Human Resources Director

Our mission at Watermark Retirement Communities is to create extraordinary and innovative communities where people thrive. For Watermark, community includes more than just the wonderful residents we serve on a daily basis. It also includes our dedicated team of professionals who bring our mission to life. We are excited you are considering joining our team. At Watermark we believe a new era of Senior Living starts with you!

We have been a leader in senior housing for over 30 years, but we are not content to rest on our reputation. As a Watermark associate, you will have the opportunity to deploy your talents to their fullest as we drive the next 30 years of innovation in the senior housing industry. At Watermark we believe the next era in Senior Living excellence starts with you!

The Human Resources Director is responsible for the short and long term planning and management of the Human Resources functions. In this role you will serve as a strategic advisor to management on all associate related matters. We would like this person to promote a positive working culture, associate high performance, quality service and empowerment to associates. This role leads various functions including; recruitment, on-boarding, associate relations, diversity, payroll, benefits administration, state and federal compliance, workers’ compensation and training and safety.

For us the ideal candidate will be able to effectively cope with change, will be able to shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without always having the total picture, isn’t upset when things are up in the air, and can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. A tall order indeed!

Our goal is to find someone that remains cool under pressure, does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough, is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times, can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration and is a settling influence in any situation.

Please be prepared to share with us your best and most successful associate engagement initiative! We cant wait to hear all about it!!!!

What you will need to qualify for this position:

• A degree in Human Resources or related field

• 2-4 years’ experience in a HR management role

• In some circumstances union experience is a plus

• Knowledge of Ceridian Payroll is a plus

• Benefits administration

• Full knowledge of state and federal HR Laws

• Excellent leadership skills

• Excellent computer skills with Word, Excel and online system

What you will get from us:

• Competitive Wages

• Competitive Benefits 

• Get Immediate Access to Earned Income Through Dayforce Wallet

• Easy Shift Scheduling with Mobile App

• Recognition and Rewards Program 

• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay 

• 401k Program

• Associate Discounts 

• Education and Training Programs Available

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/LGBTQ/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression-proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at Watermark or its affiliates via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Watermark as a result of the referral or through other means.