Development & Engagement Manager - Watermark Hotel

Development & Engagement Manager – The Watermark Hotel

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F. Saul Company Hospitality Group
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F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business‑class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental, Marriott, Hilton, and Best Western, including The Watermark Hotel, The Hay‑Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt.

We are seeking a phenomenal leader to become our Development & Engagement Manager at The Watermark Hotel, the all‑suite hotel located in Capital One Center, featuring 300 luxury residential suites.

• Oversee and administer all training and professional development functions, including creating and developing course content, facilitating training sessions and workshops, and managing corporate and hotel training initiatives.
• Plan and conduct meetings with department managers and team members to review performance trends, develop action plans, and provide recognition.
• Monitor departmental training programs, assist in pre‑shift meetings, execution of job‑skills checklists, and utilization of brand service toolkit training.
• Track, input, maintain, and audit individual training records to ensure full compliance with established corporate standards.
• Develop an annual training calendar and compile periodic reports of training activity.
• Assist with Human Resources functions as needed.
• Manage labor costs, utilize Kronos and Ulti Pro, and apply procurement guidelines to support profitability.
• Manage the workers’ compensation program and ensure Fire & Emergency training is conducted twice annually.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2 years in Human Resources, preferably in hospitality or service industry.
• Skills:
  
  Strong organizational, communication, facilitation, and strategic thinking abilities. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Physical Requirement:
  Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 20 pounds occasionally.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Vacation Policy
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Member Programs:
  Leaders of the Month/Year, Annual Performance Appraisals, Wage Increase Opportunities, Annual Banquets, Engagement Survey, Discounted Room Rates for Team Members, Family & Friends, Complimentary Room Stays, Weekly Payroll

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F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace dedicated to hiring diverse professionals.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Business Development and Sales

Industry: Hospitality

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