Marriott Vacations Worldwide · 2 hours ago
Area Director Human Resources III, Maui *
Lahaina, HI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$145K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expMarriott Vacations Worldwide is a leading company in the hospitality sector, seeking an Area Director, Human Resources III. This role provides strategic HR support across multiple locations, focusing on associate relations, talent acquisition, and organizational effectiveness.
HospitalityHotelRentalTourismTravel
Responsibilities
Oversee, lead, manage, develop, and coach field HR leaders to support the day-to-day HR needs of our clients, people-related matters and critical HR initiatives
Evaluate the HR team for continual improvement in efficiency and effectiveness as well as provide personal and professional growth with emphasis on development opportunities when available
Provides strategic and generalist Human Resources support to Regional and site teams
Proactively identifies Human Resources Management needs, develops, and implements strategies for addressing and resolving associate and business needs
Acts as an HR Business Partner and internal consultant to managers and associates at all levels by providing a full range of human resources support, guidance, and direction
Fosters continuous improvements in the HR and field organizations by analyzing processes, monitoring effectiveness, and make recommendations for changes and enhancements
Assists with division Human Resources projects and initiatives from inception to completion
In partnership with Talent Acquisition team, reviews and ensures appropriate staffing plans and programs are designed to best identify talent within and outside the Company are executed in the market/region to meet the need of the business
Champions the associate on-boarding process for newly hired associates to ensure a smooth transition and introduction to the company
Partners with the Talent Management team as needed as it relates to associate training and education programs, to include identifying Leadership training needs
Provides consultation and assistance as needed to manage the Engagement Survey across each discipline
Is accountable for leading the execution of the Human Capital Review process within his/her area in partnership with the Talent Manager
Partners with Senior Director of Human Resources and Talent Manager in talent development, performance and career coaching and succession management among the associates within his/her designated market/region
Drives execution of the Leadership Performance Process among the managers and their direct reports
Manages job elimination and the mutually agreed-upon separation process including development of business justification, risk assessment, and obtaining necessary approvals
Makes recommendations and ensures that decisions do not expose the Company to undue risk
Assists HR COEs in the design, development, and implementation of division and discipline specific initiatives
Works in partnership with the Talent Manager and discipline specific strategic training representatives to identify, plan and implement training and development needs and activities for management and hourly associates
Collaborates with Compensation team to ensure appropriate internal and external pay equity
Supports the Senior Director, HR, site leadership, and COEs in implementing compensation programs, benefits, and incentive programs
Partners with the Compensation COEs in market strategic planning, analysis, and implementation of compensation programs, benefits, and incentive programs
Understand and respond to concerns regarding employment agreements, contracts, commission schedules and compensation plans
Partners with the Compensation COE for the implementation of annual compensation programs, e.g., merit, stock, and bonus
Partners with the Compensation COE for the implementation of annual Management compensation programs
Partners with the Compensation COE for the implementation of annual hourly compensation evaluation/analysis/planning process
Proactively monitors the area/region for compensation trending, providing feedback to COE and site leadership
Partners with site/resort leadership for associate relations service delivery
Engages leadership and promotes the desired workplace culture
Advises and coaches leaders on mitigation of organizational people risk
Provides consultation to site/resort leadership in support of creating and maintaining a positive work environment for associates, in collaboration with field HR managers
Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) as well as regional escalation point for high risk/complex associate relations issues
Manages associate relations issues/investigations working with specialized corporate departments (Legal, Internal Investigations) to ensure related issues are assessed for risk and provide effective organizational resolutions
Responds to third party complaints with advice of Senior Director of Human Resources and Legal. Represents the company’s position as required
Monitors and communicates Engagement Survey (ES) scores and assists with implementing plans and actions
Coordinates efforts with the Senior Director, HR to analyze ES results for trends and to identify ‘need’ areas
Interprets CBA and ensures site leadership is well educated on all CBA procedures
Adheres to guidelines as required under local CBA
Consults with Senior Director of all Union matters
Interprets and effectively communicates HR policies and procedures to all levels of the organization
Provide systemic approach to ensure compliance to HR policies as required by federal, state and Marriott Vacations Worldwide regulations (audits, tracking systems, data review, etc.)
Develops, reviews, and monitors systems, procedures, and processes within departments to ensure compliance and/or proper application of company policies and governmental regulations including but not limited to Title VII, FLSA, FMLA, and ADA
Anticipates, provides guidance on, and assesses risk on complex associate relations decisions and actions ensuring consistency, fairness, and limited exposure to the Company
Qualification
Required
Four-year Bachelor's degree in Human Resources/related field or equivalent practical experience
At least ten (10) years of progressive Generalist experience in a management role
Strong leadership, management, and communication skills providing an environment where associates are empowered and led to an aligned action or purpose
Exceptional skills at building and nurturing relationships at all levels of the organization through collaboration, negotiation, and mentoring
Strong ability to proactively influence and shape the thinking of leadership that drives the right type of decision making to garner positive business results
Strong knowledge of human resources policies, practices, and procedures
Strong knowledge of labor laws and governmental regulatory compliance
Strong knowledge of assessment tools and incentive programs
Knowledge of training methodologies
High level of facilitation, oral presentation, and training skills
Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
Skilled in decision-making and conflict resolution in a fast paced, continuously changing, customer focused environment
Passion for strategic involvement in the creation and execution of departmental and division-wide goals and objectives
Knowledge of HR trends and practices within the industry and geographical location(s)
High level of skill in managing confidential and sensitive information and data
Computer literacy on Microsoft Office products
Experience with database systems
Ability to travel up to 40% as needed
Preferred
Master's degree in Industrial/Organization Psychology, Business Administration, or Human Resources Management
Experience in a multi-unit and/or multi-state environment
Experience in Vacation Ownership, Hospitality or Vacation Ownership Sales and Marketing
PHR/SPHR or SHRM – CP/SCP certification
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Provided
Company
Marriott Vacations Worldwide
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is a tourism company that offers vacation ownership, exchange, rental, and resort.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.98B2025-11-18Post Ipo Debt· $470M
2025-09-04Post Ipo Debt· $575M
2024-03-14Post Ipo Debt· $430M
Leadership Team
Raman Bukkapatnam
Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Scott Weisz
Executive Vice President, Strategic Business Operations
Recent News
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