Corporate Director of People & Culture

The Corporate Director of People & Culture will oversee multiple properties within a geographic region and will be responsible for directing and ensuring the efficient administration and management of the People & Culture discipline. Responsibilities will include supporting their established portfolio of hotels with talent acquisition, learning & development, performance management, wage/benefit administration and compliance with all federal, state and local regulations, guidance. They will offer support, guidance, and consultation to hotel leadership team to effectively manage People & Culture functions.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are committed to providing you with:

• Excellent total compensation package
• Operational incentive plan eligibility
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

*This position will be considered remote and/or hybrid-model.

What you will be doing:

• Keeps current on all laws affecting the People and Culture functions and participates in developing or changing policies as needed. Oversees the employee grievance process in the assigned region and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Directs all aspects of the People and Culture function within the region. Manages people and culture team members in assigned region to ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and practices.
• Works closely with General Managers, Operations leaders and other PC leaders in your region and Corporate PC on people and culture activities including, training, compensation, benefits, recruitment, and team member relations.
• Handle complex employee relations issues, including terminations and exit interviews. Oversee and/or facilitate performance reviews and termination processes as needed.
• Designs and develops the people and culture agenda and workforce plan for the region. Builds strategic talent succession plan for people and culture and other areas. Actively promotes positive employee engagement with a focus on retention of talent.

About you:

• Minimum of five years' experience in People and Culture/Human Resources in a Director level position at a hotel or resort is required, full-service location with 100+ associates.
• Minimum of 1 year union experience; handling grievances, interpreting CBA, etc.
• Extensive experience and knowledge in multi-state employment laws/statutes is required.
• Experience and expertise in handling associate relations issues.
• Good knowledge of basic employment laws/statues (ADA, FMLA, Wage/Hour, etc.).
• Experience with the full cycle recruiting process.
• High level Knowledge of UKG HRIS system/payroll processing/recruiting.
• Travel required 25% estimated (varies).
• Excellent Communication skills - written & verbal.
• Excellent leadership abilities.