Vice President, Human Resources - Field Operations

Davidson Hospitality Group

Atlanta, Georgia

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Acquisitions Management, Business Strategy, Candidate Pipeline, Cross-Functional, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism, Hotel Management, Human Resources, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Metrics, On Site Support, Onboarding, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Organizational Development/Management, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Policy Development, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Management, Risk Management, Sales, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Workforce Planning

LOCATION

Atlanta, Georgia

POSTED

30+ days ago

Property Description

Davidson Hospitality Group is a dynamic and innovative hospitality management company that is constantly seeking top talent to join its team. With its headquarters located in the heart of the hospitality industry in Atlanta, Georgia, Davidson Hospitality Group is a leader in hotel and resort management, providing comprehensive and results-driven services to a diverse portfolio of properties across the United States. As a job applicant, you can expect to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, growth, and professional development. With a strong commitment to excellence in guest service, employee engagement, and financial performance, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for individuals who are passionate about the hospitality industry. Whether you are seeking a corporate role in operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, finance, human resources, or other areas, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a wide range of career opportunities for motivated and talented individuals. Join the team at Davidson Hospitality Group and be a part of a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.

Overview

Position Overview

The Vice President of People & Culture is a strategic and operational leader responsible for driving people initiatives across a portfolio of hospitality properties. This role partners closely with Field Operations leadership to align business objectives with talent strategies, elevate organizational effectiveness, and ensure a consistent, high-performing culture across all properties.

The VP oversees Regional and Area Human Resources leaders and plays a critical role in leading the human resources aspects of new property acquisitions, management transitions, and divestitures. This leader ensures the seamless integration of people, processes, and culture while maintaining compliance and operational excellence.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Business Partnership

Serve as a trusted advisor to EVP, SVP, and Regional Operations leaders on all people-related matters
Align People & Culture strategies with business goals to drive performance, engagement, and retention
Lead workforce planning, organizational design, and succession strategies across assigned regions
Influence and support leadership development to build strong property-level leadership pipelines

Field Operations Support

Provide direct oversight and leadership to Regional and Area HR Directors supporting property-level HR teams
Ensure consistent execution of People & Culture programs, policies, and brand standards across all properties
Partner with Operations to address team member relations, performance management, and culture initiatives
Drive accountability for engagement, turnover, and talent metrics at the property and regional level

Talent Management & Development

Partner with the Learning & Organizational Development corporate team to champion leadership development programs, including onboarding, training, and career pathing for property leaders. Play a key role in leadership development program content and facilitation, including the GM Edge and other HiPo programs.
Partner with Learning & Organizational Development to deliver impactful training solutions
Oversee performance management processes, ensuring alignment with company standards and merit planning
Partner with the Corporate Talent Acquisition team to build and sustain a strong internal talent pipeline across all levels of the organization

Acquisitions, Transitions & Divestitures

Partner with the Corporate People & Culture team to lead People & Culture due diligence for new property acquisitions, including workforce assessments and risk identification
Oversee HR integration efforts for newly onboarded properties, ensuring smooth transitions into company systems, culture, and practices
Support divestitures by managing team member transitions, communications, and compliance requirements
Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, IT, and Operations during all phases of property lifecycle changes

Team Member Relations & Compliance

Provide guidance and oversight on complex team member relations matters, investigations, and risk mitigation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all jurisdictions
Partner with Legal on employment-related matters, including claims, disputes, and policy development
Promote a culture of fairness, inclusion, and accountability

HR Operations & Systems

Partner with HRIS and Payroll teams to ens

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Davidson Hospitality Group

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