Wesley Woods Senior Living
Exempt | Full-Time | Multi-Site Senior Living Organization
Wesley Woods Senior Living is committed to enriching the lives of older adults through exceptional care, service, and community. Our teams are driven by compassion, purpose, and a dedication to excellence. We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Human Resources to lead critical HR functions that power our mission, people, and culture.
The Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and community administrators. This role provides leadership across all HR operations, including talent acquisition, workforce development, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, training, and organizational culture.
As a key member of the leadership team, the HR Director will champion employee engagement, drive organizational effectiveness, and ensure the HR function supports the long-term success of our multi-site senior living communities.
Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategy with organizational goals, workforce needs, and long-term growth.
Lead initiatives that strengthen culture, improve employee engagement, and support retention.
Drive organizational change through effective communication, collaboration, and people-centered leadership.
Design and execute innovative recruiting and talent management strategies to attract high-quality candidates.
Oversee onboarding, workforce planning, leadership development, and staff training programs.
Guide HR staff and managers through coaching, compliance training, and professional development.
Lead all HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave administration, employee relations, investigations, performance management, training, and health/safety.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; update policies accordingly.
Monitor HR metrics, analyze workforce trends, and recommend data-driven solutions.
Promote recognition programs, career development pathways, and morale-building initiatives.
Build and support DEI efforts that align with mission and organizational values.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance the overall employee experience.
Work with benefits vendors to optimize offerings and increase employee utilization.
Develop, manage, and monitor the HR department budget.
Oversee HRIS and talent management systems, ensuring accuracy and effective use of technology.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.
Strong leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
In-depth knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally in healthcare, senior living, or multi-site operations.
Minimum 5 years in a management or director-level HR role.
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred.
Full-time, 40 hours per week, with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities based on organizational needs.
Regular travel required between Wesley Woods communities; reliable transportation is essential.
Wesley Woods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran/Reserve/National Guard status.