Director, Human Resources

US-FL-Jacksonville

Careers (External)

Req #: 132778
Type: Regular Full-Time
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Brookdale Senior Living

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				Overview:

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

The happiness of those we serve is dependent on the happiness of our associates, so you'll receive competitive compensation and a benefits package with additional perks designed to make you smile. The work you do will be challenging yet rewarding. But you'll earn more than a paycheck; you can enjoy opportunities to grow your career, as well as ongoing programs catered to your health, financial, mental, and emotional needs. Most of all, we believe you can find purpose, meaning, and the chance to be a part of something bigger than yourself.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

We believe that in order to best serve our residents and patients, we need to first serve our associates.  One way we do that is through our benefits.  Our offerings include, but are not limited to: 

Full-time and part-time associate benefits:

          401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

          Benefit plan package

          Employee Stock Purchase Program

          Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

          Associate Compassion Fund

          Associate Discounts

          Identity theft protection

          Pet savings and insurance plans

          Voluntary benefits available

 Full-time associate benefits:

          Extensive Insurance Plans, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account and more.

          Paid Time Off

          Adoption Benefit

          Tuition Reimbursement

          Company-provided life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)

          Voluntary STD and LTD

This is an incentive based position, which may include bonuses, incentive, or commission plans. 

Please note, Brookdale has adopted a policy requiring all associates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to limited exemptions based on medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or applicable state laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

Provides leadership in all areas of human resources at assigned community(s). Responds to inquiries regarding company HR policies and programs.

* Assists in the development and implementation of human resources policies to meet organizational needs and comply with state and federal laws.
* Facilitates and oversees human resources functions such as recruitment, new hire orientation, performance reviews, benefit administration, safety and workers' compensation administration, employee relations, and training/education initiatives.
* Responds to inquiries regarding company policies, procedures, and programs.
* Conducts necessary investigations on employee relations issues and advises management on appropriate resolution.
* Advises management regarding hiring decisions, equal employment opportunity, compensation, benefits, and health/safety issues.
* Develops, implements, and monitors the human resources department budget.
* Identifies possible pay issues and works with Corporate HR to review local market rates for community positions. Discusses market information with Executive Director to determine if and where pay adjustments should be considered.
* Interviews and coordinates recruitment efforts and processes for specific positions as needed.
* Represents community(s) in legal proceedings, unemployment hearings and workers' compensation settlements.
* Analyzes trends in turnover, hiring, promotions, separations, and grievances to determine support or action needed to adjust unfavorable trends.
* Trains management on leadership and HR skills. Identifies community training opportunities and works with Area/Regional/Divisional HRD to implement.

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 Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field and a minimum of five to seven years' experience in a professional level Human Resources role with managerial responsibility; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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 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.
			
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