|
Director of Human Resources - Hotel ICON
 |
Scope of this Position |
|
- Human Resource Director
- THE PROPERTY:
- A luxurious downtown Houston hotel located within the city’s thriving legal and business districts, Hotel ICON is a $35 million historic reinvention of the landmark Union National Bank building.
- Featuring 12 stories of custom-designed furnishings and sleek and trendy décor, this personal luxury hotel has become a gathering place for the city’s power brokers - and a choice destination for business and leisure travelers who appreciate exquisite accommodations and service.
- Hotel ICON’s world-class amenities include VOICE Restaurant, BALANCE Day Spa; and 5,000 square feet of event space offering the elegance and ambiance of an historic mansion.
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- RECRUITING
- Ensure all exempt and non-exempt positions are filled in a timely manner by utilizing current and creating new innovative resources.
- EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
- Act as a liaison between hotel staff and management as needed.
- LABOR RELATIONS
- Employee relations and labor-related matters as they relate to federal, state and local employment and civil rights laws including, but not limited to, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, Equal Pay Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, workers’ compensation and comparable state and local laws, and general human and civil rights.
- Work with managers and departments to determine position openings and recruiting strategies to filling them.
- FACILITATION
- In conjunction with hotel managers open employee communications to discern grievances and respond to those grievances in an appropriate manner, including redressing those meriting correction.
- HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION
- 1. Benefits
- >> a. Process all benefit enrollments, maintenance changes and terminations for all associates at the property.
- >> b. Conducts benefit orientations to educate and inform newly eligible associates as to the insurance options available to them.
- >> c. Assist associates with enrollments, changes and termination to their benefit programs and transitional information.
- >> d. Work with insurance carriers and plan vendors to understand the process and programs offered as they relate to the associates
- >> e. Accurately and timely process the benefit reports for Destination Hotels & Resorts utilizing tracking methods and invoicing software programs, ensuring accurate billing and employee payroll deductions
- >> f. Administer COBRA information and enrollment procedures for eligible associates as required by law.
- 2. New Hire and Termination Process
- >> a. Process all employee new-hire and termination procedure work as it relates their position.
- >> b. Manage the termination process and associate’s personnel information with diligence and confidentiality, as the situation requires.
- >> c. Conduct and quantify results of Exit Interviews
- POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
- Continuously review and revise policies and procedures to conform to current best business practices.
- CULTURE/EMPLOYEE RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
- 1. Perform new-hire orientations as needed to acclimate associates to the property
- 2. Recognize and reward associates with different, unique programs expressing sincerity in our Thank You.
- TRAINING: Develop and implement training programs to help foster employee culture, and create awareness in policy, procedure, and safety among working at the property.
- 1. Develop management training programs to better align department managers with related issues
- 2. Work with managers to ensure timely review/recognition programs are being utilized
- 3. Consistently reinforce training programs related to operations of the property:
- >> -Risk Management/Worker Safety
- >> -Harassment
- >> -Legal issues
- OPERATIONS: Assist management team in all aspects of hotel operations as they relate to the role of Senior Manager.
- 1. Perform MOD shifts as needed or required by property policy.
- 2. Attend management / operations meetings.
- 3. Assist departments currently not staffed by a full-time manager.
- 4. Interact with guests as to their experience with us, acknowledge feedback.
- 5. Practice our Mission Statement and Guiding Principles everyday.
|
Job Requirements |
|
- Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
- REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- =================
- EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree
- EXPERIENCE
- Five to Seven years of Human Resources experience and operations management required.
- PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- ==================
- LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
- Graduate Certificate, Human Resources Management
- Certificate, Professional of Human Resources (PHR / SPHR)
- Member of a Professional Human Resources Association (SHRM)
- LANGUAGES
- Bilingual capability in English and Spanish a plus!
|
Compensation |
|
| Salary | Highly Competitive Salary | | Bonus | Yes |
|
Benefits |
|
| Paid Vacation | Yes | | Personal Leave | Yes |
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Matching 401k - immediately vested
- Company Hotel Travel Benefits
- Medical Flex Spending Accounts
|
- Employee Referral Program up to $5,000
- Fantastic Work Environment
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal Leave
- An Equal Opportunity Employer
- We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.
|
|
How to Apply |
|
Job #117231 — Director of Human Resources - Hotel ICON
Hotel Icon |
220 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002 |
|
|
Management |
|
|
Property Description |
|
About Hotel Icon
Named one of the Top 100 New Hotels in the World by Conde Nast Traveler, Hotel ICON is a luxurious downtown Houston hotel located at the heart of the city’s legal and business districts. Designed by renowned San Francisco design firm Candra Scott & Anderson, this $35 million historic reinvention of the landmark Union National Bank building, built in 1911, features 12 stories of custom-designed period furnishings, opulent décor and original artwork.
A top destination for discerning business and leisure travelers, Hotel ICON offers the finest amenities and personalized service. Enjoy the pinnacle of Houston fine dining at BANK, an award-winning restaurant, or socialize in Houston’s most seductive lounge, the Lobby Loft. Pamper yourself with relaxing massages, wraps and other indulgences at BALANCE Day Spa, or burn off stress anytime, day or night, at Hotel ICON’s extensive Executive Fitness Facility. Hold a memorable and finely polished event, wedding or meeting in Hotel ICON’s 5,000 square feet of elegant Houston event space.
Whether you’re coming to Houston for business or pleasure, Hotel ICON’s central location, outstanding amenities, spectacular accommodations and dedication to upholding the highest standards of excellence in service and quality will encourage you to stay as long as you wish — and come back again and again |
|
Why People Like to Work for Us |
|
WHO WE ARE:Destination Hotels & Resorts began in 1972 with the development and management of condominium resorts. Since then, we have grown to become the country's second largest independent hospitality management company with more than 7,500 employees, over 7,000 guest rooms, and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management. We are a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based Lowe Enterprises, a privately-held, national real estate organization active in commercial and hospitality property investment, management, and development.
Since its inception, Lowe has been responsible for more than $6 billion in prominent real estate assets nationwide. Destination Hotels & Resorts is unique in the lodging industry in that our primary mission is to create value for guests, investors, and associates in each of our hotels and resorts. We do this by developing an innovative, customized business and service plan for each property we manage and combining it with the sales, marketing, and operating resources of a company many times our size.
This lodging industry expertise, together with the real estate savvy of Lowe, has allowed us to bring a different perspective to the hotel management business.OUR CULTURE:Destination Hotels & Resorts fosters a creative, entrepreneurial and energetic work environment where people come to work and have fun. We value passionate people who love to be challenged and desire the freedom to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your role will be integral to the success of our company. We strive to create a work place culture that values family, work life balance and community. We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers with Destination Hotels & Resorts.
Our associates are proud to work here! |
|
Awards |
|
Ranked by Global Traveler as 10 Best Individual Hotels in the United States
Four Star rating |
|
Property Statistics |
|
| Year built | 1911 |
| Last year renovated | 2004 |
| Number of rooms | 139 |
| Number of employees | 165 |
|
| | Computer software | | Fidelio, Micros, Delphi |
|
|
| |
|
Food & Beverage Outlets |
|
| Restaurants |  Fine Dining
|
| | Lounges | Lobby
|
|
|
Amenities |
|
| Hotel Amenities | - In-room whirlpool/Jacuzzi available
- Fitness Facility
- Spas
- Business Center
- Beauty salon/barber
- Concierge services
| - In-room coffee/tea
- In-room safe
- Minibar
- Newspaper (Mon-Fri)
- Turndown Service
| | Spa Amenities | - Fitness Center
- Salon Services
| |
|
Internet Links |
|
|
How to Apply |
|
Job #117231 — Director of Human Resources - Hotel ICON
|
