About the Role
The Human Resources Manager/Sr. Human Resources Manager is responsible for a variety of Human Resources functions, including filling hourly positions, completing paperwork accurately and timely, enforcing company policies, and assisting with benefits and workmen's compensation.
Responsibilities
- Administer insurance benefits, calculate billing totals, explain benefits, assist with enrollment forms, and answer questions.
- Compile and distribute review lists.
- Compile and distribute Turnover Reports.
- Enter payroll information, including wage changes.
- Conduct prescreening interviews.
- Respond to unemployment claims and maintain an unemployment logbook.
- Maintain logbooks for new hires, terminations, transfers, and promotions.
- Audit payroll reports for benefit eligibility.
- Compile wage surveys.
- Monitor and maintain the Leave of Absence log.
- Monitor Workman’s Compensation claims and complete necessary reports.
- Answer questions regarding the 401K Plan, vacation, and benefits.
- Maintain the complimentary room night log and process employee requests.
- Prepare and place recruitment advertising.
- Process paperwork for terminating employees.
- Maintain the advertising logbook.
- Become a certified trainer in all Human Resources training modules.
- Ensure compliance with all HR and related Loss Prevention SOPs.
- Participate in the Highgate Hotel Enrichment Committee.
- Schedule Highgate Hotel Orientation.
- Assist in Highgate Hotel Orientation, including explaining benefits and conducting property tours.
- Write articles and take pictures for the property newsletter.
- Assist with special projects and plan employee events.
- Coordinate the Travel Reduction Program, write the Travel Reduction Plan, and conduct yearly transportation surveys.
- Maintain the First Aid log.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a hotel or related industry required.
- Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
- College coursework in a related field helpful.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Long hours sometimes required.
- Sedentary work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Skills
- Human Resources
- Payroll
- Benefits Administration
- Recruitment
- Employee Relations
- Loss Prevention
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- Confidentiality
Location
- Highgate Hotels
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years progressive Human Resources experience
- Previous supervisory experience preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- College coursework in related field helpful
Benefits
- Insurance benefits
- 401K Plan
- Vacation
About the Company
- Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
- With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.
- Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen.
- The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
- With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
- www.highgate.com
