Human Resources Partner

Pacific Retirement Services, Inc.; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, dental & vision for you

401(k) with 4% employer match

Free meals on shift

Scholarships

Onsite fitness center & pool

Employee Appreciation events

Resident Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

University Retirement Community in Davis, CA is seeking an experienced Human Resources Partner to support onboarding, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits and employee experience under the HR Director.

This on-site role emphasizes engagement, retention and compliance within a not-for-profit Life Plan community, offering a competitive salary and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Three years HR experience preferred.
• Experience in healthcare, senior living, or related fields is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as iCIMS or Workday is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR Director to support onboarding, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits and employee experience.
• Improve employee retention by organizing engagement activities and tracking participation.
• Support employee relations, investigate concerns, and ensure legal compliance.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation and OSHA reporting to maintain a safe workplace.
• Maintain HRIS records, process leaves, and manage regulatory documentation.
• Analyze data and generate reports on HR initiatives and opportunities for improvement.
• Serve as benefits expert and assist employees with enrollment and benefits questions.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Customer service

Self-starter

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

Tools

iCIMS

Workday

Job description

Overview

University Retirement Community, a not-for-profit Life Plan Community, offers more than your typical retirement lifestyle. Our prime location in Davis, CA in a dynamic university town combined with the vast array of resort-style services and amenities available on-site means there’s more for residents to enjoy - like delicious dining and a continuum of healthcare including Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing.

We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Human Resources Partner to assist our HR Director in various areas such as onboarding, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits and employee experience.

What you’ll be doing:

You will partner with Human Resources Director with the goal of empowering people and the community to be our best. We are looking for someone with a passion for HR and the desire to engage in the success of our dynamic environment.

• Manage talent acquisition tasks including pre-employment checks, extending offers, and conducting new hire orientations. Ensure new hires feel welcome, fully informed, and supported in adapting to the community’s culture through clear and timely communication.
• Increase employee retention by organizing and promoting engagement activities, monitoring participation, and identifying improvement trends. Work closely with the HR Director to address trends and share insights with community leaders.
• Support employee relations by investigating concerns related to work conditions, assisting with conflict resolution, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation claims and oversee required OSHA reporting to maintain a safe workplace.
• Oversee HR administrative tasks, maintaining accurate HRIS records, tracking status changes, and ensuring timely processing of leaves and regulatory documentation.
• Collect, analyze, and manage data entry for reports on key HR initiatives and opportunities for improvement.
• Act as the benefits expert, assisting employees with enrollment, explaining benefits, and resolving any issues. Promote awareness of safety protocols by serving on the safety committee and supporting open enrollment initiatives.

About you:

The ideal candidate will have a desire to be helpful, possess a proactive approach to issues, display strong emotional intelligence, be a self-starter, provide great customer service to staff and managers, have the ability to remain calm and collected under pressure and be respectful and professional at all times.

• Three (3) years prior work experience in human resources preferred. Experience in healthcare, hospitality, senior living or a related field is a plus.
• Adept at prioritizing and managing concurrent responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Advanced computer skills; Experience with iCIMS and/or Workday is preferred.
• Working knowledge of employment law.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certifications are preferred (expected that upon hire you will work toward a professional certification)

Annual Salary:

$80,000 - $90,000 / annually DOE

Schedule:

9:00 - 5:30pm - On-Site 5 days per week.

Working at University Retirement Community, you will enjoy the following benefits:

• We offer FREE medical, dental & vision insurance plans for our employees and cover 50% for your dependents! Choose from multiple plans, effective the 1st of the month after hire.
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match: Boost your retirement savings with every paycheck!
• Free! Meals on us during your shift to keep you fueled throughout your workday.
• Scholarships: Funded by residents to support your education and professional growth!
• Free! Access to our onsite fitness center and pool.
• Employee Appreciation: We value and recognize your contributions through bonuses, events, and other rewards that celebrate your hard work.
• Resident Appreciation Bonus: An annual “thank you” from our residents recognizing your service and dedication.