Director of Human Resources

Description

We are :

The Edgewater is Seattle's only over-water hotel where rock'n'roll history meets Pacific Northwest luxury! A part of Noble House Hotels and Resorts a curated collection of one-of-a kind hotels, resorts, and adventures. We provide our guests with exceptional service and the most memorable experiences!

Our Culture | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul

The Noble House Hotels & Resorts philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all." And neither are our team members. What makes us The Edgewater Hotel lies within our team. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine, and we like to have fun!

The role :

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources within the hotel, with a focus on managing unionized team members. This role involves strategic planning, labor relations, recruitment, team member development, and ensuring compliance with union agreements and labor laws. The HR Director will work closely with corporate leadership, hotel leadership, union representatives, and team members to maintain a positive working environment while balancing operational needs and union requirements. This position is onsite.

The Edgewater is an independent boutique, one of kind, 223 rooms iconic hotel with 11,000 sq ft of meeting space.

Key Responsibilities :

• Union Relations Management : Act as the primary point of contact between hotel management and union representatives. Ensure compliance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and resolve any disputes or grievances. Lead negotiations for new CBAs and manage ongoing labor contracts. Advise management on union-related issues, legal matters, and best practices for maintaining positive relations. Provide guidance on handling disciplinary actions, including grievances, arbitrations, and union-related investigations.
• Team member Relations : Develop and implement strategies to maintain positive team member relations, promoting a collaborative, respectful workplace. Provide leadership in resolving conflicts, addressing team member concerns, and fostering an open-door policy. Lead efforts to improve team member satisfaction and retention through regular feedback, surveys, and team-building initiatives.
• Recruitment & Staffing : Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process for both union and non-union team members. Create and implement meaningful onboarding plans including New Hire Orientation Ensure adherence to union hiring practices and maintain appropriate staffing levels to meet hotel operational needs. Collaborate with hiring managers to develop areas of responsibility and implement effective recruiting strategies.
• Compliance & Legal : Stay current on Federal, State, Local, labor laws, union regulations, and HR best practices to ensure full compliance. ADA, FMLA, WAPFML, Wage and Hour / Employment Law, OSHA, L and I, and Seattle Ordinances. Ensure the hotel’s HR policies and procedures align with federal, state, and local labor laws and collective bargaining agreements. Responsible for all compliance reporting and audits related to HR and union labor issues. Conduct investigations, collaborate on action plans to address issues and solve for ways to mitigate future issues.
• Training & Development : Design and implement team member training programs to enhance skills, ensure compliance, improve performance, and support leader development. Direct performance management initiatives to drive productivity and guest satisfaction.
• Compensation & Benefits : Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws in the calculation of overtime, exempt vs. non-exempt status, and meal / break requirements. Oversight over benefit enrollment, eligibility and administration Oversight and management of time away benefits and programs

Health & Safety :

Salary : $120,000-$145,000 Plus 25% Bonus Potential

We’ve got you covered…

Our team members are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. The Edgewater Hotel is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support team members and their families, including :

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender / sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in the family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications :

Salary : $120,000 - $145,000