Human Resources Director

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grown and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

Job Summary

The Human Resource Director directs staff of the Human Resource (HR) department at assigned community(s) to ensure legal compliance and effective implementation of the organization's policies, mission and talent acquisition strategy to enable high quality resident experiences and care.

Essential Functions

• Oversees community's human resources functions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, new hire orientation, performance management, compensation, benefits, leave of absence administration, safety and workers' compensation administration, associate relations, recognition, training/development and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

• Manages the talent acquisition process including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, pre-employment screening, and onboarding associates, complying with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations. Ensures community talent acquisition practices result in qualified community associates necessary to provide high quality care and services to residents, minimizing the use of premium labor. Advises community hiring managers regarding hiring decisions.

• Assists in the implementation and evaluation of human resources policies, processes and programs to meet community needs.

• Promotes professional growth of staff and oversees performance review processes including the successful execution of programs including but not limited to associate orientation, training, recognition, and best practices. Trains management on leadership and HR skills in order to foster professional development among community leaders.

• Partners with stakeholders, including HR Business Partner and Associate Relations as needed, to conduct necessary investigations on associate relations issues and advises management on appropriate resolution. Manages associate stay and exit interview process using feedback to improve associate turnover and retention.

• Identifies possible pay issues and works with Executive Director and HR Business Partner to resolve using approved pay ranges.

• Analyzes trends in turnover, hiring, promotions, separations, and grievances to determine support or action needed to adjust unfavorable trends.

• Assists in representing community(s) as required in legal proceedings, unemployment hearings and workers' compensation claims.

• Develops, implements, and monitors the human resources department budget.

• Maintains associate personnel files and reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field and a minimum of five years' experience in a professional level Human Resources role. Managerial responsibility preferred. Additional years of experience may be substituted for education requirement on a year for year basis.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) is preferred or desire/willingness to acquire.

Management/Decision Making

Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

Knowledge and Skills

Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Strong communication skills and ability to be flexible regarding responsibilities. Ability to handle pressure of work deadlines. Knowledge of HR related Federal and State regulations. Strong knowledge of company benefits, payroll, and workers compensation procedures. Good presentation skills and ability to work with associates at all levels of the company.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift: up to25 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Requires Travel: Occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.