HR Generalist

Vacatia; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality organization based in Fort Lauderdale is looking for a detail-driven HR partner to enhance the employee experience across various HR functions. The role emphasizes supporting onboarding, engagement, and compliance within a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should possess 2-4 years of HR experience, preferably in hospitality, and be familiar with platforms like ADP and Paylocity. This hybrid position allows for a balance of onsite duties and remote work, aiming to foster a culture of growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of Human Resources experience, ideally supporting multi-location or hospitality operations.
• Strong knowledge of onboarding processes, benefits fundamentals, and case management.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional new-hire experience by coordinating onboarding.
• Support employees with benefits questions and enrollments.
• Plan employee events and recognition programs.

Skills

Human Resources experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms

Confidentiality management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

UKG

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Vacatia and Support the Teams That Power Exceptional Resort Experiences

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (Hybrid)

Vacatia is an innovative hospitality company reinventing the vacation rental and ownership experience across discovery, booking, and stay. We’re building the next generation of travel lifestyle products including blending technology, hospitality, and design to create smarter, more connected experiences for guests, owners, and partners.

We’re looking for a detail-driven, people-focused HR partner who will elevate the employee experience across the full HR lifecycle from onboarding and benefits support to engagement programming and HR administration.

If you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and love solving meaningful people-focused challenges that blend process, communication, and care. This is your opportunity to make your mark at the intersection of hospitality and innovation.

Why You’ll Love Working at Vacatia

• Build the Future: Shape a seamless, modern HR experience that supports a rapidly growing hospitality organization and enhances the journey of every new hire.
• Impact That Matters: Play a hands-on role in onboarding, engagement, safety, and benefits processes that directly impact employee satisfaction, compliance, and operational success.
• Innovation at Scale: Work with leading HRIS platforms such as ADP, Paylocity, and UKG, while collaborating cross-functionally to improve systems, workflows, and support structures.
• Autonomy and Ownership: Manage your own case load, drive process improvements, coordinate events, and own key HR operations with high trust and visibility.
• Culture of Growth: Join a people-first HR team that values learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a fast-moving, supportive environment.

Your Impact

• Deliver an exceptional new‑hire experience by coordinating onboarding, preparing systems and materials, and ensuring seamless first‑day readiness.
• Support employees with benefits questions, eligibility needs, enrollments, and accurate HRIS updates across ADP, Paylocity, UKG, and carrier systems.
• Drive engagement and culture by planning employee events, recognition programs, and communication initiatives that strengthen connection and retention.
• Enhance HR operations through accurate recordkeeping, proactive support, and partnership with HR leadership on compliance and policy updates.

What You Bring

• 2–4 years of Human Resources experience, ideally supporting multi-location or hospitality operations.
• Hands‑on experience with ADP, Paylocity, and/or UKG strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of onboarding processes, benefits fundamentals, and workers’ compensation case management. Excellent communication, organizational, and follow‑through skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort learning new systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid schedule with required onsite presence in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
• Occasional travel between sites for events, onboarding, and HR support.
• Standard office environment with regular use of computer and communication tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and move around the workspace for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. for event setup or HR materials.
• Ability to use computers, communicate effectively, and maintain visual/auditory focus as needed.

Join us at the start of something big. If you’re ready to support people, strengthen culture, and elevate HR operations across a growing hospitality organization, we’d love to hear from you.