HR Generalist

Purpose for the Position: The HR Generalist is responsible for aligning the corporate people strategy within the hotel. In partnership with hotel leadership they drive employee engagement, help retention and help implement culture by building initiatives within the hotel. This role is also responsible for ensuring compliance with ADA, harassment investigations, leaves of absence, recruitment, training and development, wage and hour rules, workers compensation, as well as ensuring that federal and state laws are being adhered to. The HR Generalist helps foster an environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

Essential Responsibilities:

HR Compliance

1. Ensures that HR policies and procedures are being followed by employees.

2. Ensures that labor laws, federal and state laws are being followed and adhered to.

3. Handles employee relations issues as they arise and provides guidance on workplace concerns and conflicts. Works with corporate HR to resolve complex matters.

4. Completes payroll for the property and oversees wage and hour compliance.

Recruitment

1. Ensures recruitment platforms are being used fully and efficiently, and job postings are refreshed with appropriate job postings and appropriate branding is being used.

2. Supports a seamless onboarding experience for new hires, to ensure they integrate appropriately into the hotel culture.

People Operations

1. With hotel leadership and corporate guidance, develops and implements programs that helps enhance employee satisfaction and reduces turnover.

2. Conduct interviews as appropriate and provide feedback as necessary.

3. Coordinates recognition programs that celebrate team achievements and individual employee accomplishments.

4. Provides news for the Windsor Newsletter by working to capture content.

5. Responds to employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and general related matters.

6. Submits employee injury reports to Workers’ compensation.

7. Helps lead initiatives that enhance team morale and strengthen workplace relationships.

8. Supports and adheres to the core values, the mission statement, service fundamentals, and guest service philosophy as defined by the company.

9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

HRIS System

1. Ad Hoc reporting as necessary for Finance and Corporate Human Resources.

2. Ensures all data in Paycom is relevant and up to date.

3. Audits Paycom hotel data to ensure it is accurate.

4. Maintains accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with relevant regulations.

Qualifications:

• At least 4 to 5 years experience in Human Resources, People Operations, or a related role, preferably in hospitality.

• Strong Self- Starter Mentality – Proactive, resourceful, and able to take initiative without constant supervision. Comfortable working independently and driving projects forward – required.

• Problem-solving mindset with proactive approach.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, HRIS system, and Applicant Tracking System.

• Understanding employment laws and regulations related to HR practices.

• A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Hotel experience highly preferred

• Bilingual, Spanish and English is not required but highly desirable.