Talent Acquisition Manager

Are you a dynamic talent scout with a passion for hospitality? Join our team as a Talent Acquisition Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Hospitality division in the Vail Valley!

We're looking for an innovative and strategic thinker who excels in identifying top-tier talent and fostering a culture of excellence where we do the right thing. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a knack for building strong relationships, and are dedicated to finding the best and brightest to elevate our guest experiences, we would love to meet you.

This role involves developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to attract, identify, and hire top talent across all levels and departments. The Talent Acquisition Manager oversees the entire recruitment process, from sourcing candidates to onboarding, while also building strong employer branding and talent pipelines.

In this role, you will support The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa and East West Hospitality properties in the Vail Valley.

Duties Include:

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to meet staffing needs.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing requirements and create detailed and accurate job descriptions.
• Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies for each operation that are based on department needs, roles, and industry standards.
• Utilize various recruitment channels, including job boards, social media, professional networks, and industry events, to source qualified candidates.
• Organize, attend, and participate in hiring events such as company sponsored job fairs, college fairs, virtual fairs and more.
• Build, cultivate, and sustain an active candidate database for all roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Director/Managers during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates and other pertinent details.
• Manage the international staffing program for Westin and Vail Valley. Including, but not limited to J1, H-2B, H-1B, and TN visas.
• Create and maintain relationships with external talent sources, i.e. local partners and schools (high school and collegiate).
• Assist hiring managers with preparing interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Manage the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment tools to streamline the hiring process and maintain accurate candidate records.
• Develop and implement employer branding initiatives to enhance the organization's reputation as an employer of choice.
• Partner with the EWH and East West Family of Companies HR teams in the curation and maintenance of EW Family of Companies’ employment brand via our career site, employment ads, materials, etc.
• Develop, utilize, and analyze HR metrics including, turnover statistics, cost per hire, time to hire, labor market statistics, and more to identify areas for improvement and optimize the recruitment process.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to talent acquisition and employment.
• Provide guidance and training to hiring managers and interviewers on effective interviewing skills, recruitment techniques and best practices.
• Lead or participate in special projects related to talent acquisition, such as campus recruiting programs, diversity initiatives, and employer branding campaigns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.

Location: Avon, Colorado

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Full Time, Year Round

Pay Range: Starting at $75,000/annually plus up to 7.5% annual bonus potential

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; or three years related experience in Human Resources; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or related HR roles, with a track record of successfully sourcing and hiring top talent.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment methods.
• One year of HR experience in an upscale, luxury lodging, spa or resort setting strongly preferred.
• Guest service and office administrative experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in group facilitation and training preferred.
• Complete knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to HR activities (ie: Title VII, ADA, ADEA, USERRA, EEOC, Uniform Guidelines on employee Selection Procedures, etc)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
• Fluency (written and verbal) in English required.
• Fluency (written and verbal) in Spanish preferred.

Benefits & Perks:

• Marriott Hotel Discounts Worldwide
• Health Insurance - Choose from three plans!
• Dental, Vision, & Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(K) Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
• Winter Incentive Bonus
• Career Development Trainings
• Discounted Gym Membership at The Athletic Club Westin
• Discounts at Eye Pieces & Venture Sports
• Corporate Discounts with Perk Spot
• Sabbatical Program
• $500 Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Why East West Hospitality:

At East West Hospitality our Vision is to be the most trusted hospitality services company and employer of choice, built on genuine and enduring relationships. We believe in doing the right thing for each other, our community, our environment, and those we serve.

Our mission is to cultivate and sustain an inclusive and welcoming environment in which everyone thrives and feels like they belong. That starts by living true to our core value, Embracing Diversity. These principles are always top of mind and are never in question.

We hope you’ll consider joining us! Visit our website to learn more about East West Hospitality at jobs.eastwest.com/culture.