People Operations Coordinator - HR, Onboarding & Engagement

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated, through Colonial Downs Group in Virginia, seeks an HR Office Assistant to support HR operations, onboarding, licensing, and employee engagement. The role provides guest service across internal teams and external guests with confidentiality and compliance focus.

Compensation is $17 per hour; location is Henrico, VA with occasional travel up to 10% to other properties. High school diploma required; racing license must be obtained.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in Human Resources or related field.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus but not required. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support HR operations including record-keeping, HRIS data entry, hiring, benefits, training, onboarding, licensing, and employee engagement.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding processes, including licensing and orientation preparations.
• Handle general administrative duties such as answering phones, greeting team members, and reporting.
• Support team member engagement initiatives and anniversary/birthday/promotional announcements.
• Provide customer service to internal guests and escalate issues as needed.
• May travel up to 10% to other properties as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Churchill Downs Incorporated, through Colonial Downs Group in Virginia, seeks an HR Office Assistant to support HR operations, onboarding, licensing, and employee engagement. The role provides guest service across internal teams and external guests with confidentiality and compliance focus.

Compensation is $17 per hour; location is Henrico, VA with occasional travel up to 10% to other properties. High school diploma required; racing license must be obtained.