Hospitality HR Leader: Assistant Director

Hilton; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

ESPP—employee stock purchase program

Paid parental leave

Caregiving concierge services

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton San Diego Bayfront is seeking an Assistant Director of Human Resources to lead the hotel’s HR function and elevate the team member experience with a hospitality-first approach.

We’re looking for candidates with 3+ years in hotel HR or seasoned department leaders transitioning into HR, including handling employee relations, investigations and disciplinary actions. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, and union experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hotel HR experience or proven hotel department leadership with hands-on employee relations, investigations, and disciplinary decisions.
• Union experience is a valuable asset.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Support HR strategy and operations: Assist in developing and executing HR strategies aligned with the hotel’s business objectives, ensuring compliance with corporate HR policies and federal/local regulations
• Oversee HR department: Supervise HR department daily activities across functions, including recruiting, training, wage/benefit administration, compliance, and team member relations
• Administer HR systems and reporting: Oversee team member data management, generate reports on key HR functions, and track compliance with company and regulatory requirements
• Support financial goals: Assist in managing HR budgets, ensuring efficient resource use while aligning HR operations with the hotel’s financial objectives
• Enhance team member engagement: Manage the hotel team member relations program, including events, communications, and special initiatives, to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs

Skills

Hotel HR experience

Employee relations

Investigations

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Hilton San Diego Bayfront is seeking an Assistant Director of Human Resources to lead the hotel’s HR function and elevate the team member experience with a hospitality-first approach.

We’re looking for candidates with 3+ years in hotel HR or seasoned department leaders transitioning into HR, including handling employee relations, investigations and disciplinary actions. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, and union experience is a plus.