Divisional VP of Operations

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Job Title: Divisional VP of Operations

Location: Houston, Texas

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $ $190000 annually

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Reports To: Senior Vice President of Operations

Summary
The Divisional Vice President of Operations will provide executive leadership and oversight for a portfolio of full-service hotels across Texas and Louisiana. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, maximizing financial performance, and ensuring alignment with company values and strategic objectives.

We are seeking a highly experienced hospitality leader with deep brand knowledge, proven owner relations expertise, and the ability to mentor and inspire senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight to General Managers and property leadership teams.
• Drive financial performance by maximizing revenue, profitability, and asset value.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, franchise agreements, and ownership expectations.
• Monitor and improve guest satisfaction, associate engagement, and overall service delivery.
• Conduct regular property reviews, including P&L analysis, forecasting, and performance benchmarking.
• Partner with senior leadership on capital planning, property improvement plans, and new hotel openings.
• Support company growth strategy through due diligence, transitions, and integration of new properties.
• Serve as a culture ambassador, promoting company values across all properties.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct oversight of General Managers and property leadership teams within the assigned division.
• Provide guidance, performance evaluations, and accountability to ensure operational and financial success.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in hotel operations, including multi-property oversight.
• Full-service hotel experience required.
• Demonstrated success in improving both top-line and bottom-line performance.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and asset management.
• Extensive knowledge of major hotel brands (Hilton, Marriott, IHG, etc.) with a proven track record of franchise/owner relations.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred; advanced degree a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with a focus on mentoring senior leaders.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-management abilities.
• Strategic thinker with business acumen and the ability to align operations with organizational goals.
• Expertise in guest service, quality management, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to influence, resolve conflicts, and drive results across diverse teams.

Compensation & Logistics

• Base Salary: $170,000-$190,000
• Bonus/Incentives: 25-30%
• Travel: Up to 50% (site visits as needed)
• Location: Preferred in Houston; possible relocation assistance available. Candidates may also reside in a city with one of the properties (e.g., San Antonio).
• When not traveling, the VP will be onsite in the office.

If you are a proven hospitality leader with Hilton experience and a passion for developing high-performing teams, we invite you to apply and join this growing team in shaping the future of operations.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #209-Rowland Houston

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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