Assistant Director of Human Resources

We look for people who are passionate about service and have a hunger for learning new skills. We believe in the power of teamwork and the professional development of our team members. With our employees being our greatest assets, we are committed to providing competitive wages and benefits, the best training, a safe and enjoyable work environment along with many opportunities for advancement to ensure a very rewarding career. We take great pride in our dedicated and diverse team of employees.

All professionals at Salamander Collection live by our Vision, Brand Promise, and Core Values.

We specialize in the management of Four and Five Star luxury hotels, resorts and fine food establishments. If your outside interests include golf, tennis, spa, beach, water sports, equestrian, shopping or just relaxation, we have the employee discounts to match.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Assistant Human Resources Director role is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The Assistant Director of HR maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts weekly meetings with respective business units.
• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Managing position postings and applicant tracking through ADP Workforce Now, LinkedIn, Indeed, Hcareers, and other recruitment platforms.
• Engages social media resources on a consistent basis to increase brand awareness and create talent pipelines.
• Plans and directs activities of staff in carrying out such functions as developing sources of qualified applicants, conducting screening interviews/interview sessions, and evaluating applicant’s personality surveys.
• Oversee the J-1/International work and travel program.
• Manages Annual Open Enrollment Benefit process and benefits administration.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance for Management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Develop contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel:

Assists with special projects related to Human Resources

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years of experience in a related area preferred.
• Proven familiarity with aspects of human resource functions, federal and state laws, insurance plan administration, wage and hour laws and exposure to confidential information.
• Must have Union Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Publisher, Word, Excel, Outlook required.

 SKILLS

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, work with deadlines, multi-task and apply consistent attention to details.
• Ability to interact effectively, in a positive and helpful manner, with staff, coworkers, guests, customers, visitors and management.
• Ability to work with deadlines, multi-task, quick thinker, attention to details.
• Self-starter team player with dedication to follow-through and the ability to apply sound decision making and judgment skills in a fast-paced environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• While performing the duties this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands/fingers handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk and hear. 
• The employee must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds. 
• The employee must be able to see differences in widths and length of lines such as those on graphs. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, effectively deal with customers and accept constructive criticism from supervisors.
• Must be able to change activity frequently and cope with interruptions.

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.