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Director of Human Resources Jobs in Kirkland, WA at Woodmark Hotel
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Director of Human Resources – Full Time – $90,000 – $115,000 / year, depending on experience.
Be part of a luxury revolution in the hospitality space.
When you become a Team Member at the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa, you’re empowered to share your craft side by side with passionate and talented people inspired to create incredible guest moments every day.
If this approach aligns with your passions, join us at a place where your voice and opinion is an integral part of the next generation of hospitality.
Perks and Benefits:
The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa offers qualifying Team Members these unique perks & benefits. Eligibility is bason upon employment status (Full-Time or Part-Time).
Perks for Team Members:
Easy access to work – centrally located in Kirkland, Washington.
Free on-property parking for all Team Members.
Daily Meal Credit – $6.00/day automatically added to your paycheck for each shift worked on-site for 5+ hours for all Team Members.
Team Member appreciation events and recognition celebrations.
Coffee & Tea – Team Members enjoy daily complimentary drip coffee & tea.
Restaurant discounts – Team Members enjoy a 30% discount at The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa’s restaurant, Carillon Kitchen.
Spa discounts – Team members enjoy a 30% discount at The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa on all spa services and retail products at Still Spa.
Hotel Room night discounts for Team Members and their Friends & Family.
Carillon Point property discounts at restaurants and businesses.
LifeMart discount program through ADP.
401(k) Plan after 1-year of employment with employer contribution.
Team Member Assistance Program – Free & confidential counseling program
Paid Time Off (PTO) 17 days per year for Full-Time Team Members.
Complimentary Life Insurance for Full-Time Team Members.
Voluntary Medical Insurance Full-Time Team Members.
Voluntary Dental Insurance Full-Time Team Members.
Voluntary Vision Insurance Full-Time Team Members.
Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Full-Time Team Members.
SUMMARY
The Director of Human Resources will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and onboarding team members, administering benefits, driving company policies, and assisting in team member relations activities.
The Director of Human Resources shall strive to provide exceptional service our team members at all times. They will be responsible for exemplifying the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa Culture as well as promoting our hotel values of Honesty, Enthusiasm, Integrity, Accountability and Passion for Service.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Coordinate all recruiting and hiring efforts:
Write and post job advertisements.
Develop and execute a recruiting plan for all hotel departments to ensure all departments remain fully staffed.
Assist and train department leaders in effective recruitment practices.
Oversee and conduct the new hire orientation process, ensuring both legal compliance and a warm, professional introduction to the property.
Training & Development
Manage all training and development programs:
Oversee new hire training and onboarding.
Coordinate and support management training and ongoing departmental training.
Ensure performance evaluations are completed accurately and on schedule.
Compliance & Record Keeping
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage & hour regulations.
Maintain compliance for team member certifications (e.g., Food Handler, MAST) and licensing documentation for audit readiness.
Ensure compliance with EEOC, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and all HR & Legal regulations.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date personnel files in accordance with the HR Audit Checklist.
Employee Relations & Support
Assist with team member coaching and counseling sessions, serving as a witness and documenting proceedings.
Support conflict resolution, disciplinary action processes, and ensure consistent policy application.
Lead employee relation investigations in compliance with regulatory standards and recommend appropriate solutions in accordance with policy and legal precedent.
Conduct team member exit interviews and process terminations professionally and in accordance with policy.
Conduct team member satisfaction surveys.
Record and reduce team member turnover rates.
Benefits & Compensation
Administer and arrange employee benefits programs including health insurance, 401(k), workers’ compensation, and leave programs.
Conduct benefits enrollment sessions and support benefit-related employee events.
Assist in ensuring accuracy and compliance in all wage adjustments and increases.
Operational HR Support
Process unemployment claims and represent the hotel in unemployment hearings as necessary.
Monitor and manage timekeeping records and ensure punctuality and schedule adherence.
Lead and support employee engagement initiatives and team-building efforts.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
Must be a United States citizen or possess a valid work permit.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) strongly preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in hospitality.
Deep knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and hotel operations.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
High level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
Proficiency with HRIS systems (ADP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this team member. The team member will be required to follow other instructions and perform other work-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Woodmark Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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Title: Director of Human Resources
Company: Woodmark Hotel
Location: Kirkland, WA
