payroll, benefits, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate and timely leave processing and employee support
• Develop and monitor key talent metrics and dashboards related to compensation competitiveness, time-to-fill, turnover, and leave utilization
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline talent management processes, enhance the employee experience, and reduce manual workarounds
• Provide consultation and guidance to leaders on talent-related matters, change management, and organizational effectiveness, and prepare reports and recommendations for executive leadership and governance bodies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required
• Seven (7) or more years of progressive human resources leadership experience, with significant responsibility for compensation and talent acquisition
• Demonstrated knowledge of compensation methodologies, employment and leave laws, and recruitment best practices
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and influence senior leaders
• Strong analytical, communication, and change management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• Healthcare or academic medical center experience

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition remission at Howard University for you and/or eligible dependent children — up to two (2) courses per semester
• A mission-driven environment rooted in over 150 years of excellence, service, and advocacy for the communities we serve

About Howard University Hospital

Howard University Hospital (HUH) is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. With a legacy dating back to 1862 — when it operated as Freedmen’s Hospital, providing care and refuge to those who had been denied it elsewhere — HUH has grown into one of the most comprehensive healthcare facilities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and is a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center. Today, HUH continues its proud tradition of delivering exemplary, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care to the community, while providing exceptional learning and professional development opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Position Details

Pay & Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary range: $150,000 – $180,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at HUHLA@huhosp.org.

Pay Transparency: Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.