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Assistant Director, People & Culture - Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa (Hotel) Are you a people-focused leader with a passion for building meaningful connections, elevating teams, and shaping workplace cultures? Join the People & Culture team at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, where warm hospitality, rich local heritage, and a deep commitment to colleague well-being create an exceptional place to work and grow. As Assistant Director, People & Culture, you will help guide a culture defined by authenticity and excellence, creating an environment where every colleague feels valued, inspired, and confident in their ability to make special happen.
Job Responsibility
Partner with the Director, People & Culture to shape organizational strategies across employee relations, compensation and benefits, recognition, health & safety, and colleague wellness, ensuring alignment with hotel vision and operational goals
Lead and influence People & Culture initiatives that enhance engagement, elevate colleague experience, and strengthen hotel-wide performance
Guide leaders in the interpretation and consistent application of HR policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements, reinforcing fair, transparent, and legally compliant practices
Support leaders across the hotel with coaching, guidance, and solutions that cultivate a collaborative, high-performance work environment
Champion the hotel’s recruitment strategy, ensuring every department receives proactive support throughout the full talent lifecycle
Oversee benefits administration and workplace safety programs, driving colleague understanding, regulatory compliance, and a safe, accident-free environment
Assist in overseeing the daily operations of the People & Culture office while supporting the performance and development of the Human Resources team
Manage and track Leaves of Absence with precision to ensure full alignment with legislation and company policies
Coordinate and facilitate training programs that reinforce legal compliance, luxury service excellence, and colleague engagement
Plan and execute People & Culture initiatives, celebrations, and recognition programs that strengthen connection and elevate the colleague experience
Promote an environment grounded in open communication, trust, respect with genuine moments of fun that bring our culture to life
Support overall hotel leadership responsibilities as needed
Uphold all department policies, procedures, and service standards
Follow all health and safety protocols
Requirements
Previous human resources leadership experience in a hotel or luxury hospitality environment required
Excellent communication skills in both Spanish and English, with the ability to translate verbally and in writing
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a natural ability to connect, support, and influence at all levels
Proven ability to stay composed, flexible, and solutions-focused in a dynamic, luxury hospitality environment
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively
Solid understanding of Federal, State, and local employment laws and regulations
Creative, thoughtful problem-solving skills with a commitment to high service standards
Ability to lead by example, elevate team culture, and inspire high performance
Nice to have
Experience with Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) preferred
University/College degree in a related field preferred
What we offer
Employee discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and spa experiences at Accor and Fairmont properties worldwide
Flexible and competitive healthcare benefit plans designed to meet the unique needs of you and your family, starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment
401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 4% of employee contributions
Learning programs to promote growth and development unlocking your full potential
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world
Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities