Description
The hotel Director of Human Resources leads all staff-related operations, strategic talent planning, and workplace culture as a key member of the executive committee.
Responsibilities
• Strategic Leadership: Serve as a trusted advisor to the General Manager and participate on the Executive Committee to align people strategies with hotel business goals.
• Recruitment & Staffing: Direct hiring strategies for both hourly and management positions, managing seasonal staffing adjustments and onboarding processes.
• Employee Relations: Foster an inclusive work culture, manage grievances, resolve conflicts fairly, and guide management on corrective actions.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal employment laws (e.g., ADA, FMLA, FLSA), handle workers' compensation, and maintain accurate employee records.
• Training & Development: Coordinate orientation and continuous leadership development programs, driving long-term succession planning.
• Compensation & Benefits: Manage local wage surveys, assist with payroll administration, and oversee benefit programs.
Qualifications
• Experience: 4 plus years of progressive HR experience, with a preferred leadership background in the hospitality or hotel industry.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Hospitality Management. Professional certifications like PHR are a plus. Or relevant experience.
• Core Skills: Deep knowledge of California labor regulations, strong conflict-resolution and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in HRIS platforms.
