Director of People Support

The Crystal City Marriott at Reagan National Airport, a modern and sophisticated hotel in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of People Support to lead human resource functions, including recruitment, training and development, benefit administration, and employee relations for the entire hotel, as well as serve as an effective member of the hotel executive committee. This leader will work closely with the hotel General Manager and department leaders to ensure a positive culture throughout the hotel.

• Lead all aspects of the HR program within the hotel, such as interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, coaching and supporting associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
• Coordinate with HHM centralized People Support functional teams to ensure benefits, compensation, leave of training and employee relations programs are effectively communicated and administered at the property level.
• Lead an effective talent acquisition strategy including overseeing the full-cycle recruitment process; posting jobs, proactively sourcing candidates, interviewing and ensuring selection by hotel managers of the best qualified candidates.
• Onboard new hires and separate team members consistent with established standards and applicable state, federal and local laws and regulations.
• Perform employee relations activities related to creating a positive work culture, ensuring fairness in the workplace and unbiased assistance with associate issues and concerns. If concerns of harassment, discrimination, etc. arise, lead the internal investigation and review process.
• Develop and/or implement training programs as needed to meet HHM and brand standards.
• Lead a positive and performance-driven culture throughout the hotel.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred.
• 5-7+ years previous Human Resources experience, preferably in a hospitality setting.
• Human Resource certification and/or involvement in local hotel HR community preferred.

HHM Hotels Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Company Match
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Travel Discounts
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
• 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource.
• Educational/Professional Development
• Technology Reimbursements

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 15 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability - Hearts That Serve - Only Excellence - Stay Nimble - Own It