Asst. Director of HR

Highgate Hotels • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Human Resources assists the Director of Human Resources with a variety of human resources functions. The role is responsible for filling hourly positions in a timely manner, completing paperwork accurately and on time, and understanding and enforcing company policies.

The position also supports employee benefits, recruitment, payroll information, onboarding and orientation, employment records, leave and workers’ compensation administration, and employee communications and events. The role requires maintaining confidentiality, effective communication with employees and guests, and support for safe and efficient hotel operations.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree.
• At least 3 years of progressive Human Resources Management experience in a hotel or related industry.
• Hospitality-field recruitment experience.
• Experience in a union environment.
• Previous supervisory responsibility.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with employees and guests at all levels.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and clarify concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework in a related field.
• Familiarity with and knowledge of employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Administer insurance benefits, calculate billing totals, explain benefits, assist with enrollment forms, and answer questions.
• Compile and distribute review lists and turnover reports.
• Enter payroll information, including wage information and changes.
• Conduct prescreening interviews.
• Respond to unemployment claims and maintain the unemployment logbook.
• Maintain new-hire, termination, transfer, and promotion logbooks.
• Audit hours worked in payroll reports for benefits eligibility.
• Compile wage surveys.
• Monitor and maintain the leave-of-absence log.
• Monitor workers’ compensation claims and complete injury reports.
• Answer questions about the 401(k) plan, vacation, and insured and noninsured benefits.
• Maintain the complimentary room-night log and process employee requests.
• Prepare and place recruitment advertising.
• Process termination paperwork.
• Schedule orientation and assist with 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, including meetings, picnics, and parties.
• Maintain the First Aid log.
• Attend required hotel meetings and trainings.
• Participate in Manager on Duty coverage as required.
• Maintain regular attendance according to hotel standards and scheduling needs.
• Maintain personal appearance and grooming standards, including wearing a nametag.
• Follow hotel standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Support productivity, identify problem areas, and assist in implementing solutions.
• Handle problems by anticipating, preventing, identifying, and resolving them as necessary.
• Understand and evaluate complex information from various sources to meet objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager