Vice President of Human Resources

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care•Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Vice President of Human Resources Tutera Senior Living & Health Care Are you a Human Resources Professional seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is searching for a VP of HR to join the Corporate Team! This position does require travel to our health care facilities throughout the nation. Travel requirements could be up to 25% to provide and support leadership and employee engagement, culture rollouts and operational partnerships. What Will You Do in This Role? Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking a VP of HR to direct the overall human resources operation of our multi-state and comprehensive health care organization. Reporting to the President/COO of Healthcare Division, this role is a key driver of all aspects within the department as it relates to promoting the Company’s Values to and through all our human resources, management of labor, cost-containment strategies, and positioning the company for continued growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (JD or advanced degree a plus)
10+ years of progressive VPHR leadership experience ideally within the senior living/long-term care industry with multi-site and acquisition experience
Demonstrated impact on reducing turnover, improving engagement, and enhancing labor cost control
Proven ability to build best-in-class HR processes that scale with growth
Experience coaching, developing and supervising an HR team
Strong understanding and knowledge of benefits administration, worker’s compensation laws/regulations, federal and state employment regulations, employee relations, recruitment and retention strategies
Excellent oral and written communication and relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Familiarity with HRIS systems (Paycom experience a plus)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management abilities
Excellent attention to detail
Strong work ethic and team player
Ability to handle sensitive situations and with confidential material
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Professional image in both appearance and behavior

Nice To Haves

Union negotiation experience is a plus
JD or advanced degree a plus
Paycom experience a plus

Responsibilities

Partner with Regional Directors, Regional VPs of Operations, and Clinical Leaders to help resolve complex issues and help drive the organization forward
Develop and execute the long-term human capital strategy supporting organizational goals
Serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team on workforce planning, organizational structure, culture, and change management
Lead HR transformation initiatives to improve employee experience, retention, productivity, and cost efficiency
Ensure compliance with federal/state regulations, including CMS, OSHA, EEOC, and wage and hour laws
Oversee risk-mitigation programs, including workers’ compensation strategies and safety initiatives
Establish HR metrics and KPIs to track organizational performance
Provide oversight of employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management
Lead the design and administration of competitive compensation, benefits, and incentive programs
Maintain and improve HR policies, systems, and internal controls
Develop and execute a long-term human capital strategy that aligns with Tutera’s mission and operational goals
Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team on workforce planning, organizational structure, leadership development, and change management
Lead HR strategy during acquisitions, community transitions, restructuring, and other organizational shifts
Partner with Regional Directors, Regional VPs, and clinical leadership to support business performance and workforce effectiveness
Implement enterprise engagement initiatives aimed at improving retention, team cohesion, and leadership effectiveness
Strengthen internal communication, recognition, and accountability systems that reinforce Tutera’s values
Lead strategies to reduce turnover, lower agency reliance, and build long-term workforce stability
Support the development of clinical workforce pipelines (CNA training partnerships, apprenticeship programs, school relationships)
Drive succession planning for key leadership positions
Oversee HRIS (Paycom), reporting, and process optimization to improve accuracy and efficiency
Establish and manage HR metrics and dashboards (turnover, engagement, staffing patterns, labor cost performance)
Implement predictive analytics to support occupancy, labor forecasting, and staffing models
Lead design, administration, and evaluation of competitive compensation structures and employee benefits programs
Ensure market competitiveness aligned with senior living labor trends
Provide oversight of employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management
Ensure compliance with all state/federal labor laws, CMS regulations, OSHA standards, and wage & hour requirements
Partner with legal counsel on litigation, grievances, surveys, and corrective action plans
Implement worker’s compensation and safety programs to reduce risk and cost

Benefits

Financial Literacy Classes
Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
Child Care Discount
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Matching Contributions
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off / Flex Time Off
Birthday Day Off
Exclusive Tutera Perks
Advancement Opportunities