POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual: English/Spanish) is a
key member of the Human Resources team and works with the HR team to carry out the properties culture and
brands promise. The HR Generalist is largely responsible for the daily activities of the Human Resource Office,
including recruitment, development and retention of talented candidates, benefits administration, managing
workplace incidents and injuries, facilitating employee investigations, and the planning and execution of activities
for team members. This position also is responsible for ensuring all associates are trained to provide excellent
and consistent service and to maintain complete adherence to all Brand and property standards. Presents,
develops and conducts or coordinates training sessions to promote associate development. Monitors and
maintains New Hire Training Program. Additionally, he/she focuses on delivering HR services that meet or exceed
the needs of associates and enable business success; as well as ensures compliance with all applicable laws,
regulations and operating procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Recruitment
1. Assists director in developing and executing a recruitment strategy. Uses metrics to evaluate programs
and determine effectiveness. Modify strategy as needed.
2. Executes recruitment and on-boarding process from beginning to end.
3. Participate in recruiting events at schools, fairs and conferences.
4. Networks with local organizations (e.g., Hotel Association and peers) to source candidates for current or
future openings
5. Ensure recruitment and hiring practices are in compliance with all local, state, and federal employment
laws
6. Responsible for recording and maintaining employee information in HRIS such new hire data, personal
data, transfers, change of work status, etc.
Development
1. Supports the new hire orientation program for associates to receive the appropriate training to
successfully perform their job.
2. Ensures coordination and facilitation of new hire orientation program, brand mandated and other
compliance trainings.
3. Ensures and tracks brand training compliance
4. Uses all available on the job training tools for employees; supervise on-going training initiatives and
conducts training, when appropriate
5. Assists with the company-wide performance evaluation process
Recognition
1. Facilitate the associate recognition programs
2. Organize and execute associate appreciation events
Employee Relations
1. Understand and use the concepts and legal guidelines that guide an employer to ensure all persons,
(candidates or associates) are treated ethically, morally, and within the requirements of the law.
Knowledge and practice of FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, COBRA, etc., and an understanding of how
state laws differ from federal laws.
2. Assists in maintaining a collaborative environment by utilizing an open door policy to acknowledge
employee problems or concerns in a timely manner.

3. Assists in keeping associates informed of important information and maintaining effective communication
channels throughout the property
4. Reviews disciplinary action forms for accuracy and consistency, including supporting documentation.
Accountable for determining appropriate action.
5. Work with Department Managers for resolution of employee issues/grievances
6. Manages Legal and Compliance Practices
7. Ensures employee files are well secured and contain required employment paperwork and documentation
8. Ensures compliance with immigration regulations as it relates to employment. Responsible for tracking
Form I-9 expirations and communicating status with employees and management.
9. Ensures compliance with procedure for accessing, reviewing, and auditing employee files and ensure
compliance with the Privacy Act
10. Ensures medical records are maintained in a separate, secure and confidential medical file
11. Assists in overseeing Workers Compensation claims to ensure appropriate employee care and manage
costs. Maintain OSHA log in accordance with the act, correlate and communicate incident trends, and
participate in safety team meetings.
Leadership Responsibilities
1. Creates value through proactive approaches that will affect performance outcome
2. Creates a collaborative environment by supporting effective communication channels and team based
culture at Property
3. Maintains strong influence within all hiring, training, performance evaluations, discipline and/or
termination decisions
Other Key Responsibilities:
1. May be expected to work in other areas of the complex when needed to assist operations to perform job
duties not necessarily contained in this job description
2. Maintain a safe work environment for colleagues and a safe hotel for guests
3. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Other:
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential
to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary
action, up to and including termination of employment.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to
reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is
required.
Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with the rules and regulations for the safe and
effective operation of the hotel’s facilities. Employees who violate hotel rules and regulations will be subject to
disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Attendance:
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad
Resort & Spa from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with
irregular attendance / tardies will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa rules
and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may
be asked to perform from time to time.
Ownership:
This job opportunity for employment is being made available by Grand Pacific Hotel Services, L.P., the owner
and the employer of all associates working at Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International is
not the owner or operator of Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International is not the direct or
indirect employer or joint employer of any associates working at Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott
International does not control, govern or regulate any aspect of recruitment or employment at Westin/Sheraton
Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International is not responsible for any aspect of your application, candidacy, or
employment at the resort, nor shall Marriott International be liable for the data collection, use and privacy
practices of the Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa’s owner or operator.