DANIEL JOSEPH PORAY

**** ****** ***** ● Alexandria, VA 22310 ● (732) 713 – 4499 ● add0fd@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Accomplished & experienced Human Resources Specialist of multiple disciplines

who is ready to do what it takes to make your company successful. Highly motivated team leader and mentor with proven analytical and problem solving techniques.

Expert in targeted recruitment, interviewing, performance assessment and appraisal

Excellent knowledge of ICIMS ATS, ADP Payroll and Time & Attendance programs

Strong working knowledge of Workers’ Compensation, COBRA, FMLA, FLSA, Wage & Hour

Specialist in negotiations, facilitating, counseling and training

Superior verbal/written communication skills; Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities

Very detail-oriented multi-tasker with strong work ethic

Able to read, write and interpret Spanish

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Talent & Training Manager-SP + (SP Plus), Washington, DC 2019 – 2020 (COVID-19 FURLOUGH)

*** Regional support for Talent, Training & HR for DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York ***

Total region included over 220 locations and nearly 800 employees.

Direct report of hiring for all Commercial, Residential and Hospitality (hotels/healthcare) locations.

Designed and implemented successful Hiring Events – facilitated 1/month; hired nearly 30%.

Managed completion of all mandated new hire and annual training.

Implemented New Hire Welcome Kit creating and enhancing employee morale.

Initiated location visits to ensure ongoing communication with region.

Conducted location audits ensuring locations are compliant with Federal & State labor laws.

Assisted regional managers and Vice President with union grievances and meetings.

Director of Human Resources-Hilton DC National Mall, Washington, DC (367 Room Hotel) 2018 - 2019

*** Recruited by former General Manager to open brand new, full-service Hilton Hotel ***

Opening Director of Human Resources for luxury, union, full service Hilton hotel.

Wrote Job Descriptions, Recruitment & Recognition plans and all SOPs.

Assisted corporate office with writing benefits guide book and employee handbook.

Managed social media site for hotel promoting associate programs/recognition for new hotel.

Oversaw completion of all mandated training for Hilton brand for all positions.

Planned all hours of training, posting of positions and wage guidelines prior to opening.

Director of Human Resources-The Dupont Circle Hotel, Washington, DC (327 Room Hotel) 2017 - 2018

Corporate representative of only US hotel for internationally based company.

Managed and recommended polices/procedures to stay compliant with all Federal and State labor laws.

Initiated audits to ensure company exhibited compliance with all Wage & Hour and FLSA standards.

Implemented procedures (VOE, Benefit processing) minimizing/reducing paperwork, enhancing morale.

Oversaw company sponsored training including Onboarding and Health & Safety.

Created and implemented Cultural Awareness sessions.

Collaborated with brokers on Health Insurance and 401(k) renewals and audits.

REMINGTON HOTELS, Washington, DC 2013 - 2017

Executive Human Resources Director (Regional) 2014 – 2017

Director of Human Resources Director 2013 – 2014

*** Promoted in 8 months to oversee region of 13 hotels (Boutique full-service and Brand) ***

Direct report of 13 hotels and over 800 associates for HR and Associate relations.

Provide support, direction and leadership to hotels with recruitment, discipline and strategic planning.

Liaison to corporate office for benefit administration, GM & HR Orientation and legal compliance.

Revamped recognition programs to enhance associate morale.

Implemented and facilitated Service Culture education sessions focusing on guest service.

Director of Human Resources-The Liaison Hotel, Washington, DC (343 Room, Union Hotel) 2012 - 2013

Direct all aspects of human resources including hiring, recruitment and union negotiations.

Responsible for maintaining relationship with hotel local unions and business agents for 200 employees.

HR Business representative for all mediations and grievances for local union.

Assisted with all talent development, leadership and succession planning internally and externally.

Oversaw engagement survey and performance management processes; created plans of action.

Director of Human Resources-Dolce Hotels and Resorts, Basking Ridge, NJ 2008 - 2012

*** Dolce Basking Ridge (171 Room Hotel) is a 4 Diamond Hotel and Pinnacle Award Winner ***

Integral task force member for newly acquired hotels and existing hotels without director.

Assisted corporate office with overseeing region; educated and trained new HR directors.

Highly skilled in all aspects of payroll, benefits, policies, procedures and programs including but not limited to: health insurance, disability, FMLA, 401(k), COBRA, Unemployment and Workers’ Comp.

Complying with Affirmative Action by tracking recruitment, applications, diversity and turnover.

Revamped recognition programs, team member for bilingual translation of training programs in Spanish.

Director of Human Resources – Westminster Hotel, Livingston, NJ (183 Room Hotel) 2006 - 2008

Created HR foundation, SOP’s and increased morale in 4 Diamond luxury Hotel with 100 employees.

Created and instituted employee relations committee focusing on internal/external guests.

“Self-Starter” of Employee Recognition Programs creating warm atmosphere amongst employees.

Educated Managers on proper discipline procedures, trained on Four Step Teaching Method.

Director of Human Resources – Hilton Fort Lee, Fort Lee, NJ (237 Room Hotel) 2005 - 2006

Implemented Employee Programs increasing morale and reducing turnover of hotel with 130 employees.

Generated graphs indicating 20%-30% annual progression in guest service scores.

EDUCATION

Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI

MBA - International Business; Magna Cum Laude

BS - Hospitality Management

AS - Hotel/Restaurant Management

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & AWARDS

Certified Trainer – Dolce, Wyndham, Crowne Plaza, and Hilton hotels, Manager of Quarter

Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America; Received recognitions in industry periodicals:

http://www.hotel-online.com/News/PR2007_1st/Jan07_DPoray.html

DANIEL JOSEPH PORAY ●4108 Ronson Drive ● Alexandria, VA 22310 ● (732) 713 - 4499 ● add0fd@r.postjobfree.com

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