Director of Human Resources - The Nell New York

Aspen Skiing Company•New York, NY

2d•$170,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources drives HR strategy and initiatives for The Nell New York, supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training, payroll, HRIS processing and career development while ensuring compliance and communication for team members. The role promotes a positive, employee-centric team culture, leads HR projects and initiatives in collaboration with the corporate team, and helps colleagues deliver an exceptional guest experience, engage with the community and bring the brand to life. The position reports to the VP of Human Resources. The Director implements HR programs and policies spanning employment processing, compensation, benefits, training and development, records management, safety, succession planning, employee relations and retention, equal employment opportunity, and labor relations. The role guides organizational, operational and financial HR strategies; advises management; coaches the HR team; oversees performance and merit review processes; and ensures adherence to applicable legal requirements. It also leads HR special projects, protects confidential information and maintains professional knowledge of current HR practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Human Resources or Business Management, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
At least 7 years of work experience in a related human resources role.
At least 3 years of people leadership experience.
Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills, professional integrity and sound business judgment.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, including the ability to analyze data.
Knowledge of talent acquisition, talent development and talent management processes, including recruiting, leadership competencies, talent assessments, succession management, performance management and workforce analytics.
Knowledge of safety and risk management processes and analytics, current HR trends and HR management practices.
Understanding and application of relevant federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, ADEA and EEO.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to function in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment and adapt quickly to changes in processes, customer flow, environments and tasks.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects without sacrificing quality.
Ability to manage and lead diverse teams, foster a positive and productive work environment, and delegate effectively while maintaining accountability.
Proficient knowledge of industry regulations and their effect on business operations.
Relationship-management skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

PHR, SPHR or SHRM-CP certification.
HRIS experience.
Timekeeping software experience; Kronos preferred.
Talent management software experience; SmartRecruiters preferred.
Worker’s compensation claims processing software and RTP experience.
Ability to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 pounds individually or with assistance.

Responsibilities

Implement HR programs covering employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, equal employment opportunity compliance, and labor relations.
Implement HR strategies, policies and procedures, including coaching, counseling, disciplinary and communication programs; plan and monitor HR work; oversee performance reviews and annual merit review.
Set HR objectives aligned with organizational goals and contribute information, analysis and recommendations to strategic direction.
Analyze trends and measurements, implement operational strategies and system improvements, and support productivity, quality, customer service, safety, security and health.
Develop and manage HR financial strategies, analyze results and variances, and initiate corrective actions.
Lead HR special projects by identifying and researching issues, coordinating requirements, tracking milestones and evaluating courses of action.
Provide management with HR advice, counsel and decisions based on analysis of information and applications.
Partner with and coach the HR team on people-related functions to cultivate an employee-centric culture.
Guide management and employee actions by applying HR policies, procedures, methods and guidelines, and communicating and enforcing organizational values.
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements, advise management on necessary actions, and protect confidential information.
Maintain HR knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, networks, benchmarking and professional societies.
Perform other duties as assigned.