Regional Assistant Human Resources Director

The Regional Assistant HR Dir is responsible for functions, processes and activities relating to Human Resources. This position will partner with the Regional Human Resources Director to ensure the successful implementation of standards and initiatives. The position will also work directly with the field by advising, educating, and acting as a liaison between field and corporate for issues and concerns impacting associates in the workplace. This is an exempt position that reports directly to the Regional HR Director.

• Manages the regional process for field HR Representatives’ response to Speak Up Hot Line calls, Sexual Harassment, Affirmative Action, and Fair Treatment complaints; Workers’ Compensation/ unemployment issues and unsolicited employee relations calls and letters; ensures that each issue is resolved fairly according to federal and state employment law guidelines as well as Company policy
• Facilitates management level actions to include: performance management reviews, promotions, progressive discipline and terminations before implemented
• Performs confidential investigations and may provide input to the investigations performed by others; elevates matters as needed to the next level for input and resolution
• Partners with Regional HRD to ensure that standards and initiatives are in place
• Partners with Regional HR to provide HR advice regarding grievances, assists with arbitrations, and may participate in contract negotiations
• Responsible for ensuring any required branch local HR policies, guidelines, and programs align with corporate objectives and corporate safety initiatives
• Conducts annual HR Audits and recommends action plans to correct deficiencies of assigned branches
• Acts as a business partner to the Directors of Operations and the regional team to provide HR business expertise and perspective to support the development and execution of regional initiatives that are aligned with the Company’s
• Assists as needed in branch HR operations (i.e., new store openings or closings)

• Requires 5 to 7 years in increasingly responsible Human Resource management positions
• Requires college degree or equivalent professional certifications or work experience
• Requires experience as a manager with regional accountability
• Requires strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Requires ability to make sound, objective, fact based decisions
• Required to be a strong team player
• Requires ability to manage multiple tasks
• Requires strong oral and written communication skills, and excellent listening skills
• Requires the flexibility and adaptability to manage multiple projects
• Candidate needs to live near one of the following major airports: Chicago O'Hare (ORD), Boston Logan (BOS), John F Kennedy (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), or Philadelphia (PHL).
• Ability to travel up to 70% of the time

HMSHost requires all new employees as a condition of employment to present proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 when they start work. “Fully vaccinated” means two weeks have passed since the new employee’s final vaccination shot AND proper documentation has been submitted to human resources. Individuals with a medical or a religious reason preventing them from taking the vaccine may request an accommodation.

All job offers will be conditioned on candidates being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions for medical and religious reasons will be considered.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and Transportation Benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match or Pension
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and exciting career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn up to $500

• Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.

We are a global hospitality company with a passion for service! HMSHost offers the size, resources, training, and advancement opportunities you need to reach your most important career goals.

We believe in a culture of engagement. We strive to practice behaviors that set all associates up for success. We foster a culture of appreciation, caring and inclusion. We also believe in being the best version of yourself that you can be. We support this with competitive wages, robust benefits and recognition for a job well done.

HMSHost managers are coaches, guiding their teams to achieve great results while having fun and making a difference every day. Our managers show their passion for service and hospitality, are open to different ideas and perspectives, can adjust to the pace of our business, and serve the needs of our associates, guests, brands and other stakeholders.

We value manager-coaches who are reliable, can be counted on to do the right thing and focus on the simplicity of our mission – ensuring everyone feels great at work, and that our travelers are feeling great on the move.

At HMSHost, we know our success is based on great people, strong teams, and a fun environment. If you have positive energy, a passion for serving others, enjoy a fast-paced environment, are a team player, like to learn and grow and have fun at work – apply now!