Director of Human Resources

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO with rollover

Parental leave

Wellness tools

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on rooms & dining

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a Director of Human Resources to partner with senior leadership, shaping HR strategy across a portfolio of premium hotels in Austin, TX. The role oversees recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and training to drive a high-performance culture.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in HR (hospitality preferred), solid relationship-building, and leadership skills to foster an inclusive work environment and strategic talent development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience, hospitality preferred.
• HR certification (SHRM-SCP or SPHR) preferred.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and develop talent.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategy with goals.
• Oversee recruitment and selection to hire qualified associates.
• Foster an inclusive work environment and resolve conflicts.
• Implement performance management and provide development feedback.
• Manage compensation analysis to stay market-competitive.
• Deliver training programs to boost skills and performance.
• Track HR metrics to measure program effectiveness.
• Lead and mentor the HR team.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Employee relations

Talent development

Compensation analysis

HR metrics

Education

HR certification (SHRM-SCP / SPHR) preferred

Job description

Description

Summary: White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

What You'll Do

• As Director of Human Resources, you will partner with senior leadership to develop and implement strategies that support White Lodging's goals and objectives.
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process, ensuring the hiring of qualified individuals who contribute to the hotel's success.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by managing associate relations, addressing concerns, and resolving conflicts.
• Ensure the adoption and utilization of performance management systems to evaluate associate performance, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for development.
• Follow White Lodging compensation plans and ensure the hotel remains competitive in the market by completing market analysis regularly.
• Deliver White Lodging training programs to enhance associate skills, knowledge, and performance.
• Track and analyze HR metrics to measure the effectiveness of HR programs and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and manage a team of HR professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and development opportunities.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a hospitality setting.
• Certification in Human Resources preferred (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, etc.)
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with fellow associates and leaders.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Competencies required for this role include creating a service reputation, driving for results, guiding team success, building talent, execution, and planning & organizing.

Other information:

• Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Paid Parental Leave and Short-Term Disability
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
• Leadership development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities
• White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
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