Regional Director of Human Resources

Momentum Senior Living•Laguna Niguel, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Momentum Senior Living is seeking an experienced, hands-on Regional Director of Human Resources to support its Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across four states, representing approximately 1,000 employees. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this role serves as the day-to-day HR leader for the communities and partners with Executive Directors, department heads, and onsite HR and Business Office teams. The position is based in the Laguna Niguel office and includes approximately 25% travel. The successful candidate will support 24/7 senior living operations, independently address HR challenges, and help build and improve processes as the organization grows. The role provides regional HR guidance and coaching, manages employee relations matters, partners with the HR Generalist on HR operations, supports compliance and training, and provides hands-on support and leadership development at communities. It uses HRIS and office communication tools to maintain records, manage priorities, and ensure responsive follow-through. The annual base salary is $125,000–$150,000. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, business travel mileage reimbursement, and professional development and growth opportunities. Momentum Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, including direct experience in senior living, skilled nursing, or comparable 24/7 healthcare operations.
Multi-site HR leadership experience supporting hourly, shift-based employees across AM, PM, NOC, weekend, and holiday operations.
Strong knowledge of California employment law.
Proven ability to independently handle employee investigations, employee relations, and operational HR matters.
Excellent communication, organizational, technology, and problem-solving skills.
Comfort working in a growing organization where systems and processes continue to evolve.
Ability to work onsite in Laguna Niguel and travel approximately 25%.

Nice To Haves

Multi-state HR experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR resource for community leadership, providing timely guidance, coaching, and practical solutions.
Independently manage investigations, performance concerns, corrective actions, and workplace issues.
Partner with the HR Generalist to oversee benefits administration, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence, and employee lifecycle processes.
Conduct HR audits, support multi-state employment law compliance, and train Executive Directors and department leaders.
Travel to communities to provide hands-on HR support and leadership development.
Use HRIS and office communication tools to maintain accurate records, manage priorities, and ensure responsive follow-through.