Director of Human Resources – Hotel & Resort

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A premier full-service resort property along Florida’s Emerald Coast is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead all people-focused initiatives. This executive-level role is responsible for building a high-performance culture, ensuring compliance, strengthening employee engagement, and supporting operational excellence across the resort.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hospitality HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing teams, enhancing service culture, and driving organizational success.

Director of Human Resources Benefits

• Competitive salary + leadership bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday program
• Employee meal program
• Employee discounts
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities

Director of Human Resources Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership and guidance to the General Manager and executive team
• Direct all human resources functions including recruitment, onboarding, training, employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration
• Foster a positive and productive workplace culture that supports service excellence
• Oversee performance management programs to ensure timely and meaningful employee evaluations
• Lead employee engagement initiatives including recognition programs, meetings, and events
• Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures to ensure consistent and fair application
• Manage labor relations activities including union administration, grievance response, and arbitration representation
• Review and approve personnel actions including requisitions, authorizations, and status changes
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Train and coach leaders on effective interviewing, hiring, and talent retention strategies
• Supervise and develop Human Resources team members
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets and forecasts
• Oversee workplace safety initiatives and workers’ compensation programs
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records

Director of Human Resources Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of Human Resources leadership experience
• Prior hospitality, hotel, or resort experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and HR best practices
• Proven ability to influence leadership and manage employee relations issues with professionalism and discretion
• Strong communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills
• Experience managing HR budgets and workforce planning initiatives
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Work Environment

Due to the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry, the Director of Human Resources must be flexible with scheduling based on operational needs, including occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays.

JOB ID: 173495

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Josh Pace

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