Regional Director of Human Resources

Marriott Internationa; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc 24/7

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Davidson Hospitality Group seeks a Regional Director of Human Resources to lead HR strategy for multiple hotels and resorts, partnering with General Managers and senior leaders to elevate talent and culture. This onsite role requires building strong HR teams, sustaining compliance, and guiding workforce initiatives across properties.

You will develop leaders, drive employee engagement, and travel ~25% to support portfolio goals in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality, or a related field preferred.
• Eight years of progressive HR experience across multiple hotels, resorts, or locations.
• Multi-property HR leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence at all levels.
• Hospitality industry experience preferred.
• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, HRCI, or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership to multiple hotels and resorts within an assigned portfolio.
• Partner with General Managers to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Coach and support property HR leaders to build strong teams.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, workforce planning, and retention strategies.
• Drive employee engagement and develop leaders across the portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and Davidson policies.
• Develop and deliver training and leadership development programs.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform senior leadership.
• Travel approximately 25% to assigned properties.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

People management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Influence

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multi-property HR leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

Hospitality

Related field

Job description

Property Description

The Westin Indianapolis is a prestigious downtown hotel located in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana, offering exciting career opportunities for job applicants looking to join the hospitality industry. As part of the Westin brand, known for its focus on well-being and guest satisfaction, employees at The Westin Indianapolis can expect to work in a supportive and positive environment. The hotel offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary, events, and more, providing a diverse and fulfilling career path. The Westin Indianapolis is committed to creating a culture that values personal and professional growth, teamwork, and exceptional guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a modern and stylish environment, where they can showcase their skills, advance their career, and be part of a team that delivers exceptional service to guests. Joining the team at The Westin Indianapolis presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a renowned hotel that is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests in the vibrant city of Indianapolis.

Overview

Location: Indianapolis, IN or Key West, FLPosition: OnsiteTravel: Approximately 25%

Are you a strategic and passionate Human Resources leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment? Davidson Hospitality Group is seeking a Regional Director of Human Resources to support a portion of our portfolio and serve as a trusted HR partner to property and operational leadership.

This is an onsite leadership opportunity based in either Indianapolis, Indiana or Key West, Florida, with approximately 25% travel to support assigned properties within the portfolio. The Regional Director will provide strategic HR leadership across multiple hotels and/or resorts while partnering closely with General Managers, property HR leaders, and senior operational leadership.

In this role, you will help shape culture, strengthen talent strategies, develop leaders, and drive employee engagement across the portfolio. You will serve as a resource and coach to property leadership, ensuring Davidson’s people practices are consistently and effectively executed while recognizing the unique needs of each property.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic HR leadership, guidance, and support to multiple hotels and/or resorts within an assigned portfolio.

Partner with General Managers and senior leaders to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business and operational goals.

Coach and support property Human Resources leaders, helping build strong HR teams and develop future leaders.

Oversee and support talent acquisition, onboarding, workforce planning, succession planning, retention, and employee engagement strategies.

Partner with leaders to strengthen organizational culture and create an exceptional employee experience across the portfolio.

Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, investigations, and other complex HR matters.

Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and Davidson policies.

Develop and facilitate training and leadership development programs for managers and employees.

Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Support organizational changes, transitions, openings, renovations, and other strategic initiatives across the portfolio.

Build strong relationships with property leadership and serve as a visible and accessible HR resource.

Travel approximately 25% to assigned properties and other business locations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality, or a related field preferred.

Minimum of 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with demonstrated experience supporting multiple hotels, resorts, or business locations.

Multi-property HR leadership experience is required.

Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.

Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives.

Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of an organization.

Proven ability to partner effectively with General Managers and senior operational leaders.

Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on support for property teams.

Hospitality experience strongly preferred.

SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, HRCI, or similar professional certification preferred.

Important Position Requirements

This is an onsite position based in either Indianapolis, Indiana or Key West, Florida.

Approximately 25% travel is expected to support assigned properties within Davidson’s portfolio.

Candidates must be comfortable working in a multi-property, fast-paced hospitality environment and building strong relationships with leaders across multiple locations.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award‑winning, full‑service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage


• Dental & Vision Coverage


• 24/7 Teledoc service


• Free Maintenance Medications


• Pet Insurance


• Hotel Discounts


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).


• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify. #LI-JC1