Director of Human Resources - Union Square Hospitality Group : Job Details

Who you are:

The Director of Human Resources is an inspirational person who provides leadership, strategic, and tactical Human Resources support with people, operations, and financial objectives. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role will provide full-scale human resource expertise including onboarding, employee relations, employment compliance, policy and procedure advice, employee benefits support, and leadership support for HR best practices and guidance. The Director of Human Resources is a role model who will actively and consistently embody our culture and behavior through the work being done in this role.

What you'll do:

* Provide support and education for compliance and employee relations issues as needed

* Facilitate and partner with leadership with HR representation such as progressive discipline, unemployment, workers comp, and leaves of absence

* Take an active lead in the ongoing training, development, and growth of employees

* Support the adoption, education, and implementation of HR initiatives related to; Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, employee outreach and support, and community outreach

* Partner with leaders to support weekly payroll processes where needed

* Provide training to managers regarding SOPs, policies, and business initiatives and provide proper coaching where needed

* Support managers and employees in the understanding and application of employment practices both from the legal and company perspectives

* Coach and support employees in all areas of company policy

* Work with the HR Team and the Legal Team to ensure that USHG is compliant with all local, State, and Federal employment laws

* Communicate updates to managers regarding applicable laws and business practices

* Manage the consistent interpretation and application of the various policies within each of the businesses

* Cultivate a culture of Enlightened Hospitality for all stakeholders that supports our business objectives and growth

* Perform additional responsibilities as needed and other duties as assigned to support team objectives and operational success.

What we need from you:

* At least 7+ years of HR experience supporting the full scope of HR practices

* 2+ years of people management experience

* Bachelor's degree in human resources, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or related field

* Commensurate experience related to HR with a combination of SHRM/SPHR desired

* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office

* Knowledgeable in HRIS Systems

* Capable of teaching and holding peers accountable

* Excellent oral and verbal communication skills

* Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws

* Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

* Organizational awareness and team-oriented

* Proclivity in supporting and providing guidance to all

* Ability to embody and teach our USHG Behaviors

* Ability to apply discretion independently and maintain confidentiality as needed

* English fluency. Knowledge of Spanish language is strongly preferred

* Ability to work on-site in our home office in New York and within our businesses

What you'll get from us:

* Annual salary range of $140,000-150,000 including bonus potential*

* Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

* Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work

* Paid Parental Leave

* Life Insurance

* Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)

* Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing

* Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health

* Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants

* Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future

* Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund

* The above represents the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors in determining your pay.