The People & Culture Administrator plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the People & Culture team. This individual will assist with benefits administration, recruitment coordination, leave and disability processes, and general colleague support. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, service-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced, people-first environment.
What is in it for you:
- $33.05 per hour
- Employee travel program offering discounted rates in Fairmont’s and Accor worldwide
- Parking/Commuting Discounts
- Paid meal breaks with complimentary meals served in our Staff Dining room
- Medical, dental, vison insurance available for all full-time colleagues and their families. Additional supplemental insurance available. Free base employee only medical insurance
- 401K Retirement plans with a 4% match for all colleagues.
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
- Fun, elegant atmosphere with amazing colleagues!
Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Support recruitment efforts by posting positions, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
- Coordinate onboarding tasks including background checks, I-9 verification, system setup, and new hire orientation.
- Assist with tracking applicant data and preparing offer letters and onboarding packets.
Benefits & Leave Administration
- Act as a point of contact for benefit-related questions, assisting colleagues with enrollments, claims, and inquiries.
- Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS and benefits systems.
- Assist in the administration of FMLA, WA Paid Family & Medical Leave, and other leave programs in accordance with Hotel Policy, federal, Seattle and Washington State law.
- Track employee leaves, coordinate documentation, and communicate with relevant departments.
General HR Administration
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records both electronically and in physical files.
- Support monthly reporting for headcount, benefits utilization, and recruitment activity.
- Assist with employee engagement and recognition initiatives, such as service anniversaries and cultural events.
- Participate in hotel-wide committees, such as Health & Wellness or Safety, as assigned.
- Support day-to-day Talent & Culture operations and perform other administrative tasks as required.
- Field colleague relations concerns and liaise with other departments on follow-up with basic issues
- Other duties as required
- Minimum 1 year of Human Resources experience, preferably in a hotel or customer service-oriented environment
- Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
- Working knowledge of employee benefits, leave administration, and basic employment regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, WA Paid Family & Medical Leave)
- Strong organizational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with HRIS systems is an asset
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We are an equal opportunity employer. All offers contingent on background check and E-Verify. Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS