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HR Director, People and Culture

WesleyLife
Atlantic, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/10/2026
Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

  • Manage full-cycle recruitment at Heritage House, including posting positions, screening, interviewing, coordinating leader interviews, and final selection.
  • Oversee due‑diligence processes such as reference checks, background checks, and pre‑employment steps.
  • Develop and Lead new-hire orientation program in alignment with organizational strategy.
  • Lead onboarding processes, present orientation materials, and support benefit enrollment for new hires.

Team Member Relations & Performance Management

  • Serve as a key consultant to leaders regarding performance management and team member relations.
  • Conduct internal investigations and guide leaders through appropriate action steps.
  • Manage team member complaints, grievances, disciplinary processes, and terminations.
  • Participate in unemployment hearings where appropriate.

Workers' Compensation & Safety

  • Act as the primary workers’ compensation contact for Heritage House.
  • Ensure timely completion and submission of all required accident reports and documentation.
  • Coordinate light duty and return-to-work processes.
  • Lead accident investigations and collaborate with leaders to implement improvements.

People Metrics & Reporting

  • Track, analyze, and present people and culture metrics to both community leadership and Network Support Center leaders.
  • Partner with leadership to create action plans addressing areas of need.
  • Support organization-wide strategy alignment by recognizing trends and implementing solutions that support the WesleyLife vision.

Compliance

  • Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee workplace posters, OSHA reporting, logs, forms, FMLA processes, FLSA issues, and other compliance needs.
  • Maintain complete and audit‑ready personnel files.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent HR experience may be substituted for education.
  • Minimum of three years of human resources experience required.
  • Strong generalist background across team member relations, benefits administration, compliance, employment law, and business operations.
  • Experience in healthcare or hospitality strongly preferred.

What We Offer

We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference. At WesleyLife, we provide:

Health & Wellness

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
  • Discounted wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
  • Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage

Education & Career Growth

  • Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
  • Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
  • Ongoing leadership training and development pathways

Extra Perks

  • Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn rewards
  • Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
  • A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support

Why Choose WesleyLife?

At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community.

Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the WesleyLife Way.

Salary : $1,500 - $3,000

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