Senior HR Director - Lead People & Culture (Bonuses)

Chateau Retirement; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)/Roth IRA with company match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Chateau at Bothell Landing is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead HR operations, coach managers, and guide employee relations in a hands-on, supportive role. The position partners with the Executive Director and VP of HR to strengthen managerial capabilities and ensure a positive workplace culture.

You will oversee hiring, onboarding, compliance, records, and training, while collaborating with Payroll and Benefits.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive HR experience, with independent advising of managers and handling complex employee relations.
• Current HR certification required (PHR, SHRM-CP).
• Strong knowledge of Washington employment practices and federal employment requirements.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or service-focused environments preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coach leaders, navigate difficult conversations, and follow through.
• Experience using HR information systems; Paycom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coach and advise leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, corrective action, and staffing decisions.
• Lead employee relations, respond to concerns, conduct investigations, and recommend next steps with HR leadership.
• Support recruitment and onboarding with hiring managers to attract candidates and provide a welcoming onboarding.
• Oversee compliance, employee records, background screening, credential tracking, and documentation.
• Develop managers through HR training and ensure policy adherence across systems.
• Guide performance management with timely reviews, documentation, and development planning.
• Provide direction to the HR Coordinator and coordinate across HR functions with Payroll and Benefits.
• Use Paycom data to monitor trends and improve retention and engagement.
• Build a positive employee experience through recognition and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Coaching leaders

Employee relations

Investigation skills

Documentation

Confidentiality

Education

PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paycom

Job description

Chateau at Bothell Landing is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead HR operations, coach managers, and guide employee relations in a hands-on, supportive role. The position partners with the Executive Director and VP of HR to strengthen managerial capabilities and ensure a positive workplace culture.

You will oversee hiring, onboarding, compliance, records, and training, while collaborating with Payroll and Benefits.