Human Resources Director

Peregrine Hospitality; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Peregrine Hospitality in the Pocono Mountains is seeking a seasoned Director of Human Resources to serve as the on-property HR leader for our resort. You will partner with Regional HR to develop and execute strategies that support engagement, labor relations, benefits, and compliance.

This role requires strong leadership, in-depth knowledge of employment law, HRIS and payroll systems (UKG preferred), and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred, or a minimum of 4 years progressive HR experience.
• Prior hotel or resort HR experience preferred.
• Proven experience leading others.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, recruiting, employee relations, and talent retention.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (UKG preferred).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive matters.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-property HR leader and primary support for all HR needs.
• Partner with Regional HR to develop and execute HR strategies.
• Support employee engagement, labor relations, benefits, administration, workers' comp, learning and development, compliance, and recruiting.
• Advise and influence property leadership on HR matters.
• Foster a positive culture and lead by example.
• Maintain professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Skills

Leading teams

Employee relations

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Confidentiality

Adaptability

HR policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems (UKG)

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Director serves as the on-property HR leader and primary support for all HR needs. Will partner with Regional HR to develop and execute HR strategies. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for supporting employee engagement, labor relations, benefits, administration, workers comp, learning and development, compliance, and recruiting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or a related field preferred, or a minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience.
• Prior hotel or resort HR experience preferred.
• Proven experience effectively leading others.
• Strong background in employment law, recruiting, employee relations, and talent retention.
• Proven experience leading employee engagement, performance management, and talent development initiatives.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems required; UKG experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Strong understanding of EEO, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and other applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to effectively advise and influence property leadership on HR matters.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive employee and business matters.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and remain flexible through changing priorities.
• Be detail oriented and able to multi-task efficiently in a high-volume operation.
• Foster a positive culture within the hotel to include leading by example and providing guidance and support to all management and team members.

Located in the Pocono Mountains, our 1,500-employee hotel and ski resort is seeking a talented, engaged Director of Human Resources to lead resort-wide people operations.

Life’s good up here — all year long. Camelback is where thrill meets chill, and every season brings something unforgettable. From snow days to sun rays, mountain views to lazy rivers, adventure lives around every corner. Whether you’re here to play, gather, or unwind, this is the place where stories start and good vibes stick. Because up here, adventure never takes a season off.