HR Manager-Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn Il

Job Description

Job Description

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable HR Manager for the Hilton Chicago / Oak Lawn, IL .

Job Purpose :

Coordinate, administer and report on various human resource programs, system and procedure to aid in the attraction, retention and motivation of employees in accordance with policies, procedures and government laws and regulations while promoting a safe, fair, positive work environment.

The position is responsible for recruiting and hiring primarily hourly employees and daily administration of various salary, benefit, government and employee relations programs.

Recommends and implements procedural / process changes. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us.

Recruit, screen, interview, perform reference checks and coordinate department interviews for hourly candidates while maintaining the applicant flow logs to ensure quality hires and compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Manage the employment process from recruitment to hiring.

• Position the hotel as the "preferred employer" in the area by maintaining strong community relations with referral agencies to maintain strong applicant flow.
• Coordinate and conduct employee orientation to introduce the employee to the hotel / company and ensure the appropriate information is disseminated and the appropriate forms are completed and processed : to include but not limited to, new hire forms, tax forms, benefit enroll forms, I-9 forms and an overview to the company handbook and employee policies.
• Communicate, educate and administer the employee benefit program in a timely, accurate manner : act as the intermediary with the insurance and retirement plan administrators, reconcile all monthly billings to in-house roster, and coordinate and control all benefit notifications, enrollment, administration and audits including reimbursement, vacation, sick leave, leave of absences, jury duty pay, and 401(K) plans.
• Assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of various employee relations programs and events to ensure consistent administration and reduction of turnover.

Provide open communications and promote a positive and pro-employee work environment.

• Bring all sensitive employee related information to the attention of the DHR in all instances to limit liability.
• Prepare / monitor Payroll Action Forms & input / update Payroll new hires, terms and daily changes to ensure accurate, up-to-date information is available for payroll and management.
• Process forms and respond to written and oral inquiries regarding verification of employment, wages, unemployment compensation and worker's compensation claims, in a manner which is consistent and ensure that liability is minimized.
• Maintain employee records, files and the human resource office systems.
• Compile various corporate reports and property reports to provide management with accurate information and comply with corporate policies and procedures as well as government laws and regulations.

Qualifications and Requirements :

High School diploma / Secondary qualification or equivalent.

Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.

This job requires the ability to perform the following :

• Must have basic PC knowledge, minimum typing speed of 45 wpm, ability to write and communicate professionally, bi-lingual fluency a plus.
• Must be hospitality oriented, and possess the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Requires thorough knowledge of a technical field or the practices and procedures of a professional field in order to perform non-repetitive analytical work.
• May require knowledge of policies and procedures and the ability to determine course of action based on these guidelines.
• May require supervision / management skills.
• Excellent hearing required to hear employee concerns, conduct interviews, phone work.
• Excellent vision required to review documentation, judge appearance, read applications, file records.
• Excellent speech communication skills required to conduct interviews, counseling sessions, phone work.
• Excellent comprehension and literacy required to review and prepare documentation.

Other :

• Being passionate about people and service.
• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues / complaints / requests / information updates, etc.
• Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and / or holidays

Amazing Benefits At A Glance :

• Team Driven and Values Based Culture
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Same-day pay available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth Opportunities / Manager Training Program
• Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio
• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Referral program
30+ days ago