La Costa Resort and Spa

Nestled among the beautiful coastal foothills of Carlsbad, CA, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is honored as the #1 Wellness Spa by Spa magazine. Omni La Costa's acclaimed restaurants present an updated take on locally inspired cuisine and culinary delights. Steps from your door, world-class accommodations, championship golf and tennis, eight pools and more anxiously wait to welcome your arrival.

Omni La Costa associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, Omni La Costa may be your perfect match.

Partner with the Director of HR in a leadership role supporting financial objectives, guest service, and company culture through strategic planning and development of organizational structure and policy that contribute to increased productivity, quality, and profitability.

Supervise and train both hourly and management team members, partnering closely with the Director of HR to implement policies, culture, and leadership initiatives. From conducting investigations to implementing training programs and ensuring legal compliance, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining Omni's standards and fostering a positive work environment.

• Supervise and train hourly and management Human Resources team members.
• Partner with the Director of HR in all areas of Omni policy, culture and leadership.
• Implement training and development programs. Recommend new programs based on need.
• Conduct investigations and assist the Director of HR and senior leadership in making employment status decisions.
• Assist the Director of HR in the creation of responses to employment litigation from Federal and State offices.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with the union based on mutual respect of applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements “CBA”.
• Ensure Omni leaders are educated on the particulars of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for their areas.
• Handle union issues including grievances, mediations and arbitrations.
• Fulfill all the responsibilities of the Director of HR in their absence, communicating effectively with property leadership as necessary.
• Provide guidance and advice to department heads and leaders at all levels of the hotel on employee relations issues. Ensure our leadership team upholds Omni culture and complies with the law.
• Assist the Director of HR in developing and maintaining an active “Succession Plan” for all departments of the hotel.
• Ensures all Omni Benefits programs are implemented according to standards.
• Ensure on-boarding of new associates is implemented according to Omni standards.
• Ensure employee terminations are implemented according to Omni standards.
• Maintain legal compliance at all times. Ensure that team is up-to-date with evolving legislation and compliance.
• Maintain all Associate Service Center Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure the Associate Services complies with Internal Audit requirements.
• Ensure the department meets the standards of the HR Assessment.
• Implement the Associate Engagement survey and assist the hotel in creating substantial action plans that move the Hotel forward.
• Ensure all Omni Training Programs are implemented successfully.
• Ensure the hotel complies with all training required by law (ex: RBS, Food Handler, Sexual Harassment) etc.
• Ensure the associate files are maintained in a neat and organized manner.
• Co-chair our Social Committee to plan and execute exciting, fun and interesting associate events at least quarterly.
• Implement Omni’s recognition programs. Ensure the Omni Service Champion culture is celebrated.
• Implement the Hotel’s wage and salary adjustment programs ensuring accurate market data to drive compensation programs.
• Implement the performance appraisal and salary increase programs according to Omni standards.
• Establish aggressive and effective recruiting and employment function to include job fairs in and around the community, colleges, universities, etc.
• Utilize monthly forecasting tool to ensure all departmental manpower needs are met.
• Consistently works to define Omni culture and Six Pillar philosophy on the property. Reflects and adapts to varying situations based on adherence to Omni culture and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Develop a consistent and lively associate communications network within the hotel, via bulletin boards (electronic or otherwise), department communication boards, posters and flyers.
• Responsible for clear and accurate documentation of all associate issues, on a timely basis following counseling and disciplinary procedures. Ensure legal liability of the company is protected at all times.
• Monitor departmental expense in compliance with check-book accounting process. Work closely to ensure associate relations and recruitment/advertising expenses are in line with monthly budget.
• Participate in yearly budgeting process, forecasting expenditures for associate relations with the Director of HR.
• Fulfill reasonable requests of management as directed by Director of HR, GM or Managing Director.

          Requirements:

• Must have at least 5 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Human Resources leadership role, with at least 2 years of experience as a Sr. HR Manager or 1 year of experience as an Assistant Director.
• Must have significant employee relations experience at a decision-making level, including experience conducting investigations, managing the coaching and counseling and handling grievances.
• Must have a well-rounded Human Resources background with solid experience in employee relations, benefits, training, safety, liability avoidance and compliance.
• Bachelor's Degree
• Must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills, ability to coach, counsel, advise, mentor and motivate associates and managers at all levels.
  
  
  Preferred:
• Hotel/Resort experience strongly preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• SPHR Certification or AHLA CHRE Certification preferred
• Experience in a unionized hotel preferred and a strong asset
• Experience conducting and implementing training and development programs
• Large hotel / resort experience preferred.
• Previous union experience preferred.
• Operations management experience preferred

Pay Range: $105,000-$120,000

The pay scale provided is a range that Omni Hotels & Resorts reasonably expects to pay. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on a candidate’s qualifications and/or experience

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement 

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email

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