Director of Property Operations (Engineering) - Hale Hokuala Kauai, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hale Hokuala Kauai, Curio Collection by Hilton , is seeking an experienced Director of Property Operations to join the team during the pre-opening phase of this highly anticipated 210-room oceanfront golf resort. This is a rare opportunity to help launch a distinctive destination and shape the operational foundation, culture, and service standards from day one.

Reporting to the General Manager, this role will lead operational readiness from pre-opening planning through grand opening and into stabilized operations. The Director of Property Operations will partner closely with ownership, construction and design teams, and Hilton brand partners to ensure opening milestones are met while building high-performing leadership teams, establishing operating disciplines, and driving seamless cross-departmental execution across the 210 guest rooms and supporting amenities.

This hands-on leader will play a critical role in developing procedures, supporting hiring and training strategies, aligning brand standards, and ensuring the resort is positioned for long-term success. The ideal candidate brings strong full-service or resort operations experience, thrives in fast-paced pre-opening environments, and is energized by building something meaningful from the ground up.

What will I be doing?
As Director of Property Operations , you would be responsible for directing and overseeing the functionality and safety of the facility to protect the well-being of all guests and team members in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Direct and oversee the functionality and safety of the facility, including, but not limited to, physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems and grounds according to federal, state and local regulations
• Conduct facility inspections
• Assign, verify and document completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system Direct, oversee and maintain required documentation for energy management and conservation and preventive maintenance programs
• Lead, manage and communicate information about capital projects and property rehabilitations, including, but not limited to, scheduling, budgeting and complying with contractor bidding standard
• Direct daily department operations including, but not limited to, guest service standards and initiatives, product quality, inventory management and cost controls, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, adherence to federal, state and local standards and meeting participation and facilitation
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
• Recruit, interview and train team members
  The annual salary for this role is between $140,000 and $152,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location. -JG1

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

T he Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
• Career growth and development
• Recognition and rewards programs