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Human Resources Generalist

Hawaii Kyo-ya Shared Service Estimated salary: $55,000–$72,000 per year, depending on experience and benefits
Role summary

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The Human Resources Generalist supports day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, records, training coordination, and compliance with company policies and employment laws. Candidates typically need a degree or equivalent experience in human resources, business, or a related field, along with previous hotel or service-industry HR experience. Familiarity with HR systems, payroll processes, workplace investigations, and Hawaii employment regulations is valuable. The role requires strong communication, organization, discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with employees and managers at all levels in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

About the employer

Kyo-ya Shared Service supports Kyo-ya Hotels & Resorts, a major hospitality company operating prominent hotels in Hawaii, including Marriott-affiliated properties in Waikiki and other destinations. The organization provides centralized support in areas such as human resources, finance, operations, and administration while helping its hotels deliver high-quality guest experiences. Kyo-ya has a long-standing presence in Hawaii and is closely connected to the local tourism economy, employing team members across hotel operations and corporate support functions. Its workplace combines international hospitality standards with Hawaii’s strong culture of aloha, emphasizing guest service, teamwork, respect, and community relationships. Employees may benefit from working in a large resort environment with opportunities to develop experience across hotel departments and advance within the broader hospitality industry.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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