Senior Specialist

Alright, let's talk about this HR role at Highgate. It's a Senior Human Resources Manager position for one of their hotels in New York, NY. You're the main HR person on site, which means you handle everything from hiring to benefits to making sure the team feels supported. It's a job where no two days look the same; you'll be deep in spreadsheets one minute and planning an employee event the next.

What you'll be doing

The list is long because the role is comprehensive. You're running the HR show for the property.

• You'll manage all hourly hiring, from placing ads and conducting initial interviews to getting new hire paperwork done right and on time.
• Benefits administration is a big part of it: explaining plans, helping with enrollment forms, answering questions about 401(k), vacation, and insurance.
• There's payroll support, like entering wage changes and auditing hours for benefit eligibility.
• You'll handle sensitive items like workers' compensation claims, unemployment responses, and leaves of absence, all while keeping meticulous logs.
• Leading orientation sessions is key; you're often the first official face of the company for new hires.
• A chunk of your time goes to compliance: ensuring everyone follows SOPs, completing required reports (like turnover), and staying certified as a trainer for HR modules.
• And then there's the culture side: writing newsletter articles, planning picnics and parties, and serving on committees to make the workplace better.

What you need to bring

This isn't an entry level gig. They need someone who knows hotels and knows HR.

• At least one year of progressive HR experience in a hotel or similar industry. Experience in a union environment is also required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is necessary; college coursework in a related field is helpful but not mandatory.
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
• The work is mostly sedentary but can involve long hours when needed.

The professional stuff

How you show up matters here. This role interfaces with every single employee in the building.

• Keep things friendly and warm. Always.
• You've got to communicate clearly, both in writing and in person, with staff at all levels. Listening is just as important as talking; you need to understand concerns before you can solve them.
• Juggling multiple tasks and deadlines is standard. So is problem solving; you should be able to see issues coming and know how to address them.
• A high level of discretion is non negotiable. You'll handle confidential information daily.
• You're expected to attend required meetings and training sessions. There's also periodic Manager on Duty coverage involved.
• Maintaining regular attendance according to your schedule (which changes based on hotel needs) is part of the deal, as is adhering to grooming standards like wearing your nametag.

The details & how to apply

The compensation for this role is yearly salary based. If you've got that mix of hotel HR operational knowledge and a genuine desire to support a team, this could be a great fit. To apply for this Senior Human Resources Manager position with Highgate Hotels in New York, NY, please proceed through this platform's application process using this job post as your reference point.

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