HR Specialist

Description

Position Overview

We are looking for a tech-savvy and service-minded HR Specialist – Talent Acquisition to bridge the gap between people-first hospitality operations and modern tech-driven recruitment. In this role, you will manage full-cycle talent acquisition, leverage modern HR and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and shape a welcoming candidate and employee experience for a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Full-Cycle Recruiting

• End-to-End Hiring: Manage full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checks, and offer execution for operational, guest-facing, and technical/corporate support roles. 
• Hiring Manager Partnership: Partner closely with department leaders to forecast staffing needs, define ideal candidate profiles, and build proactive talent pipelines. 
• Data-Driven Metrics: Track and report on key recruitment analytics (such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, and applicant conversion rates) to continuously improve hiring workflows. 

Technology & Systems Administration

ATS & HRIS Management: Utilize and optimize platforms such as, LinkedIn, or similar ATS/HRIS tools to maintain clean candidate records and data integrity. 

• Tech-Enabled Sourcing: Leverage digital sourcing channels, AI-assisted recruitment tools, and professional networking databases to source diverse, high-caliber talent. 
• Process Automation: Implement digital onboarding touchpoints, virtual interview options, and automated workflow tools to streamline the candidate-to-employee transition. 

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Pre-Hire & Onboarding: Coordinate seamless pre-hire compliance checks, offer letters, and engaging new-hire orientation sessions. 
• Employer Branding: Help elevate the organization's employer brand across social media, local community partnerships, and industry recruitment events. 
• General HR Support: Assist with general People & Culture tasks, including employee relations support, internal mobility tracking, and adherence to local, state, and federal labor compliance. 

Requirements

Qualifications

• Experience:
• 2–4+ years of hands-on experience in human resources, full-cycle recruiting, or talent acquisition.
• Demonstrated background or strong affinity for the hospitality industry (understanding high-volume, guest-centric, or shift-based environments). 

• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS platforms. and digital communication/video interview tools.
• Comfortable adopting emerging recruiting tech, AI-driven screening tools, and people analytics dashboards. 

• Soft Skills & Mindset:
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• High emotional intelligence with a service-oriented, hospitality-first mindset.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced setting. 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources preferred Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) preferred.
• Other Duties as assigned.