What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Human Resources position at J W Marriott?
Role: Responsible for the Functions as the property’s Strategic Human Resource Business Partner. Develops and implements goals and strategies that serve to attract, develop and retain diverse premiere talent which enables the successful implementation of hotel strategies, the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. Utilizes a Human Resource Business Plan aligned with hotel and brand strategies to deliver HR services that enable business success. As a member of the executive committee develops and implements hotel-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property associates and provide a return on investment to the owner and Marriott International. Adheres to all Company, Safety and Department policies and procedures. Fosters teamwork and provides excellent guest service, anticipates guest needs to exceed guest expectations. Builds brand loyalty by living the JW Marriott Core Values.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have at least 5 years' experience as Director of Human Resources and in the hotel/casino industry preferred.
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong interviewing and assessment skills
- Strong coaching and development planning skills
- Strong associate relation skills
- Strong knowledge of labor laws
- Knowledge of labor relations
- Knowledge of workforce analysis
- Good training and facilitator skills; knowledge of various training methodologies
- Good event planning skills
- Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect department
- Knowledge of governmental regulations and safety standards (OSHA, EPA, ADA, CFC, NFPA)
- Strong organization skills
- Financial management skills e.g., ability to analyze P&L statements, develop operating budgets
- Ability to use standard software applications and hotel systems
- Strategic planning skills
- Ability to evaluate business trends, determine applicability to Renaissance associate profile and modify business strategies accordingly
- Ability to creatively execute against the strategy and drive results; can originate and invent new ways to create a high performing work environment and maximize the return on talent
- Ability to take constructive action without relying on directions from others
- Ability to network and build relationships to grow the business
- Ability to exercise flexibility rather than rigid adherence to procedures in order to accomplish goals
- Effective decision-making skills; can choose a course of action amongst options involving uncertainty or risk
- Strong problem-solving skills; encourages new innovative solutions when appropriate
- Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)
- Effective influence skills
- Good negotiation skills
- Effective conflict management skills
- Strong consensus building skills
- Effective change management skills
- Must be literate and able to communicate in English when dealing with staff and guests.
- Ability to follow directions and keep accurate written and computer records
- Strong computer and HRIS knowledge and experience.
- Ability to operate standard office machines, such as telephones and computers
Education or Certification
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred
- Society of Human Resource Management Certification Preferred
About the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
The JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa offers world-class luxury just 20 minutes northwest of the famous Las Vegas Strip. The Las Vegas resort is accessible to Las Vegas Speedway, TPC Las Vegas and a number of other golf courses. The JW Marriott features 548 well-appointed guest rooms and suites set amid 54 acres of lush gardens. Voted as one of the Top 5 Las Vegas Resorts by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, and recognized as a Top-Performing Business on TripAdvisor ranked in the top 10% worldwide for traveler feedback, the Las Vegas resort also includes a full-service spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, 33 meetings rooms with 100,000 square feet of flexible space, more than 9 restaurants and the on-site Rampart Casino.
Enjoy exclusive employee perks:
- Heath, dental, vision
- Life Insurance
- Free meals
- 401k Match
- Marriott brand worldwide travel discounts and benefits.
