Human Resources Manager

Location: New York

About UsIt’s Your Moment to Rise. Start Your Journey with us at the The Westin New York Grand Central and discover a place where you’re given a choice to not just get up and go to work, but rise. To feel empowered by career growth opportunities in a people-first environment. And to work together to enhance the well-being of our guests, our communities and each other.

We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. Discover our team spirit during Monthly Town Hall Celebrations, rejuvenation during all shifts with complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner. If you’re someone who is positive, adaptable and intuitive, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how at The Westin New York Grand Central, together we can rise.

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No Overview Directs  and ensures the efficient administration and management of the Human Resources function to include recruiting, training, wage/benefit administration, compliance with statutory requirements and the execution of associates relations activities, in order to provide each department with the personnel, guidance, and support necessary to achieve their guest service and business objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for payroll processing

Assists in the development, implementation, and administration of all Human Resource functions, including recruitment, training and development, benefit administration and associate relations activities, relating to all hotel personnel.

Direct and instruct the management staff in effective recruiting and interviewing techniques using methods such as verbal presentations and written directions to ensure the hiring and retention of qualified and efficient associates. Conduct interviews for all management positions and make hiring recommendations.

Monitor the associate performance appraisal programs. Read and analyze evaluations and goals to ensure appraisal comments are appropriate and goals are measurable and achievable. Direct and administer associate relations programs and activities such as associate recognition and service award ceremonies, social functions, and general hotel meetings to maintain a positive associate relations climate.

Develop, implement, and administer policies and programs related to the management of all hotel personnel to ensure the maintenance of a positive and productive employment environment.

Ensure compliance with all State and Federal laws and regulations which pertain to Human Resources by reviewing current management practices, implementing new procedures, and communicating verbally and in writing any new requirements. Oversee compliance with Affirmative Action Plan.

Provide assistance, guidance and counseling to the General Manager, management staff in order to maximize the quality and professionalism of the hotel staff by listening and interpreting concerns and objectives and seeking solutions.

Control the administration of wages and benefits to ensure the accurate and equitable application of same, analyzing and applying information retrieved from moderately complex reports, manuals and/or computer systems.

Manage all labor relations activities by administering union contracts and ensuring compliance. Respond to all grievances in writing, negotiate settlements and act as the hotel representative at all arbitrations. At applicable properties.

Oversee pre-selection activities, including drug testing; reference checks, etc., to ensure compliance with all…