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Area Director of Human Resources

B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group

7501 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 1500
Bethesda, MD 20814

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B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental Hotel Groups, Marriott International, Hilton, and Best Western Hotels: along with The Watermark Hotel, The Hay-Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt. These properties are operated by a team of more than 1,000 enthusiastic hospitality professionals! 
Do you have a passion for hospitality? Do you strive to make a difference in the lives of others? Consider yourself a creative genius when it comes to finding new ways to recruit people or keep a team engaged?  We are currently seeking a phenomenal leader to become our new Area Director of Human Resources for 8 hotels in the Dulles region portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess an unmatched dedication to making a difference for our internal guests and our team members. You will develop strategies to attract and retain top talent that will exceed our guest expectations and support B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group’s One Team philosophy. If you enjoy being an integral member of a cohesive team, have a winning personality, and a strong HR generalist background, this opportunity was created with you in mind. As the Area Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for completing the following responsibilities while displaying a high degree of business acumen, analytical capability and an ability to adapt to continuous change:
B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group invites you to take your career to the next level! As a leading Owner and Management Company in the Hospitality Industry, our commitment to our team is in our “One Team!” values. Our integrated approach in obtaining top talent ensures key players who are committed to their professional and personal development represent our hotels, have a sound understanding of the industry, and possess significant attributes to enhance our culture. Joining our team says you are committed to guest satisfaction and promise to uphold the highest level of integrity.
Responsibilities:
    • Compensation/Benefits: Maintains relationship with area hotels and conducts regular wage surveys to ensure competitive wages.  Works with B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group’s HR/Payroll department to ensure timely processing of team member increases.  Monitors and administers compensation/benefits for both hourly and salaried team members.
    • Recruitment/Retention: Manages the recruitment and retention process for the property for both hourly and salaried team members.  Ensures fair hiring practices including consistent completion of all new-hire paperwork.  Implements and maintains recognition programs that reward and motivate team members, and plays key role in administering and following up with Team Member Satisfaction Survey. Conduct team member investigations and maintain confidentiality.
    • Team Member Relations: Provides leadership support in maintaining union free status.  Responsible for ensuring fair and consistent application of federal, state and local laws.  Plays a key role in ensuring effective team member relations, and serves as a resource for performance management with hourly and salaried team members.
    • Cost Control: Manages expenses to exceed company/hotel profitability. Assists department managers in effectively managing labor costs through efficient use of Kronos and UltiPro.  Follows B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procurement guidelines and applies good business judgment.  Assists in identifying cost strategies between departments/hotels to capitalize on efficiencies.
    • Training: Analyzes quality issues, identifies training needs and ensures implementation to improve results.  Assists in the administration and delivery of all training and development programs.  Utilizes available resources and adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group training policies.
    • Safety/Risk Management: Manages the workers’ compensation program and assists in providing a clean and safe work environment.
    • Self/Workload Management: Responsible for effective self/workload management.  Demonstrates clear communication.  Promotes collaboration and positive, professional work environment.  Adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group Standard Operating Procedures.  
Required Skills and Experience:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience required. Masters degree a plus. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR preferred.
    • Three+ years of Human Resource experience required.
    • Strong preference for experience in a hospitality or service industry.
    • Must have strong organizational & communication skills, and a professional presence.
    • Must have a solid business focus in addition to effective interpersonal skills.
    • Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis.
BENEFITS:
    • Well-Being Benefits
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental & Vision Insurance
    • Short & Long Term Disability
    • Vacation Policy
    • Long Term Planning:
    • 401(k) Retirement Program
    • Paid Life Insurance
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Team Member Programs:
    • Our Big 3 Mission Statement Leaders of the Month/Year
    • Annual Performance Appraisals and Wage Increase Opportunities
    • Annual Team Member Banquets
    • Annual Team Member Engagement Survey
    • Discounted Room Rates for Team Members, Family and Friends
    • Complimentary Room Stays
B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Posted April 12, 2024

B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group

At B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, we understand that the success of our company is a direct result of the dedicated efforts of our hard-working team members. 1,100 hospitality professionals strong and growing, our team members are the perfect example of what happens when pride, passion and drive come together to form One Team!

Unlike some of our competitors in the industry who refer to their properties as their ‘assets', at B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, we operate our hotels under the guiding principle that our team members are always our number one asset and as much of a priority as our guests!  

In addition to attracting and retaining top talent, we pride ourselves on fostering a positive atmosphere, where team members find satisfaction, feel empowered to make decisions, are given the tools and resources needed to be successful in their role(s), while continuously encouraging and motivating them towards personal and professional growth and development.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for experienced professionals who want to make a difference, develop and inspire others, drive innovative ideas and deliver results.  We always strive to work together to achieve our Mission Statement by instilling our One Team! values of Collaboration, Communication, Respect, Fun & Encouragement, Adapt & Change and Success.

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