Human Resources Director - Yosemite Region - Aramark Destinations

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Human Resources Director to support the Yosemite Region in the Destinations line of business.

This is a remote position. Ideally, the candidate will be based in the Fresno, CA or surrounding area with the ability to commute into the park as needed.

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer.  This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting. ​

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.   Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.  Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.  For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation 

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with operations leadership to identify human resources solutions to help achieve targeted business outcomes.
• Actively participate in the development, planning and execution of the operations strategy within region and LOB.
• Serve as key change agent on new initiatives, programs, and processes to positively impact the organizational culture for the LOB and the enterprise.
• Take time with internal and external clients to explore how to best meet the needs of customers from diverse backgrounds. Foster relationships with key client human resources teams.
• Identify priorities, opportunities, and best practices within the region and then formulate and implement solutions.
• Build performance-based relationships with regional leadership team members and local operations teams.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop and execute a proactive talent acquisition and pipeline plan to ensure that open roles are filled quickly. 
• Understand and anticipate the talent needs in the region for more effective talent identification and succession.
• Partner with the business leadership team to support Aramark's Engagement Strategy by helping to identify and diagnose potential engagement issues and by initiating proactive solutions for enhancing employee engagement.
• Support enterprise diversity and inclusion initiatives by understanding how to integrate the right balance of diverse backgrounds to support the business, and by partnering to develop inclusive and cohesive teams.
• Lead organization design and redesign efforts; ensure the right roles are in place, and that work and responsibilities are allocated appropriately.
• Implement consistent and comprehensive assessment and selection processes to ensure succession plans that deliver talent to the organization.
• Identify and leverage the right resources at the right time to achieve the necessary outcomes.  Resources include partners in the HR specialty teams, partners in functional areas, HR peers within and outside LOB and direct manager(s).
• Engage in performance management and development of the operations team within a region.
• Select, manage and develop a team of human resources professionals, including development plans, performance management, retention plans, succession planning, and talent assessment and hiring.
• Support and coordinate labor relations activities as needed, taking a more involved leadership role on complex situations. 
• Utilize technical expertise to identify when negotiation and/or compromise is appropriate to drive the right outcomes. 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required; Masters Degree Preferred
• SHRM certification required
• 10 years of HR generalist experience - the successful candidate will not only possess an in-depth HR Generalist knowledge but should also have multi-unit (multiple accounts/geographies) multi-functional (different lines of focus within the business) and multi-leader (quasi matrixed organization in partnership with multiple leaders) experience.
• Must possess a proficient working knowledge of all aspects of human resources, including but not limited to Compensation, Benefits, ER/LR, Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Training and Organizational Development, Conflict Resolution and Change Management.
• Must have expert knowledge of compliance, state labor laws and other regulations relevant to the business environment.
• Should have a thorough knowledge of and proven track record of supporting the business sales process (base business and retention).
• Must actively participate in HR-specific continuing education in order to stay current on trends, best practices, and changes in the function to include relevant legislation and enterprise initiatives.
• Must exhibit the ability to effectively network and navigate through organizational relationships as well as the ability to work in a complex matrixed environment.  Must also exhibit the ability to effectively lead remote teams.
• Must have acceptable level of proficiency in the use of HR Applications and Microsoft Office applications.
• This role reports directly to the VP of Human Resources and dotted line to the Vice President of Operations.
• There is a component of travel to this role.  The range is expected to be 30% to 50% - that will include a mixture of day and overnight travel.  This travel is mostly the type that is planned and known in advance but as with any role that has this level of responsibility there may be times where unexpected travel is required. 

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.