Job Description
Job Description
Join Our Team at Distinctive Living!
We are looking for an Area Director of Business and People to oversee people operations for three vibrant communities in Venice, Sarasota, and Naples, FL.
The Area Director of Business and People is responsible for leading and managing the business and people operations and workforce initiatives across multiple communities within a designated portfolio. This role involves overseeing all aspects of the employee life cycle, including recruitment, retention, onboarding, benefits administration, employee data management, compliance, reporting, record keeping, and payroll. The Director will ensure the seamless execution of day-to-day HR and business functions, fostering a positive and efficient environment for both employees and the organization.
Why Distinctive Living?
At Distinctive Living, we believe in helping our team reach their full potential, both personally and professionally. We are committed to creating a culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to succeed. We offer the following comprehensive benefits :
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Opportunities for Growth
- 401k Retirement Plan, STD / LTD & Life Insurance
Key Responsibilities :
Participate / Lead key HR implementation initiatives for several communitiesAssists in recruitment of staff positions by drafting, editing and posting job ads, tracking applicants and maintaining recruiting files.Conduct drug screening and submit information for background checks for new hires. Prepares new hire orientation schedules, greets and guides new employees, conducts HR new hire meetings to review policies, forms and benefits, and publishes new hire announcements.Manages new employee paperwork, including I-9 compliance, and ensures all required forms are completed and filed. Maintains personnel and medical records, enters new hire information and compensation into HRI, and maintains and updates HRIS to reflect staffing changes and employee requests.Performs day-to-day functions of benefit administration including eligibility and enrollment, open enrollment processing and employee communication / education ; submits monthly reports to the management company on employee benefit eligibility.Posts compliance in all locations, keeps current on changes and ensures postings are up to date and in compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.Handles claims by completing required forms, maintains communication with injured employees and workers' compensation carriers, and maintains records for workers' compensation, OSHA and job-related incidents.Handles employee leave programs including federal and state family and medical leave, Americans with Disabilities Act and Workers' Compensation, ensures compliance, and handles tracking and reporting.Hires, trains, disciplines, and terminates employees in accordance with company policies. Reviews hires, promotions, disciplinary actions and termination of employment of associates, ensuring consistency in the selection and retention of quality personnel.Works in a safe manner and ensures any employees reporting to them work in a safe manner and that unsafe actions are managed. Compliance with Safety Committee Standards is required. Should workplace injuries occur, when required, Department Heads and Directors assist the Executive Director with the investigation, return to work, and management of the injured worker communications with care provider and the management company.Responds to requests and inquiries for employment verification and referencesMaintains employee confidence and ensures continued confidentiality of other related issues.Provides excellent customer service to employees to answer questions, resolve issues, provide information and help understand company policies and benefits, answer general pay and deduction questions to include understanding wage statements.Assists in planning and organizing employee-related events and meetings throughout the year.Skills and Qualifications :
Education : High school diploma required, Bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferredExperience : 3 years of HR experience, with strong knowledge of employee record-keeping and federal / state lawsTechnical Skills : Proficient in MS Office and HRIS systemsCommunication : Strong written and verbal skills, able to resolve conflicts and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentLeadership : Experience managing a team and driving resultsOther Requirements :
Valid driver's license for frequent travel to assigned communitiesApply today to learn why Distinctive Living is a certified Great Place to Work !
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