Herschend Family Entertainment · 12 hours ago
Lake Compounce - Seasonal Human Resources Lead
Lake Compounce, 822 Lake Ave, Bristol, CT 06010, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expHerschend Family Entertainment is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions worldwide. The Human Resources Lead will oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training, while also managing internal communications and participating in administrative duties.
Media and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Lead a capable team of HR Specialists and/or HR Coordinators
Review and screen applications, conduct candidate interviews and extend offers of employment
Distribute team member uniforms and keep track of inventory
Create team member ID badges and name tags
Schedule seasonal hosts for orientation, and ensure team members attend department-specific training; keep track of this data using our systems
Conduct new hire orientations, ensuring all team members complete the program
Using Workday, hire all employees and make sure all onboarding tasks are completed prior to new hire orientation
Gather all necessary documents from team members for proper I9 completion, and process I9s
Assist with data entry into HRIS and Learning systems
Assists employees with Workday navigation and password resets
Assist with timekeeping for assigned departments
Participate alongside manager and/or director in local and regional job fairs at the high school, college, and professional level
Responsible for coaching HR hosts and providing disciplinary action when necessary, with the assistance of the HR Supervisor
Report any feedback from seasonal or full-time employees to improve processes, job satisfaction and/or guest satisfaction efforts to HR leadership
Evaluate current HR processes and propose alternative solutions or process improvements
Assist with the coordination of team member events
Respond to team member inquiries via phone and email
Copying, filing and various other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Connecticut Child Labor Laws
Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to frequently work hours that extend beyond 9 AM to 5 PM during the operating season
Ability to exude unwavering professionalism toward guests, hosts, management and other human resources contacts
Must possess excellent organizational skills and be able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive employee data
Ability to use office technology and equipment, such as PC, software, and copier
Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
Ability to remain seated and use computer for several hours of the workday
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor setting for extended periods of time
Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing up to 30 pounds
Occasional bending, squatting and reaching above shoulders
Preferred
1+ years of previous work experience in an HR role preferred
Prior experience in Recruitment, HR Management, Leadership and Training & Development are preferred, but not required
Previous experience hiring a seasonal workforce is a plus
Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus
Ability to analyze and react to trends
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
Free admission to Lake Compounce and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season
Company
Herschend Family Entertainment
Herschend Family Entertainment develops and operates entertainment, tourism and hospitality properties
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Wexler
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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