Human Resources Director

Job DetailsJob Location: Buhler, KS 67522POSITION SUMMARY The Human Resources Director is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating all human resource functions of Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, including recruitment, retention, onboarding, payroll support, benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, policy administration, and regulatory compliance. This position serves as the senior human resources leader for the organization and ensures that all workforce practices support Sunshine Meadows’ mission while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, healthcare workforce regulations, and long-term care operational standards. The Human Resources Director works collaboratively with leadership to build and sustain a positive workplace culture, maintain staffing stability, reduce organizational risk, and support quality resident care through effective personnel systems. In a long-term care setting, HR oversight must directly support facility compliance, employee competency, and protection of resident rights. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Human Resources Leadership & Strategy Direct and oversee all day-to-day Human Resources operations for Sunshine Meadows Develop and implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals, staffing demands, and regulatory requirements Serve as a member of the leadership team and provide counsel to executive leadership regarding workforce planning, retention, compliance, and organizational development Develop, revise, and enforce personnel policies and employee handbook provisions Monitor HR metrics, including turnover, retention, open positions, workers' compensation trends, attendance, and employee engagement 2. Recruitment, Hiring, and Onboarding Direct all recruitment and hiring processes to ensure adequate staffing across nursing, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance, administration, life enrichment, and ancillary departments Ensure all pre-employment requirements are completed in accordance with facility policy and applicable regulations, including: criminal background checks reference checks drug screening employment eligibility verification license verification Nurse Aide Registry checks, and abuse/neglect registry reviews, where applicable Coordinate and oversee orientation for all new employees Ensure all required pre-service and annual in-service trainings are completed and documented 3. Employee Relations & Performance Management Serve as the primary resource for employee relations issues, conflict resolution, disciplinary guidance, and complaint investigation Coach managers and supervisors on consistent application of policies, documentation, counseling, and corrective action Oversee performance evaluation systems and leadership accountability. Participate in investigations related to employee misconduct, allegations of abuse, neglect, harassment, discrimination, or policy violations Maintain confidential employee records and investigative files Assist with employee separations, unemployment claims, and exit interviews 4. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with all applicable: Federal employment laws Kansas labor laws OSHA requirements FMLA/ADA/EEO regulations HIPAA/confidentiality expectations as related to personnel access CMS workforce-related requirements Long-term care survey documentation standards Maintain personnel files, licensure files, training files, I-9 records, and required postings Assist facility leadership during state survey, complaint investigations, audits, and requests for employee documentation Maintain awareness of changes in healthcare employment law and long-term care regulatory expectations Assist with workers’ compensation administration, incident reporting, return-to-work coordination, and unemployment claims 5. Payroll, Benefits, and HRIS Administration Oversee payroll processing systems for accuracy of employee pay, PTO tracking, benefit deductions, and compliance with wage/hour standards Administer employee benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, leave programs, workers compensation, and ancillary benefit offerings Ensure accurate maintenance of employee demographic, compensation, attendance, and benefit records within HRIS/payroll platforms Coordinate annual open enrollment and employee benefit education 6. Retention, Engagement, and Workforce Development Develop and implement retention initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and reduce turnover Coordinate employee recognition, morale initiatives, and engagement programming Lead employee surveys and recommend actionable improvements Partner with department leaders to identify training needs and support leadership development Promote a culture of accountability, communication, compassion, and service 7. Safety, Training, and Organizational Support Ensure employee compliance with mandatory education including abuse prevention, resident rights, infection control, workplace safety, HIPAA, emergency preparedness, and facility-specific competencies Support departmental staffing plans and labor management Participate in committee meetings as assigned, Safety, and leadership meetings Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, resident, and organizational information Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of human resources principles and employment law Strong understanding of healthcare and long-term care workforce compliance Ability to interpret and apply policies consistently Experience with payroll systems, HRIS, and reporting analytics Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills Ability to handle highly confidential matters with professionalism Ability to work effectively with staff, residents, family members, vendors, and regulatory agencies Ability to organize multiple priorities in a fast-paced 24/7 healthcare environment