Recruiting Specialist

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. 

About the Application Process

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Recruiting Specialist.

As a Recruiting Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the hotel’s recruitment and onboarding efforts. This position is primarily focused on recruitment coordination, onboarding and supporting internal movement of talent. It is ideal for a highly organized tech savvy individual who enjoys working with people and managing details in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Be Doing Recruitment and Hiring:

• Coordinate and manage the recruitment process from job posting through to hire
• Presents qualified candidates to hiring managers for final selection
• Partner with leaders to understand hiring needs and supporting timely staffing
• Track candidate progress and maintain accurate records in recruitment system (SmartRecruiters)

Pre- Hire and Onboarding

• Manages the pre-hire process including background checks, offers and system entry
• Coordinates and supports new hire orientation, ensuring a welcoming and organized first day experience
• Serves as point of contact for candidates and new hires throughout the onboarding

Internal Mobility Support

• Supports employees through internal and temporary transfer program
• Provides clear guidance on eligibility, timeliness and application steps
• Maintains accurate tracking and documentation

System, Reporting & Administration

• Maintain recruitment systems and ensure data accuracy
• Supports reporting on recruitment, turnover and hiring activity
• Ensures processes align with company standards, policies and applicable laws.
• Utilize recruitment and assessment platforms effectively, supporting hiring managers as needed
• Ensure that all of the administration of recruitment and retention standards are met in alignment with Brand Standards

Employer Branding & Community Engagement

• Support recruitment marketing efforts through social media and community outreach
• Assist in promoting the hotel as an employer of choice
• Participate in job fairs, school partnership and local recruitment initiatives

General People & Culture Support

• Provide administrative support across People and Culture functions as needed
• Responds to employee and candidate inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Supports engagement initiatives and participates in hotel committees

Your experience and skills include:

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred
• Strong Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Service oriented mindset with a focus on candidate and employee experience
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and recruitment systems
• Comfortable learning and navigating multiple systems and platforms
• Professional, approachable and able to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Multicultural awareness and able to work with communities and people from diverse backgrounds
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Highly responsible
• Self-Confident and able to communicate easily with all levels of an organization from line colleagues to Executives

Experience

• Degree in Human Resources or previous experience in People & Culture (Human Resources) is an asset
• Prior hospitality experience is desirable
• Previous experience in Talent Acquisition a strong asset
• Experience supporting high volume or fast paced environments a plus
• Comfortable working with systems and technology (experience ATS platforms such as SmartRecruiters preferred)

Wage Information

The hourly rate for this position is $28.00

Job Perks & Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. 

What is in it for you: 

• Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
• Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
• Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.

Health and Retirement Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Holidays

All Full-time and Part-time employees are eligible for:

• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.