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Chief Human Resources Officer

Central Vermont Medical Center
Full-time
On-site
South Burlington, Vermont, United States
HR Leader
Building Name: UVMMC - 40 IDX Drive

Location Address: 40 IDX Drive, South Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: UVMHN Corporate Leaders

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: -

Weekend Needs: Other

Recruiter: Cathleen Sullivan

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is a key member of the executive leadership team and serves as the strategic partner to the CEO in shaping a high‑performing, mission‑driven workforce across a complex academic medical system. The CHRO provides vision and leadership for all human capital functions, including talent acquisition, workforce planning, organizational development, total rewards, employee experience, employee and labor relations, HR operations, diversity and inclusion, and leadership development. The CHRO ensures HR strategies support the organization’s academic, clinical, and community missions while promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability.

Note: The office is located in South Burlington, VT and on-site presence is an expectation. This role requires that one live and work in (or relocate to) the region we serve: Vermont/Northern New York.

EDUCATION

Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.

HR certifications (SHRM‑SCP, SPHR) preferred. 

EXPERIENCE

  • 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including executive-level responsibility in a complex, multisite organization. 

  • Experience within healthcare, academic medicine, or nonprofit sectors strongly preferred. 

  • Demonstrated success leading cultural transformation, workforce redesign, and HR modernization initiatives. 

  • Labor relations experience is preferred

  

  Leadership Attributes & Competencies:

  • Strategic thinker with ability to align people strategy to mission and long-term goals. 

  • Collaborative, transparent, and inclusive leadership style. 

  • Ability to influence and lead in a matrixed academic medical environment. 

  • Strong emotional intelligence and commitment to equity and wellbeing. 

  • Strategic Mindset 

  • Balances Stakeholders 

  • Courage 

  • Situational Adaptability  

  • Values Differences 

  • Attracts Top Talent 

  • Drives Vision and Purpose 

  • Ensures Accountability 

  • Nimble Learning 

  • Business Insight  

  • Decision Quality 

  • Collaborates  

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