Director of Human Resources

Description

 Manthey Hospitality is Tampa Bay’s premier operator of passenger vessels, with a fleet of 14 vessels ranging from upscale dining cruises to water taxis.   The fleet includes Yacht Starship Dining Cruises, Craft, Pirate Water Taxi and Lost Pearl Pirate Adventure Cruises.  Join Tampa’s fastest growing fleet and be part of creating a sea of memories for our guests and our crew.  
 

The Multi-State HR Director is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for overseeing all human resources functions across multiple states for a rapidly growing organization. This role ensures compliance with all federal and state employment laws, drives HR technology transformation, builds scalable processes, and supports a high-performance, people-focused culture. The HR Director partners closely with leadership to forecast workforce needs, improve operational efficiency, and implement modern HR solutions that support the company’s growth.

Strategic Leadership & HR Infrastructure

• Develop and execute an HR strategy aligned with business goals and multi-state operations.
• Build scalable HR processes for recruitment, onboarding, performance management,      and employee relations as the company grows.
• Lead HR technology initiatives (HRIS improvements, automation, workflow tools,      self-service portals).
• Conduct workforce planning and organizational development strategy sessions with department leads.
• Review HR metrics and Trends (turnover, time-to-fill, labor costs, PTO trends, etc.) with the Executive Team
• Identify compliance risks and implement proactive solutions across all operating states.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and managers on all employee-related matters.

Multi-State Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws, including wage and hour, EEO,      FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and state-specific leave laws.
• Maintain updated HR policies and employee handbooks for each state of operation.
• Oversee investigations related to employee relations, harassment, misconduct, or policy violations.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims across state lines and coordinate with insurance providers.
• Monitor regulatory changes (state payroll rules, PTO laws, scheduling laws) and implement necessary updates.

HR Technology & Process Modernization

• Evaluate,      select, and implement HR technology solutions to improve efficiency (HRIS,      ATS, performance systems, onboarding tools).
• Map and redesign HR workflows to reduce manual work and increase automation.
• Roll out employee self-service features for onboarding, payroll, benefits, and documentation.
• Train staff on new systems and create consistent digital processes across all locations.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools for workforce metrics, turnover, hiring,      and labor costs.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment for management and key positions across states.
• Create scalable recruiting processes and set hiring standards for managers.
• Evaluate recruitment technologies to improve candidate pipelines and speed of hire.
• Ensure consistent onboarding experience across multiple sites (digital documents,      technology setup, orientation).
• Develop employer branding strategies and partnerships to support multi-state recruiting.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Build strong relationships with employees and managers across locations to promote engagement and communication.
• Resolve complex employee relations issues and provide coaching to managers.
• Conduct climate assessments, town halls, and action plans to improve culture.
• Lead retention strategies, recognition programs, and internal communication initiatives.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Oversight

• Oversee compensation structures and ensure multi-state wage compliance.
• Ensure payroll accuracy across states.
• Analyze and oversee benefits offerings and recommend enhancements that meet workforce needs.
• Provide data-driven recommendations on pay equity, salary ranges, bonuses, and workforce cost planning.

7. Training, Performance & Leadership Development

• Implement performance management processes and technology platforms.
• Train managers in topics such as coaching, documentation, evaluations, and compliance.
• Coordinate professional development programs for supervisors and high-potential employees.
• Oversee compliance training: harassment, safety, EAP, new hire requirements, and state-specific mandates.

Daily Operational Tasks

• Respond to employee and manager HR questions across all states.
• Review timesheets, payroll changes, and multi-state wage compliance items.
• Troubleshoot      HRIS or onboarding system issues and escalate tech needs.
• Conduct check-ins with HR team members (assistant, generalist, benefits, payroll).
• Review pending employee relations situations and provide guidance.
• Approve job postings, hiring requests, and offer letters.
• Approve high-level HR actions (hires, terminations, compensation changes)
• Ensure Drug Testing requirements are being met

Daily Leadership & Strategic Tasks

• Review      HR metrics, dashboards, and workflows for improvement opportunities.
• Meet      with executive leadership for updates on staffing, culture, compliance,      and productivity
• Collaborate with executives on workforce planning or operational changes.
• Work with IT or vendors on ongoing HR tech modernization projects.
• Review compliance updates for each state and refine policies accordingly.
• Provide coaching to managers on performance, documentation, and development.
• Conduct interviews for higher-level roles or positions in critical departments.

Daily Culture & Engagement Tasks

• Maintain open communication with employees across locations.
• Review feedback from surveys, exit interviews, and onboarding questionnaires.
• Support recognition initiatives and maintain a positive work environment.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+      years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years in multi-state oversight.
• Experience managing HR in a scaling or high-growth organization.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Proven experience implementing or upgrading HR technology systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• PHR/SPHR      or SHRM-CP/SCP certification preferred.

Benefits 

• 401(k) & Matching
• Health Insurance plus vision, dental, life, accident, disability, hospital, critical illness, identity, pet, legal, and more.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional development assistance
• Subsidized Parking
• Complimentary passes and discounts to Manthey Hospitality brands

M-F primary schedule, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.