What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Director position at SkyBridge Luxury & Associates?
SkyBridge Luxury & Associates is proud to partner with a prestigious hotel in San Francisco to source a highly skilled Director of Human Resources. This leadership role is pivotal in fostering a positive work environment, managing labor relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in unionized environments, a deep understanding of hospitality HR practices, and the ability to align HR strategies with the hotel's overall goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Leadership:
- Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
- Partner with the executive team to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
- Oversee all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and succession planning.
Union Relations and Labor Compliance:
- Manage and maintain strong relationships with union representatives, ensuring productive communication and effective resolution of labor issues.
- Lead contract negotiations, grievance processes, and arbitrations in collaboration with the legal team.
- Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements, local labor laws, and employment regulations.
Employee Relations and Development:
- Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, emphasizing employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Design and deliver training programs to support employee development and career progression.
- Address employee concerns and disputes promptly and effectively, ensuring fair and equitable resolutions.
HR Operations and Compliance:
- Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, and OSHA requirements.
- Develop and enforce hotel policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal standards and company values.
Talent Acquisition and Retention:
- Lead recruitment efforts to attract high-caliber candidates across all hotel departments.
- Implement innovative retention strategies to reduce turnover and enhance employee satisfaction.
- Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and build a pipeline of talent for future growth.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR preferred).
- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, with significant time spent in unionized environments within the hospitality industry.
- Proven experience managing labor relations, contract negotiations, and grievance processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of California employment laws and regulations.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), and professional development opportunities.
- The opportunity to contribute to a world-class team at one of San Francisco’s most distinguished hotels.
