People and Culture Director; HR Director

People and Culture Director (HR Director)

Job Category: People and Culture

Requisition Number: PEOPL
008324

• Posted :
  September 11, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Atlantic, IA 50022, USA

Join Wesley Life and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

Wesley Life 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!

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 Wesley Life 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.

• 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.

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

• 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
• 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
• 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

At Wesley Life, 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…