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Great Wolf Lodge

Director, Human Resources

Great Wolf Lodge, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115


Pay: $110000 per year - $130000 per yearAt Great Wolf, the

Director of Human Resources

is responsible strategy and execution of policies relating to our most important asset - our employees. In this role you will partner with lodge leadership to ensure the HR function supports lodge objectives and are executed flawlessly.Join our Pack:Grow your career : A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent development programs at all levelsGreat Perks : Take advantage of exclusive perks for you, your family, and friends including discounted vacations and employee referral incentivesLearn While You Earn : Gain access to Great Wolf University for on-the-job training, functional, and leadership trainingPrioritize Your Well-Being : We offer flexible scheduling, access to a holistic wellness program and technology, and support through our Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief FundCelebrate Your Uniqueness : Join a team that cheers for diversity and inclusion through programs that make everyone feel welcome and recognized.Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceHealth savings accountTelehealth resourcesLife insurance401K with employer matchPaid vacation time offPaid parental leaveEssential Duties - ResponsibilitiesAnalyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the lodge leadership and enterprise HR group to develop solutions, programs and policiesManages and resolves complex employee relations issues and conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations as necessaryMaintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance, partnering with the corporate HR and counsel as needed/requiredProvides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retentionProvides HR policy guidance and interpretationAssists international employees (J1, H2B and Interns) with visas, assignments and related HR mattersProvides guidance, leadership and input on workforce planning and labor utilization Identifies training needs for business units and individual coaching needs.Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure successDrives enterprise wide talent and HR programs in the areas of talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, training and development, service values, rewards - recognition and succession planningMaintain employee benefits programs by studying and assessing benefit needs and trends; recommending benefit programs to management; directing the processing of benefit claims; designing and conducting educational programs on benefits programs. Including administrative, legal, and financial issues relating to healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and educational assistance programsProvide leadership and management to the lodge HR team including goal setting, coaching, development, performance feedback, disciplineBasic Qualifications & SkillsAssociates Degree in Human Resources, Business or related or equivalent experienceMinimum of 5 years of progressive experience as HR Business PartnerDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and HRISStrong problem solving and organizational skillsAttention to detailEnthusiastic and positive energyMulti-tasking abilitySuccessful completion of criminal background check and drug screenDesired Qualifications & TraitsBachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business or related or equivalent experiencePrevious experience in hotel/resort/theme park industryHuman Resources certification or other specialized trainingExperience utilizing HR TechnologyPhysical RequirementsAble to lift up to 20 lbs.Able to bend, stretch, and twistAble to stand or sit for long periods of timeApplication InstructionsWe are hiring immediately, with relocation packages available. Click on Apply Now or chat with a recruiter (bottom of your screen on Great Wolfs website). Complete an application and a recruiter will reach out on next step.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.