BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:To coordinate and implement the recruitment, and entry of employees to the Mohonk Mountain House workforce. To maintain records, provide reports and coordinate and assist managers as needed. To pro-actively seek and implement programs to recruit new staff to Mohonk Mountain House, and to seek, and take advantage of opportunities that occur for attracting new staff to Mohonk Mountain House. To coordinate and implement efforts associated with hiring workers from out of the U.S., including responsibility for successful procurement and use of H2B and J-1Visas. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain confidentiality and use discretion and proper judgment in all matters, at all times.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of EEO, ADA, and other related employment laws and guidelines.
- Maintain and ensure compliance with applicable equal employment opportunity (EEO) and related employment laws and regulations.
- Organize and attend job fairs, school/campus events, and other networking opportunities to recruit candidates using various methods, including, but not limited to advertising, contacting schools/campuses, and other hotels.
- Take responsibility for performing all functions necessary for procuring H2B Visas for Mohonk each year, as well as coordinating the J-1 program.
- Act as primary contact for all international staff; organizes trips (shopping, medical appointments, cultural, flight arrival/departure, transportation needs, etc.); provide counseling/coaching sessions, etc.
- Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
- Travel nationally/internationally for recruitment purposes for up to three weeks at any given time two to three times per year.
- Assume full responsibility for advertising and conducting on-site job fair(s) at least once a year at Mohonk, typically in the late winter/spring period.
- Supervise two employees as direct reports
- Review and screen applications and resumes as necessary. Coordinates activities on the career web site.
- Coordinate use and maintenance of the Mohonkjobs.com web site, ADP recruitment process, etc.
- Alert hiring managers to candidates of interest. Interviews and tests candidates as requested by managers, as well as pro-actively.
- Follow up with hiring managers after the interview process to determine whether a placement can be made; collects feedback when placement is unsuccessful.
- Arrange meeting locations, travel, and/or accommodations for applicants and company managers when necessary.
- Coordinate and develop proficiency in any processes used in the screening of candidates, including but not limited to the use of the Mohonk Mountain House Careers web site, use of any testing programs, background checks, etc.
- Maintain current driving license records for all staff whom drive Mohonk Mountain House and/or guest vehicles. Run reports and monitor.
- Serve on the Ulster County Workforce Development Board.
- Work with local staffing agencies to temporarily fulfill positions.
- Conduct and record, or coordinate results of reference checks on all prospective employees prior to offering employment.
- Maintain contact and provide dialogue and progress reports to hiring managers and the Director of Human Resources during the recruiting process.
- Contact chosen candidates to extend offers of employment, and coordinate their entry into the Mohonk work force.
- Respond in writing, when appropriate, to inquiries from applicants.
- Maintain files, as appropriate, including those for the hiring of various positions, and files of applications and resumes received.
- Maintain application forms, interview notes and reference and background checks in a discrete and orderly fashion.
- Conduct and/or assists with the employee entry process, including, but not limited to ensuring that all necessary documentation is properly executed, including but not limited to 1-9, tax forms, necessary work permits, hire authorizations and conducting New Employee Orientation when requested.
- Provide coverage and assistance with any of the other positions that are part of the Human Resources Division, as requested by the Director of Human Resources.
- Coordinate the hiring and entry in to the Mohonk work force of foreign workers.
- Maintain in-house and internet based job posting board.
- Coordinate and organize day to day tasks associated with managing employee dormitory and management housing, including annual reviews and submission of related projects.
- Copy, scan, fax, or email documents to/for managers or outside agent, as requested.
- Assist with special projects, clerical and administrative tasks within the Human Resources Office.
- Work in office setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
- Demonstrate professionalism and positively reactive in an area where people move in and out freely and quickly and be able to move focus from job at hand to person in reception window, at the moment.
- Work extended periods of time viewing a computer video monitor and/ or operating a keyboard.
- File letters, correspondences, reports, etc. in file cabinet drawers ranging from 1' to 7' from the floor.
- Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transactions accurately.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Publisher
- Listen well, communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other staff, management, vendors and guests that have a variety of educational backgrounds and values.
- Demonstrate organizational skills, proofreading skills, and produce well-written, error-free copies.
- Inspect work by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, stand, climb up/down ladders or sit for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Lift up to 40 pounds from ground level to waist and carry a distance of up to 25 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 4 miles per day.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Make oneself available for emergency situations 365 days per year/24 hours per day.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House's Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
- Participate in employee special events, parties, as requested.
- Participate in providing coverage as Manager-On-Duty for the hotel.
QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Driver's License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.At least five years managing all phases of the recruitment and hiring process preferred.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.