Complex HR Director/ El Paso Doubletree / Courtyard Downtown bei Remington Hotels LLC

Position Description:
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
The Complex Human Resources Director is responsible for directing and ensuring the efficient administration and management of the
Human Resources department of assigned hotels and partnering with the General Managers or Managing Directors to provide strategic
insight on the utilization, development and management of employees to meet property and business goals. While the Human
Resources Director reports to the hotel General Manager / Managing Director, they secondarily report to the Area Director, Human
Resources Business Partner.
DUTIES & FUNCTIONS (See physical requirements section for more information)
• Manage and oversee the HR function which includes recruiting, training, wage/benefit administration, compliance with
statutory requirements and the execution of employee relation activities.
• Provide human resources counseling, guidance and assistance to the General Managers, Executive Committees and line
employees in order to maximize the quality and professionalism of the hotel staff by listening and interpreting concerns and
objectives and seeking solutions.
• Ensure that employees are trained and utilized to their maximum potential by controlling the implementation, administration
and monitoring of hotel, brand and corporate training programs.
• Monitor the employee performance appraisal programs to ensure reviews are timely, comments are appropriate, and goals are
measurable and achievable.
• Review, appraise and approve all personnel changes and paperwork for merit and accuracy.
• Direct and administer employee relations programs and activities such as employee recognition and service award ceremonies,
social functions and general hotel meetings to maintain a positive employee relations climate.
• Partner with executive committee to coach, counsel and discipline employees and hold employees accountable to hotel and
company policies.
• Lead the recruiting and onboarding efforts for all hotel positions which includes job posting, interviewing, drug screening,
background checks, reference checking, I-9s and new hire orientation. Utilize creative solutions to find candidates.
• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal laws as well as regulations and court rulings which pertain to human resources
by reviewing current management practices, implementing new procedures and communicating verbally and in writing any
new requirements.
• Work with the corporate office to ensure benefits are administered accurately and timely.
• Conduct an annual wage survey and stay abreast of local wages and compensation to ensure hotel is competitive and paying
employees equitably.
• Supervise, coordinate and motivate the activities of the department staff.
• Assists in the administration of employee and guest-related risk management including safety programs, workers
compensation, general liability etc.
• Manage employee leaves of absences including FMLA.
• Create a culture where our employees, guests and owners can “Experience What’s Possible” while driving company
profitability and adhering to company policies and employment laws.
• Prepare annual budget forecasts for the Human Resource department by analyzing and estimating past and future costs using
moderately complex mathematical calculations.
• Ensures proper management of personnel record-keeping, personnel files, personnel reports and statistics ensuring
confidentiality where necessary.
• Compose, type and distribute general Human Resources correspondence, such as those announcing policy revisions.
• Leads employee efforts to support Chesapeake Hospitality's partnership with the charity Give Kids the World; increasing
awareness of their mission to help sick children and their families.
• If applicable, manage all labor relations activities by administering union contracts and ensuring compliance. Respond to all
grievances in writing, negotiate settlements and act as the hotel representative at all arbitrations.
• Have a working knowledge of the Human Resources duties and be ready to step in and support HR employees as needed.
• Participate in Manager on Duty coverage.
• Take ownership of the department and be ready to step in and support employees as needed to ensure efficient operation.
• Perform duties, special assignments and projects as requested by management.