Human Resources Director

Overview

At The Neighborhood at Rio Rancho, a not-for-profit Life Plan Community, residents enjoy a community full of amenities including an art gallery and gardening area. This friendly neighborhood campus provides a variety of on-site dining options and a continuum of healthcare including Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing.

We are currently seeking our next Human Resources Director to join our team.

Apply today and learn why The Neighborhood at Rio Rancho has consistently been ranked as one of Albuquerque's top senior living communities!

About the role:

The Neighborhood at Rio Rancho is seeking a dynamic HR Director to lead and elevate our Human Resources function, supporting a dedicated team of approximately 200 employees. In this vital leadership role, you'll drive key HR initiatives, champion a positive workplace culture, and help shape the strategies that ensure our community continues to thrive. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day in a values-based environment where your work truly matters.

Pay: $94,400-$115,600 / annually DOE

How you'll do it:

• Lead strategic HR operations by aligning programs and practices with PRS's mission and Core Values ("We Speak Up, We Step Up, We Lift Up, We Team Up") into all aspects of your role.
• Collaborate with the operations team to implement initiatives that strengthen culture and performance.
• Manage talent acquisition with regional recruiting support, build effective onboarding experiences, and equip new hires with the tools and knowledge to succeed quickly within the community.
• Improve employee experience and retention by leveraging HR metrics, identifying areas for growth, and working with leaders to create solutions. Support team-building, recognition, and engagement efforts.
• Oversee HR compliance and administration, including benefits, Workers' Compensation, Return-to-Work programs, and legal requirements. Handle employee relations, performance management, and compensation strategy.
• Supervise Human Resources staff and lead training, coaching, and leadership development. Maintain and utilize HRIS, scheduling, and payroll systems to support efficient HR operations.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field; SHRM-CP or HRCI-PHR certification highly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as an HR Generalist with broad background in talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and compliance.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive HR leadership experience, with demonstrated success developing HR infrastructure in similarly sized organizations .
• Industry experience in retirement living, healthcare, or hospitality is preferred; strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, HRIS, and payroll software.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment law, workers' compensation, ADA, and benefits; strategic thinker with strong communication and time management skills.

Working at the Neighborhood at Rio Rancho, you'll enjoy the following benefits:

• Employee medical premiums paid at 90% for HDHP or PPO and Dental and Vision available
• $25k of Life / AD&D - 100% paid by us!
• 401(k) with up to 4% match after 1 year of service
• Discretionary profit sharing up to 3% upon eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program - 6 free sessions annually
• 160 hour of PTO annually PLUS 7 paid holidays

Whether you feel like your background is a great fit for this position or not, we highly encourage you to apply either way!