Temporary Human Resources Director

At Claremont Resort & Club, we believe that exceptional hospitality starts with extraordinary people. For over a century, our iconic resort has set the standard for luxury and service in the Bay Area. We take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests—and a rewarding, inclusive workplace for our colleagues. Situated on 22 acres in the Berkeley and Oakland Hills, Claremont Resort & Club seamlessly blends its rich 19th-century history with the modern day to offer the very best of the Bay Area.

Guests dine with friends at Limewood, relax at our urban oasis, The Spa at the Claremont, and discover total wellness at The Club at the Claremont- all while taking in the breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay.
** Overview
* * The Temporary Task Force Director of Human Resources will provide interim leadership and oversight of the HR function at the Claremont Resort & Club. The temporary assignment is expected to last 5-6 months. This role ensures continuity in human resources operations including supporting associates, maintaining compliance and ensuring effective management of the Human Resources function. This will include recruiting, training, compliance with statutory requirements and the execution of associates relations activities, in order to provide associates with the guidance, and support necessary to achieve their guest service and business objectives.###

** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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* Job Responsibilities:

*** Provide assistance, guidance and counseling to the General Manager, management staff and associates at assigned hotel in order to maximize the quality and professionalism of the hotel staff by listening and interpreting concerns and objectives and seeking solutions.
* Assists in the development, implementation and administration of all Human Resource functions, including recruitment, training and development, payroll and associate relations activities, relating to all hotel personnel.
* Ensure that associates are developed and utilized to their maximum potential by controlling the implementation, administration and monitoring of all training programs. Instruct training classes, analyze and review current and proposed methods, consult with and make recommendations to the management staff for improvement.
* Direct and instruct the management staff in effective recruiting and interviewing techniques using methods such as verbal presentations and written directions to ensure the hiring and retention of qualified and efficient associates. Conduct interviews for all management positions. Ensure all other pre-selection activities are completed, including reference checks, background checks, etc. Ensure all new hires and existing associates possess proper employment eligibility verifications.
* Ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures and Federal, State and Local laws and regulations which pertain to Human Resources. Implement new procedures and communicate verbally and in writing any new requirements.
* Direct and administer associates relations programs and activities such as associate recognition and service award ceremonies, social functions and general hotel meetings to maintain a positive associate relations climate. Monitor the associate performance appraisal programs. Analyze evaluations to ensure appraisal comments are appropriate and verify goals are measurable and achievable.
* Control the administration of wages and benefits to ensure the accurate and equitable application of same, analyzing and applying information retrieved from moderately complex reports, manuals and/or computer systems.
* Coordinates managing all labor relations activities by administering union contracts and ensuring compliance. Responds to all grievances in writing, negotiates settlements and acts as the hotel representative at all arbitrations, where applicable.
* Performs any other job related duties as assigned.
** Qualifications and Skills
*** Previous hotel experience as a Human Resources Manager or Director within the state of California is required.
* HRIS experience with Workday is strongly preferred.
* Ability to deal effectively with all applicants and associates…