Talent & Culture Manager

Hyatt
Isle of Palms, SC
Category Human Resources
Job Description
The Talent & Culture Manager is a strategic partner within Wild Dunes Resort's Human Resources team, responsible for leading talent acquisition, workforce planning, and staffing strategies that support both year-round and seasonal business demands.

Requirements

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive annual staffing plan aligned with business goals, seasonality, and occupancy forecasts
  • Conduct annual and ongoing staffing needs assessments in partnership with Department Leaders
  • Design and implement seasonal staffing strategies, including high-volume hiring plans to support peak periods
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal leaders, candidates, and external partners
  • Establish and manage partnerships with the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and workforce programs such as ICEP, Trident Technical College, and International Partners for recruitment of J1, F1 and H2B work cultural exchange programs.
  • Create and implement innovative sourcing strategies and new staffing resources to attract diverse, qualified candidates
  • Represent the resort at job fairs, community events, and workforce development initiatives
  • Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts to ensure timely filling of all open roles
  • Coordinate interview scheduling and ensure a seamless, high-quality candidate experience
  • Support high-volume and seasonal recruiting needs, stepping in as needed to meet hiring demands
  • Drive improvements that enhance hiring manager satisfaction and candidate engagement
  • Ensure effective collaboration with hiring managers to support selection decisions
  • Maintain strong communication throughout the hiring process
  • Exercise sound judgment and escalate issues appropriately when needed
  • Oversee new hire onboarding, including paperwork, HR systems entry, orientation coordination, and I-9 compliance
  • Initiate and support immigration and housing processes as needed
  • Ensure a smooth transition from candidate to employee with a strong first-day experience
  • Identify opportunities to enhance recruiting processes, tools, and systems
  • Utilize data and insights to improve time-to-fill and overall hiring efficiency
  • Generate and implement new ideas and creative staffing solutions to strengthen talent pipelines
  • Lead talent acquisition projects focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence
  • Maintain Applicant Tracking System (ATS) data integrity and reporting
  • Track and improve key metrics, including time-to-fill, quality of hire, and seasonal staffing effectiveness
  • Manage recruiting expenses and assist with budget reconciliation
  • Ensure compliance with all employment laws, regulations, and company policies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health and wellness programs
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