Job Description

 

Outstanding Opportunity –

Seeking an experienced Human Resources professional for the position of Director of Human Resources for The Park Danforth. The Park Danforth has been voted the best of 207 in Senior Living and in Assisted Living! Come see what makes us so special!

The Park Danforth is a comfortable senior living community located in Portland, ME. Our beautiful campus is designed to promote wellness, socialization, and independence. Our current Director of Human Resources is relocating out of state so we are looking for a new dynamic leader to join our team and fill that position as she moves into the next exciting chapter of her life.

We are looking for a candidate who:

Has experience in recruitment and retention, benefits and compensation administration, familiarity with automated payroll systems and HRIS, employee engagement and performance, an interest in networking and following best practices. Holds a SHRM-CP/SCP or aptitude for successfully obtaining the certification within one year of hire. While the position does require significant transactional work, it will offer opportunities for strategic work too.

The individual should be able to exhibit the following:

• a high level of emotional intelligence
• a high level of comfort with change
• strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and aptitude for computer related programs
• effective leadership skills – including being a great listener, creative thinker, coaching and problem solving skills
• committed to discretion and confidentiality
• interested in details and affinity for research
• basic understanding of federal, state and local regulatory requirements
• an interest in learning

Does this sound like you?
The Park Danforth is searching for a leader who exhibits warmth, can communicate effectively with staff, residents, and guests, and who values the unique skills the staff brings to the building.

You are a skilled and experienced leader that leads by example and is dedicated to the mission of The Park Danforth and to the strong culture of employee respect. To ensure success in this position, the director must be able to strategize for the future while managing a heavy task load in a busy department. Self-motivating and collaborating with other department leaders is essential.

Other Specific responsibilities include:

• HR Administration: oversees and acts in partnership with the HR Specialist in payroll processing, benefit coordination, recruiting and onboarding, and HR operations. Directing the development of employment policies, procedures, objectives, and standards of practice to ensure regulatory compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.
• Business Partnership and Strategy: acts as the main point of contact and liaison for business partners. Consults with legal counsel as appropriate, or as directed by the CEO, on personnel matters. Ensuring that the organization maintains optimal staffing levels and implementing strategies that maintain The Park Danforth as the community of choice to work and live.
• Leadership Development and Staff Coaching: acts as a resource for leadership and staff in terms of any personal or interpersonal issues. Provides leadership development and counsel to department directors.

We are an equal opportunity employer with special consideration made for candidates of color.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Robust benefits offerings for all positions above 20 hours/week
• Free parking and paid lunch breaks
• Generous Earned Paid Time Off-- over 4 weeks!
• Supportive and present management who value the voices of our employees
• Fun monthly opportunities offered by the Culture Committee
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program eligible
• Make a difference in the lives of others and join the very best Assisted Living Team there is!
• Your work enhances the lives of seniors in your own community!

What Sets The Park Danforth Apart?

• Truly kind, generous, and caring staff that ensure our residents live their best lives everyday
• Team-centered and collaborative environment with cross-departmental support and down-to-earth leadership
• We are a small non-profit where each and every team member counts and makes a difference
• We hold monthly employee appreciation events to thank our staff for being the very best crew around!
• Clean and safe campus with a beautiful courtyard and rooftop deck for lunch breaks
• Located in a vibrant and walkable neighborhood across the street from UNE and a few blocks from the notable Evergreen Cemetery
• Walking through the halls, it feels like home. Everyone greets one another (and usually by name!) with a smile and "hello!"
• The VERY BEST residents and staff there is!

If you believe you would be a great fit for our team, apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

About The Park Danforth
The Park Danforth is proud to be an integral part of the Portland community since 1881. Over the last 140 years, our status as a nonprofit has allowed us the freedom to act solely in the best interest of our residents and staff, and we could not be more thrilled with all we have accomplished -- and what our organization will do in the future!

**All staff are required to receive the seasonal flu shot. Staff are also required to be immunized against MMR and Varicella.**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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