Director of Human Resources

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Davidson Hospitality Group. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Human Resources for the resort, including recruitment, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and HR programs and policies
• Partner with the General Manager and senior leadership team to develop and execute HR strategies that support business and operational goals
• Build and strengthen a culture of engagement, accountability, inclusion, and service excellence
• Develop creative strategies to attract, retain, and develop top hospitality talent
• Lead employee engagement, recognition, performance management, and talent development initiatives
• Provide coaching, guidance, and HR expertise to leaders and team members at all levels
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Serve as a trusted advisor to property leadership on employee relations and employment matters
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, and evolving employment legislation
• Help shape a positive and high-performing workplace culture that reflects the unique spirit of Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Human Resources for the resort, including recruitment, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and HR programs and policies
• Partner with the General Manager and senior leadership team to develop and execute HR strategies that support business and operational goals
• Build and strengthen a culture of engagement, accountability, inclusion, and service excellence
• Develop creative strategies to attract, retain, and develop top hospitality talent
• Lead employee engagement, recognition, performance management, and talent development initiatives
• Provide coaching, guidance, and HR expertise to leaders and team members at all levels
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Serve as a trusted advisor to property leadership on employee relations and employment matters
• Stay current on HR trends, best practices, and evolving employment legislation
• Help shape a positive and high-performing workplace culture that reflects the unique spirit of Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred, or a minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience
• Prior hotel or resort HR experience required
• Strong background in employment law, recruiting, employee relations, and talent retention
• Proven experience leading employee engagement, performance management, and talent development initiatives
• Strong understanding of EEO, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and other applicable employment laws and regulations
• Ability to effectively advise and influence property leadership on HR matters
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Experience supporting and leading a diverse workforce
• High degree of confidentiality, sound judgment, and common sense
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and remain flexible through changing priorities
• Affirmative Action experience is a plus
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. 

A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.   

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.  

Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage Dental & Vision Coverage 24/7 Teledoc service Free Maintenance Medications Pet Insurance Hotel Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).  401K Match Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. 

It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.  

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation  

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.    

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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