People & Culture Manager | Columbia Hospitality Residential Services

This position will be an onsite position based out of Columbia's Seattle Support Center located in downtown Seattle with frequent travel to the assigned properties within the region. The People & Culture Manager is responsible for supporting the Columbia Hospitality Residential Services business division and performing P&C-related duties on a professional level. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, policy implementation, employment law compliance, worker’s compensation and the tracking of People metrics to support business decisions.

Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you: 

The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

• Salary Range – $105,000 - $115,000 DOE
• Cellphone Allowance
• Incentive Eligible
• Commuter/Parking Allowance
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
•  Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more

Our Commitment to you:

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What you’ll do:
The Brass Tacks

• Provide guidance to residential executive leadership and onsite property leaders related to employee relations, accommodations, leaves of absence and other HR related matters
• Act as P&C Business Partner for the Columbia Hospitality Residential Services division for all matters below director level
• Act as P&C Business Partner for a number of assigned properties
• Facilitate training programs for team members and
• Responsible for various projects and duties within the People & Culture team including but not limited to: onboarding new team members , creating and implementing standards for recording employee relations issues and investigations, maintaining and updating P&C related policies and procedures on the company intranet, etc.
• Manage routine to complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations and partners with leadership to recommend appropriate action to resolve the issues
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance; partner with other departments as needed/required
• Collaborate with other areas of the company on the implementation and rollout of plans, programs and policies
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention
• Complete projects as assigned by P&C and Residential leadership, or as needs are recognized
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

The Nitty Gritty

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in HR or Business, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant HR Hospitality generalist/business partner strongly preferred
• Prior experience multi-site experience required
• Extensive experience in employee relations, performance management, and federal and state employment laws (ie: EEO, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, HIPPA, OSHA, etc.)
• An understanding and commitment to Columbia Hospitality values
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with tact and diplomacy
• Well organized, plans effectively and prioritizes time according to what matters most
• Dependable and can be counted upon to meet deadlines and commitments
• Strong consulting and communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate
• Strong interviewing/fact finding and decision-making skills
• Strong conflict management skills with demonstrated understanding of interpersonal relationship building
• Proven success at developing strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results
• Ability to work from the office 4 days per week. This is subject to change depending on business needs.
• Requires frequent travel throughout the greater Seattle area to support onsite teams within the assigned portfolio; occasional interstate travel may be required
• A positive upbeat personality who focuses on opportunities rather than obstacles

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
 

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.