Job Title: Complex Director of Human Resources
Location: Marriott Long Island 4 days/week) & Hyatt Centric Wall Street 1 day/week)
Reports To: Corporate Director of Human Resources / General Manager
Position Overview:
The Complex Director of Human Resources will oversee all HR functions at two propertiesspending four days per week at the Marriott Long Island and one day per week at the Hyatt Centric Wall Street. This role is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that align with each hotels operational goals ensuring compliance with labor laws and fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture. Experience in unionized hotel environments is essential for managing labor relations effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Leadership
- Partner with hotel leadership teams to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with company standards and local labor laws.
- Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement retention and workplace culture.
Union & Labor Relations
- Serve as the primary HR contact for all unionrelated matters at both properties.
- Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and work closely with union representatives.
- Handle union grievances contract negotiations and arbitration processes.
- Provide guidance to management on labor contract interpretation and best practices in handling union employees.
Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Oversee recruitment hiring and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent.
- Develop workforce planning strategies to ensure optimal staffing levels.
- Implement training and development programs to enhance employee skills and career progression.
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Serve as a trusted advisor to management on employee relations matters.
- Ensure compliance with federal state and local labor laws including wage and hour regulations.
- Investigate and resolve employee complaints disputes and grievances in a fair and timely manner.
- Partner with legal counsel and senior leadership to mitigate risks associated with labor and employment issues.
Benefits & Compensation
- Administer employee benefits programs and provide guidance on compensation structures.
- Conduct periodic salary benchmarking to ensure competitive pay practices.
- Support employees with benefitrelated inquiries and issue resolution.
HR Operations & Performance Management
- Implement and oversee performance management programs including coaching and progressive discipline.
- Maintain accurate HR records including personnel files payroll documentation and training records.
- Partner with department heads to drive productivity engagement and accountability.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field preferred.
- 5 years of HR management experience in the hospitality industry specifically in unionized hotels.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws labor relations and HR best practices.
- Demonstrated experience in handling union contract negotiations grievances and labor disputes.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple locations and adapt to different organizational cultures.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems Microsoft Office Suite and payroll processing.
Why Join Us
- Lead HR operations at two prestigious unionized hotel brands.
- Work in a dynamic fastpaced hospitality environment.
- Competitive salary benefits and career growth opportunities.
Required Experience:
Director