Job Description

This program is a rotational program that requires relocation. Your relocation will be decided after the interview process and is not based on where you apply. Please only apply to 1 location.

Great Wolf Lodge’s Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is an accelerated rotational development path to a HR leadership role with Great Wolf Lodge. 

This program is a pipeline for future HR leaders for Great Wolf’s current and future domestic and international resorts. Through a combination of hands-on experiences, structured learning and coaching you will be exposed to a broad array of disciplines within the HR function in hospitality and entertainment. Upon successful completion of the program, participants are expected to be a strategic HR Business partner and placed in a HR leadership role. 

2-year program with hands-on experience in different functions of HR Leadership, such as Employee Relations, Talent Management, Training & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Business StrategyComplete 3 challenging 8-month rotations with an opportunity to experience 2 lodges in the U.SNetwork with program participants and HR leaders across the companyParticipate in professional development and targeted growth opportunities in Human Resources, leadership experience and business acumenFrequent mentoring, evaluation and feedback

What you will gain: 

Hands-on experience across multiple HR functions Exposure and visibility to top leaders and executives across the company Expertise in business/financial acumen to be a strategic HR Business partner Confidence and experience in leading projects and HR strategies that will provide value to the organization Frequent feedback and coaching to support your growth and development throughout the program and beyond Opportunity to work and learn from a diverse set of pack members and leaders Training and development focused on key competencies in the entertainment industry that will prepare you for an HR Leadership role 

Responsibilities: 

Lead key HR Business Objectives in partnership with HR and Lodge leadership Provide coaching and development for pack members and leaders Use HR systems and technology to support administration functionAnalyze trends, identify opportunities, execute strategies, and collaborate with key partnersDrive employee engagement and recognition of success

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Graduate student obtaining a Master’s degree in HR by June 2025 OR 5+ years of professional HR experienceA cumulative 3.0 GPA minimum Minimum one-year job or internship experience in HRWillingness to relocate to any Great Wolf Lodge location during program and for final placement Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and HRISStrong problem solving and organizational skills Attention to detail Enthusiastic and positive energy Multi-tasking ability Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screen 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Previous experience in hotel/resort/theme park industry Human Resources certification or other specialized trainingExperience utilizing HR Technology 

Physical Qualifications: 

Able to lift up to 20 lbs. Able to bend, stretch, and twist Able to stand or sit for long periods of time 

HRLDPs may be placed at any Great Wolf Lodge and will relocate during program.