HR Manager II

Senior Lifestyle•Lisle, IL

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager II oversees the Human Resources function at a community. The role handles recruiting, new-hire orientation, benefits administration, payroll, and personnel files. It reports to the Executive Director and may supervise other staff positions. The position maintains personnel files, supports employees with questions or concerns, coordinates payroll and workers’ compensation claims, and oversees performance reviews, counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans. The role also recommends ways to reduce absenteeism and turnover, identifies training opportunities, participates in the Manager On-Duty program, and attends community events, trainings, in-service sessions, and staff meetings. It is expected to protect confidential information, understand the safety and disaster plan, promote safe working practices, maintain a professional demeanor, and follow company policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; alternatively, one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two or more years of Human Resources experience.
Acceptable fluency in English to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with others.
Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees, and outside contacts.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Area of study in Human Resources, Psychology, or Business.

Responsibilities

Maintain personnel files.
Conduct new-hire orientation and administer benefits.
Assist with employee questions or concerns.
Ensure payroll is accurately prepared and reported to the corporate office by the designated time.
Process and file workers’ compensation claims.
Maintain the confidentiality of the office, records, and restricted information.
Understand the role in the safety and disaster plan.
Recommend procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.
Oversee the performance review program to support effectiveness, compliance, and equity.
Approve and monitor employee counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.
Suggest and implement training opportunities.
Participate in the Manager On-Duty program.
Attend community events, required training, in-service sessions, and staff meetings.
Promote a safe working environment by preventing accidents, preserving equipment, and encouraging safe practices.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
Adhere to Senior Lifestyle Corporation policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.