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Get Access To All JobsThe Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers - including 24 U.S. Presidents - for over 250 years. A recently completed $170 million dollar renovation restored the historic character to this Allegheny Mountain resort in Virginia. We are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Homestead Resort & Spa may be your perfect match.
Overview:
To provide vision, leadership and oversight of Omni’s world-class recreational amenities and ensure memorable experiences are delivered for all guests. To lead the effort of programming and marketing of the amenities to both resort and day guests and inspiring the recreation team to deliver exceptional service as part of the key role of differentiating our property from our competition. To be a subject matter expert who is on top of industry trends.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and provide growth to the following recreation areas: Allegheny Springs Pool Complex, Shooting Club, Fly Fishing, Equestrian, Skiing, Ice Skating, Tubing, Tennis, Nature Hikes, Outdoor Activities & Base Camp (Zip Line, Archery, Axe Throwing, Mountain Bikes), Miniature Golf and Kids Club.
- Develop, market and sell Social and Group Recreation opportunities.
- Communicate hours of operation, rates and all relevant information to key parties including, but not limited to, resort associates, activities reservations team, The Homestead Club members, Owners Club members, the local hospitality community, etc.
- Promote recreation programs and set pricing for the resort guide, marketing, and other relevant avenues to include daily social hour.
- Manage relationships with third party partners such as falconry and kayaking.
- Have a thorough understanding of Omni Hotels culture, rules, and regulations.
- Fully understand and implement "Moments of Service."
- Accountable for increasing revenue, controlling expenses, and managing labor to fit the Omni trilogy.
- Hire, train and coach Recreation Managers directly and all associates indirectly.
- Act as a coach and be a positive role model for associates and colleagues.
- Monitor and provide timely feedback, counseling, and performance evaluations to associates.
- Coordinate/approve the ordering and purchasing of supplies of all the recreation departments.
- Isolate and analyze areas in need of improvement and take immediate action.
- Establish administrative rules and regulations, policies, and procedures for the division.
- Maintain standards of guest services and consistent positive guest experience as documented by J.D. Power and AAA Ratings.
- Participate in daily stand-up meetings and ensure ATGT monthly meetings are held.
- Inspect recreational areas and pool facilities regularly for cleanliness and safety to meet Omni and State standards.
- Effectively use the Omni Service Champions program to recognize and reward outstanding customer service.
- Attend Executive Committee, Operations, Leadership Council meetings weekly; attend monthly walk through of recreation facilities.
- Hold weekly division meetings, weekly one-on-one with each recreation manager, monthly Omni Service Traditions meeting and monthly supervisor meetings.
- Evaluate associates during their yearly Key Result Area review.
- Foster positive relations with internal and external vendors.
- Assist in all other aspects of the resort departments as needed.
- Be well read on recreation industry trends and knowledgeable of our key competitor’s offerings and operations.
Resort Specific Essential Functions:
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Engage guests of all ages in different ways to explore The Homestead and surrounding areas with a variety of options: coordinate group programming, pool operations/facilities, kids’ programming, family activities, nature programs and tours, holiday/themed events, special events, retail, etc.
-
Complete financial reports for the recreation department to ensure correct profit margins.
-
Champion the creation of program growth by determining new trends and reacting accordingly.
-
Serve as a subject matter expert for media interviews/inquiries and provide relevant, timely information for external media pitches.
-
Prepare all events and tours in a timely manner for effective communication.
-
Develop new programs/ideas, events, tours, retail, family activities while generating revenue for all aspects of the recreation department.
-
Follow all state mandates, laws, policies, surveys, and tests as required.
-
Retain proper permits to include but not limited to pool, shooting, equestrian and skiing areas.
-
Maintain property guide/lifeguard permits.
-
Work directly with Omni legal team to create waivers and assess liability of activities.
Tools and Equipment:
- Must be strong technologically and be proficient with Microsoft products, especially Teams, Excel and PowerPoint. Must learn to proficiency levels: Resort Suite POS, OneStream, BirchStreet, Medallia, Kronos, OnTrack and any other systems used within the recreation division.
Working Environment:
-
Interior and exterior with exposure to weather conditions
-
Exposed to hot and cold temperatures.
-
Exposed to minimal amounts of various hazardous chemicals.
Qualifications:
Physical Job Requirements (for essential functions only)
-
Valid driver’s license
-
Able to lift up to 60-100 pounds occasionally and 30-50 pounds repeatedly.
-
Able to stoop, stand, push, pull and walk or stand for long periods of time.
-
Must be able to hear, smell, have good or corrected vision and a good sense of balance.
-
Associates must be able to walk throughout property, communicate verbally to our guests and able to multitask effectively.
Additional Qualifications:
-
2 or 4 Degree in Sports Management, Recreation or Hospitality preferred
-
3 to 5 years of experience leading a complex sports/recreation operation required.
-
Managerial experience overseeing at least several of Shooting, Equestrian, Skiing, group recreational activities or pool operations preferred.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers - including 24 U.S. Presidents - for over 250 years. A recently completed $170 million dollar renovation restored the historic character to this Allegheny Mountain resort in Virginia. We are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Homestead Resort & Spa may be your perfect match.
Overview:
To provide vision, leadership and oversight of Omni’s world-class recreational amenities and ensure memorable experiences are delivered for all guests. To lead the effort of programming and marketing of the amenities to both resort and day guests and inspiring the recreation team to deliver exceptional service as part of the key role of differentiating our property from our competition. To be a subject matter expert who is on top of industry trends.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and provide growth to the following recreation areas: Allegheny Springs Pool Complex, Shooting Club, Fly Fishing, Equestrian, Skiing, Ice Skating, Tubing, Tennis, Nature Hikes, Outdoor Activities & Base Camp (Zip Line, Archery, Axe Throwing, Mountain Bikes), Miniature Golf and Kids Club.
- Develop, market and sell Social and Group Recreation opportunities.
- Communicate hours of operation, rates and all relevant information to key parties including, but not limited to, resort associates, activities reservations team, The Homestead Club members, Owners Club members, the local hospitality community, etc.
- Promote recreation programs and set pricing for the resort guide, marketing, and other relevant avenues to include daily social hour.
- Manage relationships with third party partners such as falconry and kayaking.
- Have a thorough understanding of Omni Hotels culture, rules, and regulations.
- Fully understand and implement "Moments of Service."
- Accountable for increasing revenue, controlling expenses, and managing labor to fit the Omni trilogy.
- Hire, train and coach Recreation Managers directly and all associates indirectly.
- Act as a coach and be a positive role model for associates and colleagues.
- Monitor and provide timely feedback, counseling, and performance evaluations to associates.
- Coordinate/approve the ordering and purchasing of supplies of all the recreation departments.
- Isolate and analyze areas in need of improvement and take immediate action.
- Establish administrative rules and regulations, policies, and procedures for the division.
- Maintain standards of guest services and consistent positive guest experience as documented by J.D. Power and AAA Ratings.
- Participate in daily stand-up meetings and ensure ATGT monthly meetings are held.
- Inspect recreational areas and pool facilities regularly for cleanliness and safety to meet Omni and State standards.
- Effectively use the Omni Service Champions program to recognize and reward outstanding customer service.
- Attend Executive Committee, Operations, Leadership Council meetings weekly; attend monthly walk through of recreation facilities.
- Hold weekly division meetings, weekly one-on-one with each recreation manager, monthly Omni Service Traditions meeting and monthly supervisor meetings.
- Evaluate associates during their yearly Key Result Area review.
- Foster positive relations with internal and external vendors.
- Assist in all other aspects of the resort departments as needed.
- Be well read on recreation industry trends and knowledgeable of our key competitor’s offerings and operations.
Resort Specific Essential Functions:
-
Engage guests of all ages in different ways to explore The Homestead and surrounding areas with a variety of options: coordinate group programming, pool operations/facilities, kids’ programming, family activities, nature programs and tours, holiday/themed events, special events, retail, etc.
-
Complete financial reports for the recreation department to ensure correct profit margins.
-
Champion the creation of program growth by determining new trends and reacting accordingly.
-
Serve as a subject matter expert for media interviews/inquiries and provide relevant, timely information for external media pitches.
-
Prepare all events and tours in a timely manner for effective communication.
-
Develop new programs/ideas, events, tours, retail, family activities while generating revenue for all aspects of the recreation department.
-
Follow all state mandates, laws, policies, surveys, and tests as required.
-
Retain proper permits to include but not limited to pool, shooting, equestrian and skiing areas.
-
Maintain property guide/lifeguard permits.
-
Work directly with Omni legal team to create waivers and assess liability of activities.
Tools and Equipment:
- Must be strong technologically and be proficient with Microsoft products, especially Teams, Excel and PowerPoint. Must learn to proficiency levels: Resort Suite POS, OneStream, BirchStreet, Medallia, Kronos, OnTrack and any other systems used within the recreation division.
Working Environment:
-
Interior and exterior with exposure to weather conditions
-
Exposed to hot and cold temperatures.
-
Exposed to minimal amounts of various hazardous chemicals.
Qualifications:
Physical Job Requirements (for essential functions only)
-
Valid driver’s license
-
Able to lift up to 60-100 pounds occasionally and 30-50 pounds repeatedly.
-
Able to stoop, stand, push, pull and walk or stand for long periods of time.
-
Must be able to hear, smell, have good or corrected vision and a good sense of balance.
-
Associates must be able to walk throughout property, communicate verbally to our guests and able to multitask effectively.
Additional Qualifications:
-
2 or 4 Degree in Sports Management, Recreation or Hospitality preferred
-
3 to 5 years of experience leading a complex sports/recreation operation required.
-
Managerial experience overseeing at least several of Shooting, Equestrian, Skiing, group recreational activities or pool operations preferred.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Omni Hotels OPT Eligible Jobs USA
Target property-level operations roles first
Omni Hotels fills OPT positions most consistently in front office, food and beverage, and revenue management at individual properties. Applying directly to a specific hotel rather than a corporate requisition increases your chances of reaching a hiring manager who works with OPT students regularly.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
STEM OPT's 24-month extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm Omni's enrollment status for the specific property or corporate entity before signing an offer, since franchised and managed properties sometimes operate under different legal entities with separate enrollment statuses.
Use Migrate Mate to find Omni's verified H-1B filing history
Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by employer and role, so you can see which Omni entities have sponsored H-1B visas for hospitality and corporate positions. This tells you which departments have run the full sponsorship cycle before your OPT ends.
Align your degree field to the role description
Omni's hiring managers assess whether your hospitality, business, or related degree connects directly to the posted role. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for the position, match your coursework to the listed knowledge areas, and make that alignment explicit in your cover letter and interviews.
Initiate H-1B timing conversations at the six-month mark
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed in April for an October start. If your OPT ends before October, your employer needs at least six months of lead time to prepare the Labor Condition Application with DOL. Raise the transition timeline with your manager before you reach that window.
Benchmark your salary offer against prevailing wage data
Before negotiating your offer, run the job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for that role. Employers must meet prevailing wage for any future H-1B filing, so starting at or above that level now reduces friction in the transition process later.
Omni Hotels OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Omni Hotels sponsor OPT visas?
Omni Hotels hires F-1 students who already hold OPT authorization granted by USCIS. The company does not petition for OPT itself, since OPT is your work authorization, not an employer-sponsored visa. What Omni does offer is a hiring environment that accommodates OPT employees and, for qualifying roles, a pathway to H-1B sponsorship once your OPT period nears its end.
Which departments at Omni Hotels typically hire OPT students?
OPT students most commonly find roles in front office operations, food and beverage management, revenue and reservations, human resources, and marketing at individual Omni properties. Corporate functions in finance, digital, and brand management also hire OPT students, though those positions are more competitive and tend to require prior hospitality internship experience.
How do I confirm Omni Hotels is enrolled in E-Verify for my STEM OPT extension?
Ask your recruiter or HR contact directly for the E-Verify Company ID of the specific legal entity that will employ you. Omni operates through multiple property and management entities, so enrollment status can vary by location. USCIS requires your employer's E-Verify enrollment before you can submit a STEM OPT extension request through your DSO.
How do I find out if Omni Hotels has sponsored H-1B visas in my field?
Migrate Mate aggregates DOL Labor Condition Application filing data by employer, so you can search Omni's H-1B filing history by job title or department. Seeing active filings in your target function confirms that Omni has run the sponsorship process before and is structured to do it again for the right candidate.
What timeline should I expect for an OPT-to-H-1B transition at Omni Hotels?
H-1B cap-subject petitions open in April for an October 1 start date. If you are on standard 12-month OPT, your employer needs to begin preparing your Labor Condition Application with DOL roughly six months before your OPT end date. Start conversations with your manager well before that window, since delays in internal approval can compress the timeline significantly.
How does Omni Hotels hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. Omni Hotels can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check Omni Hotels's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.