Essential Job Functions:

• Take an active role in understanding the business and employee issues property wide.
• Protects Company's value by keeping information confidential with a strong sense of integrity.
• Provide main point of HR contact for all employees.
• Conducts new hire onboarding activities, including but not limited to background checks, employee eligibility verifications, and new hire and benefit orientations.
• Manages HRIS systems; and may instruct others in system application
• Support in preparing and maintaining job descriptions for each position within the organization, ensures descriptions accurately reflect the work being performed; assesses job and their respective duties to determine classification as exempt or non-exempt and appropriate salary range
• May assist with design and implement various employee development and training programs.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training. This may include anti-harassment training, cyber security and exams and certifications
• Assists management with HR policy adherence, disciplinary actions and documentation
• Conducts investigations regarding HR policy violations and appeals
• Ensures up-to-date maintenance of employee records in accordance with legal requirements and corporate policies
• Plans, organizes, and facilitates several employee activities and recognition program
• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed
• Maintain personnel files
• As a key position for a boutique hospitality property all positions may be asked to jump in and participate in various operational tasks as needed.
• Works closely with members of management team to create a positive, productive and inclusive workplace culture. 
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Job Requirements:

• 2 - 5 years’ experience in HR dealing with recruiting, payroll, employee relations, progressive discipline, and benefits administration
• It is not required to speak multiple languages, but a definite plus.

Proficiencies:

• Possess ability to work with MS Office
• Understanding of employment law, employee rights, payroll and benefits, FMLA and COBRA
• Must have the ability to work independently with support management
• Strong oral and written communication and proven organizational skills
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Our Company:

Timbers Company is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. We are passionate about creating remarkable experiences with world-class hospitality while exposing our Owners and guests to the humble authenticity of every location that we call home.

 Our Property:

At Timbers Kiawah, you are not just near the beach. You’re at the beach. Our staff guide guests to enjoy the destination, rich in natural landscapes and stunning barrier island beauty while preserving the environment we are fortunate to reside in. Our team members reflect the highest level of Lowcountry hospitality with anticipatory service in an unparalleled setting.

 Our Core Values:

We are in the business of creating an authentic sense of place for families to return to time and time again while committing ourselves to creating memorable and fun experiencers through passionate, attentive service. This mantra is reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have whether it be in hospitality operations management, asset management, development, or sales & marketing. Our values define who we are.

• Be Authentic
• Practice Humility
• Cultivate Teamwork
• Value Time
• Be Trustworthy

This job description is not all inclusive. Timbers Kiawah reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

Our company (“Company”) fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal, state and/or local laws, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we intend to comply fully with applicable federal, state and/or local employment laws and the information requested on this application will only be used for purposes consistent with those laws. To the extent required by applicable law, The Company maintains a drug- free workplace.