Director, Human Resources

Erickson Senior Living, headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland is a national provider of senior living and health care with campuses in 11 states—and growing. Erickson Senior Living develops and manages senior living communities and health services across the country. We achieve industry–leading results in customer satisfaction, driving high occupancy, and positive health outcomes.

We’re excited to share a leadership opportunity for a Human Resources Director —a dynamic, driven professional who will play a critical role in the grand opening of Emerson Lakes, one of Erickson Senior Living’s most anticipated new communities in beautiful Sarasota, Florida.

Emerson Lakes will be a premier, state-of-the-art continuing care retirement community designed to serve more than 1,500 residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care. This gated community will feature an impressive array of amenities, including multiple restaurants, a stunning outdoor swimming pool, a cutting-edge fitness center, an onsite medical center, and much more.

Join us in shaping a thriving, engaging and high-quality living experience for the residents who will call Emerson Lakes home.

The Director of Human Resources will provide leadership and establish a strategic partnership with all business lines as we open and grow this community. This role will offer guidance in several key areas: employee relations, engagement, workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, talent management, and leadership development.

What We Offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision, and values

• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age

• State-of-the-art community campuses, ongoing expansion plans, and design enhancements to ensure Erickson Senior Living continues to set the industry standard

• A "career for life" approach to professional and personal development for our greatest asset - our team members

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision packages, including annual wellness expense reimbursement, personal health coaching, and telemedicine options

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans, PLUS company-paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law

How You Will Make an Impact

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with enterprise-wide initiatives and foster the development of high-performing teams

• Partner with senior leadership to provide guidance on workforce planning, talent development, performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement

• Lead complex employee relations cases that ensure a fair and inclusive work environment

• Create employee engagement and recognition programs that promote retention and support internal growth

• Maintain a positive work environment that helps attract, develop, and retain top talent

• Oversee performance management processes that drive accountability, career development, and engagement

Compensation: Commensurate with experience starting at $130,000 per year, plus eligibility for annual bonus

What You Will Need

• A minimum of 7 years of management experience in Human Resources

• Previous experience as an HR Business Partner supporting multiple business functions and managing an HR team

• Experience working with a large, diverse workforce of both exempt and non-exempt employees

• Proven leadership abilities, and experience with Leadership development, performance, and change management

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.