Westin Bonaventure - Assistant Director Human Resources

The right candidate will have workers compensation experience as well as bilingual: Spanish speaking.

The Assistant Director of Human Resources is responsible for assisting the Director Human Resources in staffing qualified personnel; ensuring employment statute compliance; overseeing all aspects of wage, benefit, worker's compensation unemployment; training program direction, implementation and administration; and employee relations coaching, counseling and discipline. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.

Exempt managers must customarily and regular direct the work of at least 3 full-time associates or their equivalents. Primary duties must consist of administrative, executive, or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 4 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a hotel or a related industry; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 years of related experience; or a 2-year college degree and 2 or more years of related experience.
• Previous supervisory responsibility required.
• College course work in related field helpful
• Familiarity with and knowledge of employment laws are helpful.
• Must be proficient in Windows Operating Systems
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must routinely meet deadlines.
• Must be able to multi task.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.
• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from disparate sources and consider, adjust, or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Approach all encounters with guests and Associates in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality dress code and wearing a name tag when working (per brand standards)
• Comply with and ensure adherence to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include: Food Handlers, Alcohol awareness, CPR and First Aid.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Associates must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow Associates.
• Assist with providing direction to the Human Resources staff.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of Human Resources budget.
• Maintain thorough and current knowledge of all Human Resources/Associate regulations and laws, and ensure that the property is in compliance.
• Participate in EEO, Unemployment, Wage & Hour, Worker's Compensation, OSHA, ADA, Immigration and Naturalization Service hearings. Implement policies and programs to guarantee compliance.
• Communicate new policies, information, and directives to all Associates.
• Instruct staff in interpretation of HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure staffs compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and monitor recruitment, screening and reference checking of all non-exempt personnel.
• Recruit, interview and recommend all exempt personnel
• Help to maintain Associate benefits programs union relations, dues and welfare pension funds.
• Help to set up, approve, and maintain all wage and salary programs, including performance evaluations.
• Recommend and/or approve all Associate transitions, i.e. new hire, transfer, promotion, etc. Assist in creating a positive team-oriented environment which focuses on the guest, through Associate development and motivation.
• Maintain open door policy.
• Monitor and analyze turnover statistics
• Conduct training classes.
• Update and submit required reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in and monitor safety committee in compliance with Loss Prevention SOP's.
• Ensure compliance with all HR related Loss Prevention SOP's.
• Establish and maintain safety incentive program.
• Become a certified trainer in all current HR training modules.
• Participate in and monitor effectiveness of committees.
• Practice positive Associate relations, including coaching, counseling & discipline.
• Help to develop and maintain "no cost" benefit programs.
• Monitor training program.
• Participate in and monitor orientation programs.
• Develop managers for future advancement.
• Ensure managers are using coaching, counseling and discipline to address issues/concerns.
• Ensure Associate Opinion Survey is completed by all Associates.
• Condense and expedite paperwork, develop internal communications, improve record keeping.
• Help to develop and maintain suggestion box program.
• Plan and edit employee newsletter.
• Manage all personnel files.
• Manage resume and application files
• Help to develop and monitor recruitment resources.
• Attend meetings/training as required by management.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Elegantly presiding over the City of Angels, The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites provides the ultimate urban oasis in the heart of the business district. An international symbol that has come to represent the beauty and sophistication of the city itself, this famous Westin Los Angeles hotel is one of the most photographed destinations in the world. Visitors can stroll through our atrium lobby, and they'll immediately see why. Whether visiting for a leisurely weekend getaway, business meeting, or special event, our downtown Los Angeles accommodations define the essence of modern luxury. Guests can enjoy spectacular skyline views, access to over 40 specialty boutiques and restaurants, and unparalleled meeting and conference facilities. Discover LA's largest convention hotel - widely regarded as a 'City-within-a City' - sure to surpass all expectations.

Application deadline for Colorado positions: The right candidate will have workers compensation experience as well as bilingual: Spanish speaking.