Human Resources Coordinator

Overview

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive
—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

The Human Resources Coordinator sets the tone for Sonesta’s Culture of Caring. We expect a focus on creating amazing moments for guests and team members and dig deep to find ways to create success for their team.

The Human Resources Coordinator works with all Human Resources staff to carry out the daily activities of the Human Resource department and deliver HR services that meet or exceed the needs of employees and enable business success; as well as maintains compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and operating procedures.

The HR Coordinator assists in carrying out various human resources programs and procedures for all hotel associates including employee benefit administration, leave management, recruitment and onboarding, payroll support, new hire processing, labor relations and employee relations & recognition programs. Administrative support includes typing, data entry, filing, answering phones, responding to associate requests, printing reports, and maintaining records. The HR Coordinator will use multiple outlets to creatively communicate information to all hotel associates.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Coordinator sets the tone for Sonesta’s Culture of Caring. We expect a focus on creating amazing moments for guests and team members and dig deep to find ways to create success for their team.

The Human Resources Coordinator works with all Human Resources staff to carry out the daily activities of the Human Resource department and deliver HR services that meet or exceed the needs of employees and enable business success; as well as maintains compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and operating procedures.

The HR Coordinator assists in carrying out various human resources programs and procedures for all hotel associates including employee benefit administration, leave management, recruitment and onboarding, payroll support, new hire processing, labor relations and employee relations & recognition programs. Administrative support includes typing, data entry, filing, answering phones, responding to associate requests, printing reports, and maintaining records. The HR Coordinator will use multiple outlets to creatively communicate information to all hotel associates.

This position works mostly in a service environment, with a high number of administrative tasks.

• The person in this role may be exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly.
• The person in this role may be carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 50lbs and pushing and / or pulling approximately 200lbs.
• The person in this role will be frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling and moving about the hotel.

• Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays if needed.
• Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Hospitality Management or related field.
• Prior experience in hospitality, service industry, or unionized environments is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems, timekeeping, and applicant tracking systems preferred.
• Applying tactical and operational thinking to create a people oriented working environment.
• Understanding of and previous experience in a union environment a plus.
• Knowledge of basic employment laws and HR best practices preferred.