Sr. Human Resources Manager

Kimpton Palladian Hotel•Seattle, WA

1d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Human Resources Manager assists the Regional Director of Human Resources with a variety of human resources functions at the Kimpton Palladian Hotel. The role is responsible for filling hourly positions in a timely manner, completing paperwork accurately and on time, understanding and enforcing company policies, and assisting with benefits and workers’ compensation duties. The position also supports employee relations, recruiting, payroll administration, onboarding, training, leave tracking, hotel orientation, and employee events. It requires regular attendance and participation in hotel meetings and training, and may include long hours and Manager on Duty coverage as required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a hotel or related industry.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with employees and guests at all levels in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
Listen to, understand, and clarify concerns raised by employees and guests.
Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
Handle problems effectively, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems.
Understand and evaluate complex information and data from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor.
Long hours may sometimes be required.
Sedentary work involving exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
College coursework in a related field is helpful.

Responsibilities

Administer insurance benefits, calculate billing totals, explain benefits, assist with enrollment forms, and answer questions.
Compile and distribute review lists to departments.
Compile, copy, and distribute the turnover report.
Enter payroll information, including wage information and changes, into the computer.
Conduct prescreening interviews.
Respond to unemployment claims and maintain the unemployment logbook.
Maintain the logbook for new hires, terminations, transfers, and promotions.
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 First Report of Injury and Employers Report of Industrial Injury forms.
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 and maintain the advertising logbook.
Process paperwork for terminating employees.
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 and assist with Highgate Hotel Orientation, including explaining benefits and conducting a property tour.
Write articles and take pictures for the property newsletter.
Assist with special projects and plan employee events, including meetings, picnics, and parties.
Coordinate the Travel Reduction Program, write the Travel Reduction Plan, and conduct the yearly transportation survey.
Maintain the First Aid log.
Attend required hotel meetings and trainings and participate in Manager on Duty coverage as required.
Maintain regular attendance and high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
Comply with Highgate Hotel standards and regulations, support safe and efficient hotel operations, and help identify and implement solutions to problem areas.
Perform other duties as requested by management.

Benefits

Travel discounts at Highgate hotels.
Medical insurance with three pricing tiers for full-time associates.
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.
Washington-based employees: 8 paid holidays per year; up to 20 days of paid vacation per year based on classification and length of service; and Paid Sick & Safe Time accruing at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 unused hours carried over.
Colorado-based employees: 8 paid holidays per year (Denver employees receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year); up to 20 days of paid vacation per year based on classification and length of service; and 6 days or 48 hours of paid sick leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
California-based employees: 8 paid holidays per year; up to 20 days of paid vacation per year based on classification and length of service, subject to stated caps; and paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, subject to location-specific carryover and accrual terms.