Washington, DC, USA
21 days ago
People + Culture (HR) Specialist
Why We're Here

We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here.

Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality that makes people feel disconnected. He initiated a new boutique hotel standard and environment where people could connect, from the heart. That was the goal then, and it is still our purpose today.

Your work here has meaning. You're here to improve the lives of coworkers, guests, owners, communities, and together we make that happen. It's what drives all that we do. Every day you can improve lives in your own, unique way and you can expect the same in return. It all starts with you.

How We're Different

Our San Francisco-born entrepreneurial spirit and zest for life kick started this culture in 1981, and it shines through to this day.

It all flows from you. The lively, rebellious, genuine you - with your diverse background, talents, experiences, and plucky personality - is fully welcome, and celebrated here. Because we know that when people can be themselves at work, they shine.

That's what we seek out and celebrate. It's people of all kinds who share a knack for creativity and self-leadership. People who don't need to be told what to do to get things done. People who have an innate passion for making others' lives better.

It adds up to a work environment that's a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional. Guests feel it; you'll feel it too.

What You'll Do

This position will provide support to the property focusing on all aspects of People + Culture to include: maintaining employee files and departmental records/logs, recruiting, training and supporting employee relations pertaining to recognition. Assist in the administration of employee recognition and training programs.

Some of your responsibilities include: Publish and maintain job postings, employee information, files, and assist with I9 completion and compliance. Maintain the training schedule and coordinate with Kimpton University Trainers; arrange for monthly orientation. Assist with worker's comp claims and filings, new hire data entry, and running background checks. Answer any questions and/or request by EEOC, EDD, and other governmental agencies, including employee complaints with the assistance from the controller and GM. Coordinate employee counseling documentation and meetings. Work with property to orchestrate annual benefit enrollment and benefits administration. Assist with 90-day and yearly employee reviews (April) and Annual Colleague Survey. Coordination of recruitment efforts with hiring managers, including new hires, interviews, accept resumes and applications, utilize our applicant tracking system appropriately. Assist in interview setup with managers for prospective new employees. Manage all office supplies and ensure efficient stock of forms used in the hotels are available in P+C and/or other designated areas. Ensure all EEOC and OSHA postings compliance are updated. Aggressively champion the Kimpton Culture!

Act as Head of the CARE Committee by:

Communicate notices on bulletin boards, newsletters, and in employee meetings. Coordinate special employee recognition, reward, motivation, and education programs and activities to develop and encourage good employer/employee relations. Facilitate and coordinate employee relations events, GM communications meetings, recognition, and monthly luncheons. What You Bring Minimum 2 years of related experience in hospitality, or similar industry. Human Resources, training and/or recruiting experience preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred. Must work well in a high volume, active work environment. Must be able to maintain confidential information. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines for multiple concurrent tasks. Accuracy and attention to detail are required as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

 

The hourly pay range for this role is $28.00-31.00. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.


We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and any other benefits to eligible employees.

 

You can apply for this role through the link below (or through internal career site if you are a current employee).

 

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

 

Differences make a difference. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our hotel and restaurant guests. With that goal in mind, we encourage each of our employees to understand, accept, and celebrate differences among people. That includes different personalities, lifestyles, work styles, education, and experience. We also welcome and embrace people of all races, ethnicities, ages, religions, physical abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities and genders. For our complete EEO policy click here.

 

Be Yourself. Lead Yourself. Make it Count.

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