Director of Human Resources

The Human Resources Director will lead the HR department in planning, directing, and coordinating the organization's human resource functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. This role will develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs to support the company's mission and goals.

• Administer and oversee the administration of all HR department functions, including compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Monitor and ensure the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
• Provides leadership and programs that attract, retain, and motivate employees. Partners with management on labor planning strategies and aligns talent acquisition, compensation, and onboarding.
• Responsible for overall recruitment and staffing of all resort positions. Serves as coach and expert facilitator of the selection and interviewing process, ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity.
• Responsible for updating and implementing job evaluations and pay structures.
• Maintains general employment practices for employment rights, job analysis, performance appraisals, workplace behavior, and employee satisfaction.
• Responsible for resort recognition and incentive programs.
• Ensures benefits programs are in line with its strategic goals, budget, and legal requirements and manages administrative issues, communication with employees.
• Primarily responsible for employee relations issues including mediation, coaching, and counseling of all employee groups.
• Coordinates organizational exits such as layoffs, terminations, voluntary separations in accordance with company policy.
• Prepares and analyzes various HRIS reports and metrics, evaluate trends, make recommendations, and implement organizational change management to continuously ensure HR best practices for executive leadership.
• Ensures adequate human resource information systems and supporting procedures for all applicable members of the resort.
• Collaborates with the Risk Management Team, including the General Manager and Directors of Base and Mountain Operations, to develop and implement strategies to minimize risk and create a culture of safety.
• Serves as resort Privacy Officer for HIPAA compliance.
• Manages Worker's Compensation program with regards to claims, time loss, return to work programs, monthly review of claims, and yearly renewal.
• Oversees Employee Housing policies and procedures.
• Oversees and directs uniform distribution, inventory, and maintenance.
• Works closely with outside agencies to handle all employment/employee-related inquiries/issues.
• Manages and optimizes the HR budget.
• Serves as resort ambassador through community involvement and recruiting efforts.
• Participates in senior management team with functions to include organizational development, strategic planning, and problem resolution.
• Serves as a champion of Grand Targhee Resort's vision, mission, and values.
• Exhibits an employee-focused leadership philosophy.
• Provides leadership in developing a learning environment throughout the organization.

• Protect the safety of self-workers, and Grand Targhee Resort guests.
• Report any potentially harmful equipment or situations to the immediate supervisor without delay.
• Report safety-related accidents and incidents at once to immediate supervisor.
• Follow all company and department safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Resort's Occupational Safety & Health Compliance Manual and department-specific procedures or manuals.
• Operate equipment safely so that it will not lead to injury to yourself or others.
• Drive in accordance with the law and Grand Targhee Resort policies.

• Supervises staff within the HR Department including Human Resources Manager, Employee Housing supervisor and coordinator, and Payroll Manager.
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Due to the nature of the recreation industry, we are in operation seven days a week. This includes weekends and holidays, and there is no guarantee of hours. Flexible working hours may be required based on the business levels.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

Minimum of five years of progressive human resource management experience required.

Minimum of two years of Director-level human resource management experience with a successful leadership track record required.

Previous hospitality or resort experience preferred.

HR credential such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR strongly preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with uncompromising integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.
• Diverse and in-depth knowledge of all HR disciplines.
• Must have a passion for guest service and working with all levels of employees.