We’re hiring a senior HR leader for one of New York City’s premier luxury hotels!
At Goodkind Hospitality, we specialize in connecting top talent with the industry’s most prestigious hotels and resorts. We are excited to represent this exclusive opportunity for an accomplished Director of Human Resources
👉 Union 6 experience in hospitality is required — candidates without it will not be considered.
👉 Salary: $225,000 annually + benefits
If you’re a strategic HR leader with proven success in union environments, this role offers the chance to shape culture, drive engagement, and make a lasting impact at the executive level.
Director of Human Resources & Training – Luxury Hotel, NYC
$225,000 annually
Presented by Goodkind Hospitality
This is a senior leadership role that requires proven experience in union environments within the hospitality industry. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic partner to hotel leadership, ensuring compliance, driving employee engagement, and building a culture that supports both employees and guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all Human Resources and Training functions.
- Serve as the property’s primary liaison for union negotiations, grievances, and compliance matters.
- Partner with the executive team to align HR strategy with the hotel’s mission, culture, and goals.
- Lead talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
- Manage compensation, benefits, and recognition programs to support employee engagement and retention.
- Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement initiatives.
- Foster a workplace environment that prioritizes both compliance and a culture of excellence.
Qualifications
- Union 6 experience in hospitality is required — this is a non-negotiable requirement.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Background in luxury or upscale hotels strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of labor law, compliance, and collective bargaining agreements.
- Energetic, influential leader with exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Core Skills
- Union & Collective Bargaining
- Employee & Labor Relations
- Contract Negotiation
- Benefits Administration
- Talent Management & Succession Planning
- Recruiting & Pre-Opening Experience
- Conflict Prevention & Resolution
- Compliance & Policy Development
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
- Strategic Planning
Compensation
💼 Permanent placement offering $225,000 annually + comprehensive benefits
At Goodkind Hospitality, we take pride in placing leaders who not only excel in their roles but also inspire and elevate those around them. If you’re an HR professional with the union expertise this role demands, we’d love to represent you for this exclusive opportunity.
