The Hilton in Albany, NY, is seeking a human resource manager to join our team. Located in the Capital District of downtown Albany, the hotel has 385 guest rooms with views of the Hudson River and New York State Capitol.
At the Albany Hilton, the human resources team is focused on what our team needs and how to provide it. For a people person who wants a career in the exciting world of HR, this is the best place to dive in.
We’re seeking a qualified and resourceful Human Resources Manager to support our department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations.
The human resources manager will report to the Regional Director of Human Resources, have administrative and strategic responsibilities, and manage important functions such as staffing, payroll & benefits administration, training and development, employee engagement, and benefits.
We understand that our business thrives when our employees thrive, beginning with hiring the right Human Resources Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
- Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace.
- Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
- Assist in the development and implementation of human resource policies.
- Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates.
- Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and initiating employee engagement activities.
- Monitor and assign brand standards and other hotel-related training.
- Facilitate training as needed.
- Provide onboarding for new employees by providing information packets, reviewing company policies and payroll information, explaining benefit programs, and obtaining document signatures.
- Prepare payroll by calculating and entering pay into ADP Workforce Now, distributing checks, and maintaining payroll records.
- Maintain employee human resources records by recording the hiring, transfer, termination, change in job classifications, and merit increase dates, as well as tracking vacation, sick, and personal time.
- Administer employee benefits programs, medical insurance, and disability programs by advising employees of eligibility, providing application information, helping with form completion, verifying submission, and notifying employees of approvals.
- Document and track human resources actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
- Accomplish human resources department and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
- With HR Director, ensures compliance with labor regulations.
Qualifications/Skills:
- 3-5 years proven experience in HR management
- Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures
- Good knowledge of employment/labor laws
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Aptitude in problem-solving
- Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; HRIS systems (e.g., ADP & Hireology) will be a plus
- Desire to work as a team with a results-driven approach
- Flexibility
- Presentation skills
- Administrative writing and reporting skills
- Additional HR training (e.g., SHRM-CP) will be a plus
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related academic field and/or work equivalent
The Hilton Albany offers Medical, Dental, Vision, a 401k plan, Hilton travel benefits, free lunch, and parking.
Hilton Hotel Albany is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. M/F/V/D