Director of Talent Acquisition

This is a hybrid position. Candidate selected for this role must be willing to work in office at our corporate location 2-3 days a week.

Who We Are

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow. This position is based in our corporate office in Merrillville, IN. We offer a hybrid work environment, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of remote work for a portion of your schedule while maintaining a strong presence in our office for 3 days per week to promote collaboration, creativity, and work-life balance.

What You’ll Do and What You’ll Bring

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Carry out strategic vision and direction that aligns with company goals. Partner with the CHRO, COO and VP of Organizational Capability to execute talent acquisition strategy.
• Hire, train, coach and mentor Corporate Recruiting Staff.
• Filling the Funnel, Improving Candidate Experience, Improving Onboarding, Improving Manager Experience
• Provide support in hiring, training and supporting Field Recruiting Staff. Hold accountable.
• Transition the department to new KPIs. Culturalize those KPIs in the company
• Work with Sr. Director of Field Engagement in facilitating regular workforce forecasting meetings with RVPs and corporate VPs. Adjust strategy to meet needs.
• Provide support to talent review and succession planning process.
• Make recommendations on necessary IT to support recruiting. (Including the transitions from one platform to another.)
• Evaluate new technologies that make the TA process smoother or more efficient. Evaluate ROI, gain alignment and support and make recommendation on implementation.
• Implement new technologies and processes that make the TA process more efficient.
• Train team to work with IT on access or technical issues with the ATS and other training systems.
• Ensure department communication and materials are in line with White Lodging employment branding.
• Work with marketing and communications to effectively promote recruiting programs.
• Work with talent team to create training that teaches the field effective recruiting.
• Oversee effective recruitment marketing strategy (Programmatic Job Advertising)
• Oversee effective college recruiting program. With the college recruiting team
• Oversee international recruiting strategies.
• Communicate department strategies, KPIs and expectations to senior leadership and the field.
• Work with legal department on recruiting related contracts.
• Maintain constant communication and collaboration with Sr. Leaders, especially COO and RVPs.
• Maintain recruiting vendor relationships.
• Develop Talent Acquisition Team. Ensure regular Career Discussions and Effective Development Plans.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Experience in high-volume recruiting.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
• Strategic and project management skills.
• Proven results in recruiting.
• Strong organization skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Able to manage multiple priorities and competing demands to meet deadlines and goals.
• Working knowledge of international employee Rules and Regulations as they apply to White Lodging’s needs.
• Ability to build partnerships within and outside of White Lodging.
• 4 Year College degree preferred.
• 3+ years HR experience
• Experience in high-volume recruiting.
• Hospitality experience preferred.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
• Leadership development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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