Human Resources Director - Brookdale Lake Shore Drive

Overview

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!  You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.  Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.  Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
• Variety of Associate Discounts

This is an incentive based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans. Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

 

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Responsibilities

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.

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.

Qualifications

Education and ExperienceBachelor’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 RequirementsCertified Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) is preferred or desire/willingness to acquire.

 

Management/Decision MakingApplies 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 SkillsPossesses 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 to 25 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.

Salary Range Information

$72,950 - $92,930 / year