Hotel Equities · 19 hours ago
Senior HR Generalist, KC Airport Marriott, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$60K/yr - $70K/yr
5+ years expHotel Equities is a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, currently seeking a Senior Human Resources Generalist for the Kansas City Airport Marriott. The role involves supporting and leading key HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and training within a hospitality environment.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offer extensions, and coordination of new hire orientations and required documentation (I-9s, etc.)
Serve as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, conduct investigations, facilitate conflict resolution, and provide guidance to leaders on workplace issues and corrective action
Administer health insurance and retirement plans (401k), support payroll processes, and manage employee leave programs including FMLA
Partner with managers on performance evaluations, goal setting, coaching, and development plans to improve employee engagement and productivity
Identify organizational training needs; conduct, track, and ensure compliance with all brand, state, and federal required training; coordinate compliance and soft skills workshops; and support ongoing professional development initiatives
Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; and maintain accurate employee records
Oversee employee data within HR Information Systems (HRIS), maintain personnel files, and manage offboarding processes including exit interviews and terminations
Provide strategic HR guidance to department leaders and contribute to continuous improvement of HR practices
Collaborate with hotel leadership to support staffing needs, employee engagement initiatives, and service culture expectations in a fast-paced hospitality environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Minimum of five years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and compliance
Prior hospitality or service-industry HR experience required, Marriott brand preferred
Strong knowledge of employment laws including ADA, FMLA, and OSHA
Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities
Proven organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
High level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality
Preferred
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
Basic PC knowledge with minimum typing speed of 45 WPM
Ability to write and communicate professionally; bilingual fluency is a plus
Hospitality-focused mindset with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical skills with knowledge of professional practices and procedures
Ability to interpret policies and determine appropriate courses of action
May require supervisory or management skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation and holiday pay
Same-day pay available
Employee Assistance Program
Career growth opportunities and manager training programs
Reduced room rates throughout the portfolio
Third-party perks (movie tickets, attractions, and more)
401(k)
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Parental leave
Referral program
Company
Hotel Equities
Hotel Equities is one of the top hotel development and management companies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
Virtua Partners
2025-05-01Acquired
2018-09-12Private Equity· $500M
Leadership Team
Frederick Cerrone
Founder and Chairman
Recent News
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