Director of People

Director Of People

Welcome to the next generation in senior living, The Springs Living!

The Springs Living is a purpose-driven senior living organization with communities throughout Oregon, Washington & Montana. For nearly 30 years, The Springs Living has been committed to transforming housing for older adults by delivering quality service and fostering an enrichment culture to help residents, their families and each other live life to its fullest. To do this, we demonstrate our core values of kindness, quality, innovation, trust, and pride, and empower every team member to do the right thing!

The Springs Living is seeking a Director of People to join its team of talented, values-driven HR professionals. This leadership role oversees the People Business Partner team and the HRIS Manager while serving as a strategic HR advisor and thought partner to senior living communities across Oregon, Washington, and Montana.

The Director of People provides guidance and leadership in key human resources areas, including employee relations, performance management, compensation, policy development and implementation, and regulatory compliance. This role also partners closely with cross-functional teams to execute organizational initiatives, enhance processes and procedures, and improve overall organizational effectiveness.

• Lead a high-performing Human Resources team, including People Business Partners and HRIS professionals
• Drive the execution of HR programs, policies, and practices that support organizational goals and ensure consistent application across the company
• Establish departmental goals, metrics, and priorities aligned with strategic business objectives
• Partner with executive leadership to identify workforce needs, enhance organizational effectiveness, and support company growth
• Foster continuous learning and professional development within the HR team
• Manage relationships with external HR partners, including legal counsel, benefits consultants, insurance brokers, and third-party administrators
• Monitor emerging HR trends, regulatory developments, and best practices, providing recommendations to leadership as appropriate
• Prepare and present reports, analyses, and workforce insights that support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with executive leadership to oversee employee support and recognition programs that strengthen employee engagement and culture

• Oversee performance management programs, including annual reviews, probationary evaluations, performance improvement plans, and employment separations
• Partner with leaders to develop and implement employee development initiatives that enhance performance and career growth
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, employee relations, and corrective action processes
• Review and approve recommendations related to employee disciplinary actions and terminations

• Develop and implement employee relations strategies that foster engagement, accountability, and a positive workplace culture
• Advise leaders on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and workplace investigations
• Ensure effective communication of HR policies, programs, and regulatory requirements throughout the organization
• Oversee workplace safety programs, workers' compensation processes, and compliance-related reporting
• Manage employee complaint and appeal processes with fairness, consistency, and confidentiality

• Lead the development and administration of compensation programs, salary structures, pay practices, incentive plans, and market-based compensation strategies.
• Conduct market analyses and compensation benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
• Partner with external consultants as needed on executive compensation and specialized compensation initiatives.
• Monitor compensation programs for effectiveness, compliance, and cost management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Oversee reporting and compliance related to EEO, ADA,…