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Sonesta International Hotels · 5 hours ago

Human Resources Manager

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Human Resources Manager responsible for recruiting, staffing, and employee relations. The role involves coordinating new hire orientations, maintaining compliance with laws, and supporting the HR Director in various HR functions.

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Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, and select employees to fill all vacant positions within the Hotel

Review, update, and maintain the staffing guide. Match applicants with job requirements

Assist Directors, Managers, and Supervisors in the development and revision of job descriptions. Maintain updated job descriptions

Maintains close liaison with managers regarding staffing needs

Conduct a wage survey within the labor market to determine the competitive wage rate

Process employment applications, coordinate and schedule interviews, and coordinate start dates for new hires

Perform reference and background checks on applicants

Send and interpret the applicant's Predictive Index, and analyze the PI to ensure it meets the defined job's behavioral requirements

Post positions for existing and future openings in the HRIS, online, employee Bulletin board, and HR Office and agencies

Evaluate selection and placement techniques by conducting research or follow-up activities and conferring with management and supervisory personnel

Attend Job Fairs and develop a relationship with recruiters

Work with student exchange agencies to recruit employees abroad and local internships

Reply to applicants with response cards or regret letters as deemed necessary

Update and maintain staffing guide to ensure compliance with approved staffing levels and match applicants with job requirements

Maintains close liaison with managers regarding staffing needs

Promote the employee referral program

Frequent interaction with all levels of employees, assisting in resolving issues brought forth, guiding managers in proper approaches to foster a productive and satisfied workforce, and assisting line staff in communicating concerns to responsible parties

Provide counsel and direction to employees and members of management

Coordinate with HR Director to ensure compliance with Hotel guidelines and applicable State and Federal laws

Interact with Directors, Managers, and Supervisors regarding policy and procedures, problem-solving procedures, and personnel actions when necessary

Examine employee files to answer outside inquiries and provide information for verification of employment, and to assist other Directors, Managers, Supervisors, and authorized personnel when necessary

Participate in hotel Care/Safety committee meetings

Attend daily employee stand-ups and weekly staff meetings, representing the HR department. Assist with planning and coordinating employee engagement & hotel events, including employee parties, luncheons, outings, meetings, programs, community service, and training

Update and maintain information for employee bulletin boards and hotel newsletters

Assist the HR Director on special projects and keep him/her abreast of current issues

Assist with the coordination of special events

Work with the HR Director on the formulation of policies and procedures

Process and complete unemployment claims and attend hearings and depositions in the absence of the HR Director

Attend safety committee meetings and make recommendations for the reduction of accidents

Attend management and departmental meetings

Coordinate and facilitate new employee orientation as monthly

Coordinate and facilitate Spanish training, including new-employee orientation

Attend HR-related functions, meetings, training, and informational seminars for the benefit of the Hotel

Assist the HR Director as required

Assist in daily HR activities

Assist the HR Director with the preparation of the budget and capital expenses

Ensure and maintain confidentiality

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations in performing job duties not necessarily contained in this job description

Qualification

HRIS experienceBilingual EnglishSpanishRecruitingStaffingEmployee relationsTraining coordinationMultitaskingConfidentialityFlexible schedule

Required

Two to four years of college education in a related field with 2 to 4 years related experience with at least 200 employees; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Bilingual English and Spanish required

Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Able to multitask several priorities at the same time

Flexible schedule