People Operations Manager Jobs in North Dakota
People Operations Manager jobs in North Dakota are open across Fargo, Grand Forks, and Bismarck and other North Dakota metros, with employers like Amazon, Circle K, and KFC hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Human Resources Manager / Director
Location: 1000 Highway 12, Hettinger, ND 58639
Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: $68,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on qualifications and title level
FLSA Status: Exempt
About West River Health Services
West River Health Services is a Critical Access Hospital and integrated rural health system serving Hettinger, ND and the surrounding southwestern North Dakota region. With approximately 250 employees across acute care, clinic, long-term care, and ancillary services, WRHS is the primary healthcare provider for a wide geographic area. This role sits at the center of the organization's people strategy and reports directly to the CEO.
Position Summary
WRHS is seeking an experienced HR professional to serve as its senior Human Resources leader. The final title — HR Manager or HR Director — will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and depth of experience. This is a hands-on, full-scope role with direct CEO access, supervision of HR support staff, and ownership of all HR functions across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead employee relations, investigations, disciplinary processes, and terminations
- Manage full-cycle recruitment with emphasis on clinical, technical, and hard-to-fill positions
- Maintain compliance with federal and state employment law (ADA, FMLA, FLSA, Title VII) and applicable CMS/HIPAA requirements
- Administer compensation structures and employee benefits programs; support market benchmarking
- Provide managers with tools and guidance for performance management and corrective action
- Oversee HR operations: onboarding, offboarding, HRIS data integrity, and employee records
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team on workforce and culture matters
- Supervise and develop HR support staff
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or management role
- Working knowledge of federal employment law and multi-function HR operations
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with clinical and non-clinical staff at all levels
Preferred
- Healthcare setting experience — Critical Access Hospital, rural health clinic, or long-term care
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
- Experience recruiting in a rural or geographically constrained market
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range of $68,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and title level (Manager or Director). West River Health Services offers a comprehensive benefits package and relocation assistance for candidates from outside the region. Compensation is benchmarked against the North Dakota Hospital Association’s Healthcare Compensation Survey and reflects the scope and market for this role in western North Dakota.
West River Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Human Resources Manager / Director
Location: 1000 Highway 12, Hettinger, ND 58639
Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: $68,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on qualifications and title level
FLSA Status: Exempt
About West River Health Services
West River Health Services is a Critical Access Hospital and integrated rural health system serving Hettinger, ND and the surrounding southwestern North Dakota region. With approximately 250 employees across acute care, clinic, long-term care, and ancillary services, WRHS is the primary healthcare provider for a wide geographic area. This role sits at the center of the organization's people strategy and reports directly to the CEO.
Position Summary
WRHS is seeking an experienced HR professional to serve as its senior Human Resources leader. The final title — HR Manager or HR Director — will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and depth of experience. This is a hands-on, full-scope role with direct CEO access, supervision of HR support staff, and ownership of all HR functions across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead employee relations, investigations, disciplinary processes, and terminations
- Manage full-cycle recruitment with emphasis on clinical, technical, and hard-to-fill positions
- Maintain compliance with federal and state employment law (ADA, FMLA, FLSA, Title VII) and applicable CMS/HIPAA requirements
- Administer compensation structures and employee benefits programs; support market benchmarking
- Provide managers with tools and guidance for performance management and corrective action
- Oversee HR operations: onboarding, offboarding, HRIS data integrity, and employee records
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team on workforce and culture matters
- Supervise and develop HR support staff
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or management role
- Working knowledge of federal employment law and multi-function HR operations
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with clinical and non-clinical staff at all levels
Preferred
- Healthcare setting experience — Critical Access Hospital, rural health clinic, or long-term care
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
- Experience recruiting in a rural or geographically constrained market
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range of $68,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and title level (Manager or Director). West River Health Services offers a comprehensive benefits package and relocation assistance for candidates from outside the region. Compensation is benchmarked against the North Dakota Hospital Association’s Healthcare Compensation Survey and reflects the scope and market for this role in western North Dakota.
West River Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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People Operations Manager Job Market in North Dakota
A snapshot from current North Dakota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon6
- Circle K4
- KFC4
- Aspen Dental2
- Burger King2
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail17
- Food & Beverage9
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Hospitality & Tourism4
- Technology & Software3
What North Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across North Dakota.
- 3 to 5 years of HR generalist or people operations experience
- Hands-on experience with an HRIS platform such as Workday, BambooHR, or Rippling
- Knowledge of employment law, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
- Experience designing or managing onboarding, performance, and engagement programs
- Strong data and reporting skills for headcount planning and workforce analytics
- PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP certification preferred or required
People Operations Manager Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many people operations manager jobs are there in North Dakota?
There are 58+ people operations manager openings in North Dakota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Fargo, Grand Forks, and Bismarck. New positions post regularly as employers across North Dakota hire.
How much do people operations managers make in North Dakota?
People operations managers in North Dakota earn a median of about $139,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $89,990 for the lowest 10% to over $223,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Dakota cities have the most people operations manager jobs?
Fargo, Grand Forks, and Bismarck have the most people operations manager openings in North Dakota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire people operations managers in North Dakota?
Employers hiring people operations managers in North Dakota include Amazon, Circle K, and KFC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote people operations manager jobs in North Dakota?
Yes. About 3% of people operations manager openings tied to North Dakota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Dakota metros.
How do I apply for people operations manager jobs in North Dakota?
You can apply to people operations manager jobs in North Dakota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Dakota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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