VP of People & Culture

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

Atlantic Shores is seeking a visionary Vice President of People & Culture to elevate our employee experience, strengthen our organizational culture, and ensure we continue attracting and developing exceptional talent. As a key member of the executive leadership team, this role shapes the people strategy that drives operational excellence and enhances the resident experience across our community. If you are a strategic, people-centered leader who thrives in mission-driven environments and believes culture is the heartbeat of organizational success, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. What Makes This Role Special At Atlantic Shores, people are at the heart of everything we do. This role is more than HR leadership - it’s an opportunity to shape a thriving workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to deliver exceptional service to our residents. You’ll lead with purpose, influence organizational direction, and build a culture that truly reflects our mission. Earn a competitive annual salary based on years of experience. Additional compensation includes: Hourly employees: 1.5x Holiday Pay 1.5x Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week Full-time employees: Generous PTO beginning with a maximum of 104 hours annually Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Supplemental: Accident/Cancer/Critical Illness, Legal Resources, and Identity Theft Tuition reimbursement: up to $5,250 annually for qualifying coursework All employees: 401k with company match Educational Partnership Discounts: South University, ECPI, Regent University, St. Leo University, and Colorado Christian University Referral Bonus for new employee referrals that join our team Star Employee Recognition Program including monetary awards Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in HR, business, organizational development, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR/People leadership experience, including senior or executive roles.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or multi-department environments preferred.
• Strong background in employee relations, culture building, and organizational development.
• Strategic thinker with strong operational discipline.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and workforce development.
• Ability to manage complex, people-centric environments with empathy and accountability.
• Resident-centered mindset with a commitment to service excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in HR, business, organizational development, or related field preferred.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or multi-department environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive People & Culture strategy aligned with organizational goals and the long-term master plan.
• Serve as the CEO’s principal advisor on workforce trends, culture, talent, and organizational health.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, retention, and leadership development.
• Partner with the VP team to ensure people strategy is integrated into all major initiatives and operational decisions.
• Provide executive leadership for all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and benefits.
• Ensure HR policies, practices, and systems support a fair, consistent, and high performing workplace.
• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain strong internal controls, documentation, and HR reporting.
• Champion a culture of service, hospitality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Lead employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, and culture building efforts.
• Oversee internal communication strategies that promote clarity, transparency, and alignment.
• Build strong relationships with employees at all levels, ensuring approachability and trust.
• Oversee training and development programs, including new hire orientation, supervisor training, and leadership development.
• Create career pathways and succession planning strategies to build internal bench strength.
• Ensure compliance training is effective, accessible, and engaging.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Lead recruitment strategies to attract top talent across clinical, hospitality, facilities, and administrative roles.
• Oversee workforce planning, staffing models, and retention strategies.
• Strengthen employer branding and community partnerships to support recruitment pipelines.
• Support organizational design, change management, and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen team dynamics, communication, and accountability.
• Use data and analytics to inform decision making and measure organizational health.
• Maintain strong boundaries, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, follow-through, and organizational skills.
• Uphold Atlantic Shores’ values, service standards, and resident centered culture.

Benefits

• Hourly employees: 1.5x Holiday Pay 1.5x Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Full-time employees: Generous PTO beginning with a maximum of 104 hours annually
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Supplemental: Accident/Cancer/Critical Illness, Legal Resources, and Identity Theft
• Tuition reimbursement: up to $5,250 annually for qualifying coursework
• All employees: 401k with company match
• Educational Partnership Discounts: South University, ECPI, Regent University, St. Leo University, and Colorado Christian University
• Referral Bonus for new employee referrals that join our team
• Star Employee Recognition Program including monetary awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive