Director of Human Resources - The Nell New York at Aspen Snowmass

Job description

Position Summary  The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and oversight of all HR functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, payroll, HRIS administration, and career development, while ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies. This role partners with hotel leadership and corporate HR to advance organizational goals, implement strategic initiatives, and foster a positive, inclusive, and employee-centric culture. As a champion of the brand, the Director of Human Resources promotes colleague engagement, community involvement, professional development, and a culture of service excellence that inspires exceptional guest experiences. This position reports to the VP of Human Resources. The salary range for this position is $170,000 - $200,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus. Job Posting Deadline Applications for this position will be accepted until November 29, 2026. Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities •    Oversee the implementation and administration of comprehensive Human Resources programs, including recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, training and development, employee records, workplace safety, succession planning, employee relations, retention, and equal employment opportunity compliance •    Develop, implement, and maintain HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives, including performance management, coaching, counseling, disciplinary action, employee communications, annual performance reviews, and merit planning •    Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support business goals, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and a positive employee experience •    Lead HR operational initiatives by analyzing workforce trends, evaluating key performance metrics, improving processes, and advancing productivity, service quality, workplace safety, security, and employee engagement •    Oversee HR budgeting and financial planning, including forecasting resource requirements, monitoring expenditures, analyzing variances, and implementing corrective actions •    Lead special projects and continuous improvement initiatives by identifying priorities, researching solutions, coordinating stakeholders, monitoring milestones, and evaluating outcomes •    Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to management on employee relations, organizational development, talent management, performance, and other people-related matters. •    Coach, mentor, and develop the HR team, fostering accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and an employee-centric culture •    Guide managers and employees in the consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and organizational values while promoting fairness, accountability, and positive workplace relationships •    Ensure compliance with applicable federal, New York State, and New York City employment laws and regulations by monitoring legislative changes, assessing business impacts, and advising leadership on appropriate actions •    Partner with legal counsel and corporate HR on employee relations matters, wage and hour compliance, unemployment claims, workers’ compensation, OSHA requirements, audits, subpoenas, and other employment-related proceedings •    Promote consistent documentation, fair and equitable practices, appropriate escalation, and timely resolution of employee concerns, investigations, and labor-related matters •    Maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and security of employee information and sensitive organizational records in accordance with applicable policies and legal requirements • &#