Bilingual HR Business Partner | AC Hotel San Jose Downtown

Columbia Hospitality•San Jose, CA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a dynamic onsite bilingual People & Culture (HR) Business Partner to join the team at a limited-service Marriott hotel in the heart of downtown San Jose, California. Based at the property, you’ll provide direct HR support to the hotel. This role is all about impact—partnering with property leaders to shape and deliver People & Culture strategies that elevate workplace culture, strengthen business performance, and support the incredible team members. From payroll and compliance to recruitment, engagement, and growth, you’ll play a key role in creating a thriving environment where both people and the business succeed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required and at least 6 years progressive experience in an HR Generalist role
Bilingual English/Spanish (speaking/writing)- required
Ability to work onsite in downtown San Jose.
Prior experience handling full-cycle payroll
Possesses in-depth knowledge of California HR and employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
Independent judgment and discretion are important qualities as many duties performed are of a critical & confidential nature. Ability to remain neutral and represent the company, the leader, and the employee to promote a fair and equitable work environment.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to produce high quality work, be flexible, prioritize business demands, anticipate needs, be proactive, in adapting and responding to changing situations
Extensive knowledge of general employment laws, recruitment, EEO/AAP, and policy development
Works well in both team oriented and autonomous environments

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary onsite People & Culture/Human Resource expert for the hotel
Assist managers with recruitment efforts and ensure proper team member onboarding
Administer and maintain accurate records of necessary federal, state and local reports as required by the applicable laws
Ensure compliance with all federal and state laws, specifically administration of FMLA, OSHA, Wage and Hour, EEO, etc.
Manage all unemployment compensation activity, Worker’s Compensation Claims and any external agency investigations
Oversee and process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations
Monitor compliance with established personnel policies and procedures
Investigate and facilitate the resolution of employee relations issues in a timely and professional manner
Support and administer team member surveys. Communicate results and areas of improvement for leaders
Monitor performance appraisal system, ensures record-keeping, individual and group counseling, benefits administration, department intercommunication
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments
Identify and recommend People & Culture approaches to management team including strategic planning, forecasting, budgeting, and organizational development issues
Ensure new tools/programs are delivered, and action plans are communicated and implemented at the property
Administer compensation programs including but not limited to conducting wage surveys, administering wage and salary schedules and merit increases associated with the performance evaluation program
Attend mandatory meetings such as executive committee, risk management, safety committee, management staff meetings, etc.