Complex HR Manager

Highgate; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Complex Human Resources Manager at Renaissance Las Vegas is responsible for supporting the Complex Director and Assistant Directors in managing HR initiatives, filling open positions promptly, enforcing policies, and assisting with benefits and workers’ compensation duties.

You will oversee prescreening, payroll entry, hiring ads, onboarding, training, and compliance with Highgate SOPs while coordinating with hotel leadership to maintain service standards and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of progressive Human Resources experience in a hotel or related industry.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all staff levels.
• Willingness to work long hours and maintain a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HR standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist associates and leadership with resources and general inquiries.
• Enter payroll information and changes in wage data.
• Conduct prescreening interviews.
• Respond to unemployment claims and maintain logs.
• Maintain hire, termination, transfer and promotion records.
• Audit hours for benefits eligibility and maintain Leave logs.
• Coordinate recruitment advertising and onboarding processes.
• Facilitate hotel orientation and employee training modules.
• Assist with benefits questions and 401K plan information.
• Participate in HR projects, culture initiatives, and meetings.

Skills

HR experience

Supervisory experience

Communication

Multitasking

Attendance reliability

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

College coursework in related field

Job description

Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

As the largest smoke-free, non-gaming hotel in Las Vegas, the 548-room Renaissance is a fresh, welcoming alternative for business and leisure travelers. Sleek and stylish, the hotel delivers modern design and sophisticated details throughout their guest rooms, social venues and the signature restaurant, ENVY Steakhouse. The hotel offers exciting programming including 50-minute fitness classes, Kona Craft Beer, and an in-room amenity upon arrival, all complimentary to the guest.

Overview

The Complex Human Resources Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Complex Director and Assistant Directors of Human Resources in managing a variety of HR initiatives and functions within the complex. He/she is also responsible for filling all open positions in a timely manner, accurate and timely completion of paperwork, the understanding and enforcement of company policies, and assisting with benefits and workers compensation duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist Highgate associates and leadership with necessary resources and general inquiries.
• Compile data review lists and distribute to departments.
• Compile Turnover Report, copy and distribute.
• Enter payroll information on computer (wage information, changes).
• Conduct prescreening interviews.
• Respond to unemployment claims, maintain unemployment logbook.
• Maintain new hire, termination, transfer and promotion logbook.
• Audit hours worked in payroll reports for eligibility of benefits.
• Compile wage surveys.
• Monitor and maintain Leave of Absence log.
• Monitor Workman’s Compensation claims, complete First Report of Injury and Employers Report of Industrial Injury.
• Answer questions regarding 401K Plan, vacation and benefits (insured and noninsured).
• Maintain complimentary room night log, process employee requests.
• Prepare and place recruitment advertising.
• Process paperwork for terminating employees.
• Maintain advertising logbook.
• Become certified trainer in all Human Resources training modules.
• Ensure compliance with all HR and related Loss Prevention SOP’s.
• Participate in Highgate Hotel Culture & Engagement Committees.
• Schedule Highgate Hotel Orientation.
• Facilitate Highgate Hotel Orientation – explain benefits, conduct tour of property, and complete all required processing documents.
• Write articles and take pictures for property newsletter.
• Assist with special projects; plan employee events (meetings, events, conferences).
• Coordinate Travel Reduction Program, write Travel Reduction Plan, conduct yearly transportation survey.
• Maintain Safety and First Aid logs and other compliance related documents
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of progressive Human Resources experience in a hotel or a related industry required.
• Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
• College course work in related field helpful
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Long hours sometimes required.
• Sedentary work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel 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 wearing nametags.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.