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Director of Human Resources

Warren Whitney
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025

The Jefferson Hotel, a well-established luxury hotel located in Richmond, Virginia is seeking its next Director of Human Resources. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide executive leadership, drive strategic operations, and make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry. As the Director of Human Resources, you will be part of a dynamic organization that provides the highest quality services available in the industry.

Job Overview : In this role, the Director of Human Resources will oversee all operations of the Human Resources Department for a staff of approximately 350 full and part-time employees, ensuring compliance with labor-related laws and guidelines, managing wage and salary administration, recruiting and staffing, employee relations, EEO compliance and reporting, and unemployment compensation. This leader will be responsible for the administration of employee benefits and workers' compensation programs. The Director will work closely with the Managing Director to foster a culture of inclusivity, professionalism, and excellence within the organization.

Category Type : This is a full-time, exempt position.

Reporting : This role reports directly to the Managing Director of the hotel. The Director of Human Resources will supervise a staff of 3 members and work closely with the Payroll Manager.

Objectives :

  • Acts as a strategic partner to the Managing Director and Leadership Team in advancing the organization's HR vision, operational strategy, and recruitment goals.
  • Ensures compliance with all labor-related laws and guidelines, implementing best practices in HR management.
  • Oversees successful recruitment, seamless onboarding, ongoing professional development, effective performance evaluation, and strong employee retention.
  • Manages employee relations, EEO compliance, and unemployment compensation processes.
  • Administers and optimizes employee benefits and workers' compensation programs.

Responsibilities :

General HR Operations :

  • Creates and maintains updated Departmental Standards and Checklists, tracking completion of initial and ongoing training for the organization.
  • Develops departmental service and operational manuals with department managers, ensuring updated versions are in place.
  • Maintains all job descriptions for the hotel and leads the performance management process for the hotel.
  • Benefits Administration :

  • Administers company benefit programs, including employee communication, enrollment, changes, and terminations.
  • Conducts open enrollment of benefit programs annually and communicates changes of benefits plans to the staff.
  • Oversees the worke rs' compensation program, ensuring proper reporting procedures and accurate reports.
  • Administers 401K and profit sharing programs.
  • Recruitment and Employee Relation s :

  • Recruits, interviews, and refers qualified candidates for all levels of employment.
  • Coaches and counsels managers and employees to enhance relationships and performance within the organization.
  • Supports and enforces disciplinary procedures and practices, reviewing all documentation for accuracy and consistency.
  • Compliance and Reporting :

  • Manages the maintenance of Employee and Human Resource records, ensuring compliance with all state and federal record-keeping requirements.
  • Responds to EEO and unemployment claims as required by law, providing complete documentation.
  • Completes all government-required reports for OSHA and Wage & Hour.
  • Qualifications and Skills :

  • Passionate about excellence in Human Resources management in the hospitality industry.
  • Strong judgment, analytic reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all departments.
  • Strong work ethic and high degree of professionalism.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Skilled in leveraging technology to streamline HR processes and enhance productivity.
  • Education, Experience, and Certification Requirements :

  • A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior HR director role preferably in the hospitality industry.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and industry standards for compliance.
  • Proficiency in using HR / Payroll Software systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience implementing an integrated Human Resource Information System including various modules like applicant tracking, online open enrollment, performance management and others.
  • SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
  • Compensation and Benefits :

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • To Apply :

    If you meet the qualifications outlined above, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in applying for this position . Please contact Tom Prest at if you have any questions.

    Resumes should be received by March 7, 2025.

    Warren Whitney (The Firm) is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm on behalf of its client will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical condition), disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, citizenship, or any other class protected by applicable law. The Firm reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and / or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.

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