Director of Talent & Culture, Rosewood Washington D.C
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Job Description
BEGIN YOUR ROSEWOOD JOURNEY
We believe that life is made of many journeys: inspiration, wonderment, curiosity, or the simple joy of discovering something new every day. If you share the same sentiment, then this opportunity is for you.
Rosewood Washington D.C. is recruiting a Director of Talent & Culture. The Director of Talent & Culture is responsible for the leadership and management of all functions within the division, in accordance with hotel and company standards. This role directs, implements, and maintains a service and management philosophy which serves as a guide to leadership on strategic staffing plans, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, talent development, budget, and labor relations. This position is a member of the hotel’s Executive Committee.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CRITICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Rosewood Washington DC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and applicants are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to starting employment. In accordance with the law, Rosewood Washington DC will accommodate employees who cannot be administered the COVID-19 vaccine for medical or religious reasons, and applicants should contact the Director of Talent and Culture if they have questions about this requirement or wish to request an accommodation.
This position is open to candidates based in Washington D.C. This position will be full-time onsite on property in Washington D.C. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - 120,000 per year. This is the pay range for this position that the company reasonably expects to pay. This position also may be eligible for bonuses. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience, type of experience, location, and education.
About Us
Brilliantly positioned in the heart of Georgetown along the historic C&O Canal, Rosewood Washington, D.C. provides guests with premium access to the vibrant cultural epicenter of the nation’s capital. The hotel’s 55 rooms, including 12 suites and 6 townhouses, combine traditional refinement with a thoroughly modern sense of sophistication. From plush furnishings to intuitive technology, every element has been thoughtfully considered to create comfortable, residential-style living spaces equally suited to business and leisure travel. Wolfgang Puck takes on Washington. Witness the evolution of his acclaimed culinary concept at CUT D.C., which draws on the region's finest farms and fisheries to showcase the variety of the Mid-Atlantic, as well as CUT Bar and Lounge and CUT Above.
BEGIN YOUR ROSEWOOD JOURNEY
We believe that life is made of many journeys: inspiration, wonderment, curiosity, or the simple joy of discovering something new every day. If you share the same sentiment, then this opportunity is for you.
Rosewood Washington D.C. is recruiting a Director of Talent & Culture. The Director of Talent & Culture is responsible for the leadership and management of all functions within the division, in accordance with hotel and company standards. This role directs, implements, and maintains a service and management philosophy which serves as a guide to leadership on strategic staffing plans, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, talent development, budget, and labor relations. This position is a member of the hotel’s Executive Committee.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in developing training and communication materials that will help to proliferate and ensure that the company culture, property vision, guiding principles values and brand image is being embedded in the workplace.
- Prepare department budget annually. Track actual to forecast and keep expenses within budget.
- Manages talent acquisition process, including sourcing, testing, interviewing, hiring and onboarding.
- Creates and updates compensation/benefits strategy through market analysis and pay surveys.
- Ensures all employment practices comply with federal, state and local regulations such as but not limited to: Wage and Hour, FMLA, PFMLA, Disability, Workers Compensation, Immigration, Unemployment, A.D.A
- Coach and guide managers on employment matters, including employee coach and counselling, performance improvement plans, and employee relations challenges. Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues and conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
- Understands business goals and assists in the implementation of new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity and development of our workforce.
- Oversee function of the data management system to include, but not limited to, entry of associate member data, recording employment transitions (i.e. hire, separation, leaves of absence, etc.), generating reports (i.e. payroll analysis, labor turnover, etc.) and processing unemployment claims
- Oversee and administer all training and professional development functions to include, but not limited to, creating and/or developing course content, facilitating and/or conducting training sessions/workshops, planning and implementing corporate and hotel training initiatives, conducting needs assessments, measuring training effectiveness and ensuring on-the-job application of service, leadership, specialty and department-specific training initiatives.
- Conduct audits to ensure compliance with all recordkeeping such as: benefit records, associate files, wage notices, mandatory training requirements, I9 records, etc.
- Support all corporate initiatives inclusive of Corporate Social Responsibility, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, College relationships, Social Media platforms.
- Compliant with all corporate initiatives and reporting to include Operational Management Review, Performance Appraisals, Succession Planning, and quarterly reporting requirements
- Oversight of associate events to include ‘Extraordinary Awards’, quarterly general assembly, monthly events.
- Oversight of workers and unemployment compensation programs, represent the Company at various hearings and minimize liabilities. Direct and promote accident prevention programs to minimize liabilities and related expenses. Ensure appropriate emergency, sanitary, safety and security procedures are in place, follow and comply with policies, standards, and regulations. Ensure the staff is proficient in sanitary, safety, security, and emergency procedures.
- Is always a “brand ambassador” and ensures brand integrity and clarity are always maintained.
- Foster and promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and employee morale.
- Maintain effective flow of communication by attending required hotel meetings and conducting departmental pre-shift and monthly associate meetings.
- Interact and respond in a courteous and professional manner with all guests, associates, and community members, inclusive of resolving all guest and associate difficulties.
CRITICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in hotel management, human resources or a relevant field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience in a managerial role within the Human Resources field, preferably in a luxury or ultra-luxury union environment.
- Minimum five years’ senior Human Resources leadership experience at a luxury property, preferably in a union environment.
- Proficient in ADP Workforce Now, ADP eTime, Birchstreet Procurement System and Microsoft Office Suite, general computer literacy and familiarity with databases and spreadsheets for data analysis.
- Up to date knowledge relating to human resources laws, best practices, and policy administration. SHRM Certification a plus.
- Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest's service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest and associate information and pertinent hotel data. Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Required to speak, read, and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred.
Rosewood Washington DC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and applicants are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to starting employment. In accordance with the law, Rosewood Washington DC will accommodate employees who cannot be administered the COVID-19 vaccine for medical or religious reasons, and applicants should contact the Director of Talent and Culture if they have questions about this requirement or wish to request an accommodation.
This position is open to candidates based in Washington D.C. This position will be full-time onsite on property in Washington D.C. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - 120,000 per year. This is the pay range for this position that the company reasonably expects to pay. This position also may be eligible for bonuses. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience, type of experience, location, and education.
About Us
Brilliantly positioned in the heart of Georgetown along the historic C&O Canal, Rosewood Washington, D.C. provides guests with premium access to the vibrant cultural epicenter of the nation’s capital. The hotel’s 55 rooms, including 12 suites and 6 townhouses, combine traditional refinement with a thoroughly modern sense of sophistication. From plush furnishings to intuitive technology, every element has been thoughtfully considered to create comfortable, residential-style living spaces equally suited to business and leisure travel. Wolfgang Puck takes on Washington. Witness the evolution of his acclaimed culinary concept at CUT D.C., which draws on the region's finest farms and fisheries to showcase the variety of the Mid-Atlantic, as well as CUT Bar and Lounge and CUT Above.
- Department: Management
Director of Talent & Culture, Rosewood Washington D.C
Full-time, Indefinite
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