President, Property

188 Tejon Gaming Authority; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Tejon is seeking an accomplished executive to oversee property operations and drive strategic growth for the gaming venue. You will lead senior leadership, align with corporate goals, and ensure regulatory compliance while maximizing revenues and guest satisfaction.

The role requires extensive gaming industry experience, a track record of strategic expansion, and strong financial acumen. Competitive compensation and benefits accompany a high-visibility leadership position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 10 to 15 years progressively responsible gaming management experience with 2 years minimum as a General Manager or 10 years of Gaming Operations experience, and 10 years of executive level management experience
• Must obtain and maintain all licenses/certifications per Federal and State regulations
• Must successfully pass background check
• Prior experience opening new properties/outlets strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead guest relations and mentor team members to deliver superior service.
• Hire, motivate, evaluate, and direct property leadership to achieve goals.
• Develop operating entities, personnel, products/services, and market resources.
• Interpret policies and plan strategic management and operating plans.
• Provide leadership to achieve short- and long-term goals.
• Participate in property expansion and growth plans.
• Implement innovative strategic plans to develop business units.
• Serve as liaison to Tejon Indian Tribe Chairman and Council.
• Provide strategic input to COO on opportunities and growth.
• Attend meetings and complete follow-up; adhere to Gaming Regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Operations management

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: https://www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description:

The President, under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, is responsible for directing property operations for the property by working within the overall company strategic planning and policy framework; directs operating entities for successful implementation of corporate business policies, goals, and objectives; provides input and support in the conceptual, strategic, and policy formulation functions of the company; directs and coordinates organizational operating activities to achieve optimum operating efficiencies and economies, and maximize company revenues and profits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Tejon their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Hires, motivates, evaluates, and directs property leadership to ensure adequate guidance and resources to accomplish established goals and objectives.
• Responsible for the development of operating entities, personnel, products/ services, and market resources within span of control to accomplish short-term and long-term goals and objectives.
• Interprets company policies and plans and establishes strategic management and operating plans for each operating entity for which responsible to achieve company goals and objectives.
• Exerts a consistent and effective management presence and provides clearly defined, exemplary leadership for the achievement of short-term and long-term company goals and objectives.
• Participates in the development and implementation of property expansion and strategic growth plans for the property.
• Implements new and innovative strategic business plans in accordance with company policy to develop existing and potential business units to achieve established and potential business goals.
• Serve as key business liaison to the Tejon Indian Tribe Chairman and Council.
• Provides strategic information and suggests strategic direction to the COO concerning operating entities, business opportunities, and growth and development capabilities.
• Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Perform work regularly and adheres to all Gaming Regulations.

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 10 to 15 years progressively responsible gaming management experience with 2 years minimum as a General Manager or 10 years of Gaming Operations experience, and 10 years of executive level management experience required.
• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal and State regulations.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Prior experience opening new properties/outlets strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Effective communication skills with the ability to delegate responsibility and motivate and manage a diverse group of executives to achieve common goals and objectives.
• Thorough knowledge of general business practices, strategic planning, and organizational development.
• Broad knowledge of all facets of gaming and related operational activities.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, email, spreadsheets, and databases to include excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Research, analyze, comprehend, and act upon information and be aware of the business environment in order to effectively manage areas of responsibility.
• Review and comprehend financial data and internal reports.
• Communicate effectively with guests, outside contacts, and all levels of team members.
• Observe and direct actions of subordinates.
• Make unpopular and/or difficult decisions which benefit the organization in the short and long term.
• Be a strategic, analytical, ethical and effective motivator.
• Forecast changes in the economic climate and/or profits and react accordingly.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• This position spends time on the casino floor and is subject to varying levels of crowds and noise, and the severity of which depends upon guest volume.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Exposure to casino related environmental factors including but not limited to secondhand smoke, excessive noise, and stress related to servicing guests in a high pressure and fast paced environment. Must be able to stand for an entire shift and be able to continuously maneuver throughout the Casino areas. Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues. Must have the manual dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment. Must be able to lift 30 pounds and able to bend, reach and stoop on a limited basis.

DISCLAIMER:

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Be Iconic represents the roots of our culture. The Seminole Tribe of Florida remains the only unconquered tribe in the United States of America. The Tribe established Seminole Gaming in 1979, when it opened the first high-stakes bingo hall in the United States. Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired Hard Rock International in March 2007—the first transaction of its kind by a Native American tribe. Today, Hard Rock International remains one of the most globally recognized companies in the world, with Hard Rock Hotel, Casino, Cafe and Rock Shop venues in over 74 countries. With the continued growth of Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services was created to support all of our brands and lines of business. With the largest global footprint in the hospitality industry for over 50 years, our number-one job is to bring fun and excitement to our team members and our guests!