Senior Director of Human Resources

Wind Creek Chicago Southland; East Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 201,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Shift differential pay

Discretionary quarterly bonus

Job summary

Wind Creek Chicago Southland in Illinois seeks a Senior Director of Human Resources to lead Recruitment, Employee Relations and Training across the property. You will direct HR programs aligning with the organization's mission and values while advising leadership on federal/state employment laws.

You will manage HR operations, ensure compliant hiring, employee investigations, performance management, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field; 5+ years in a Director HR role (required) or 7+ years in a Director HR role (required).
• Seven years of director-level HR experience in a casino with oversight of multiple HR functions.
• Experience creating and implementing HR strategies.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• SPHR/PHR certification (or enrolled/scheduled) preferred.
• Experience with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Great Plains.
• Must pass a skills test with 70%.
• Ability to travel and work odd hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess an Occupational License under the Illinois Gaming Act.

Responsibilities

• Lead Recruitment, Employee Relations, and Training operations.
• Advise leadership on HR laws and policy.
• Ensure compliant hiring processes and onboarding.
• Oversee investigations and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and implement HR strategies with executives.
• Maintain HR records and confidentiality.
• Lead performance and evaluation processes.

Skills

Public speaking

HR leadership

Employee relations

Recruitment

Performance management

Training

HR strategy

Investigation

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

SPHR/PHR certification (preferred)

Illinois Gaming Act license (or ability to obtain)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Microsoft Great Plains

Job description

Description

Job Overview

The Senior Director of Human Resources will provide leadership and manage the daily operations of Recruitment, Employee Relations and Training for the property. The Senior Director of Human Resources will direct all activities involving Human Resources management. Administers human resources programs and policies to reflect the organization's mission and values, support company goals, achieve objectives, and positively engage the workforce. Maintains broad and current subject matter knowledge and expertise in federal and state employment laws to advise leadership with solutions for human resources issues and evolving organizational needs.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best.We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer.The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures that the Executive Vice – President of Human Resources is informed of any and all incidents or potential problems involving enterprise employees
• Directs the timely orientation and enrollment of employees into the New Hire Orientation program
• Directs the identification and completion of requisitions for open positions. Ensures all positions are posted according to WCHGA policies. Creates and implements hiring strategies when necessary
• Ensures all applicants are pre-screened and presented to the hiring manager in a timely manner
• Serves as a consultant to the operational managers regarding disciplinary/termination situations
• Partners with operational managers to ensure PAR’s are completed, performance documentation is completed and all required paperwork is reviewed, approved (when necessary) and processed
• Ensures the HR Assistants keep files properly maintained and documentation is filed in employee HR files
• Monitors and coordinates quarterly evaluation process to ensure operations managers submit quarterly evaluations on-time
• Directs and participates in the facilitation of various HR focused topics; Workplace Violence, Sexual Harassment and Performance Management
• Reviews all employee investigations to ensure fairness, accuracy and completeness.
• Ensures that all Peer reviews are conducted properly and timely
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements (Please Ensure You Meet The Listed Requirements Prior To Applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration (or related field) AND five (5) years’ experience in a Director level position– required
  • OR Seven (7) years’ experience in a Director level position– required
• Seven (7) years director level HR experience in a casino with direct oversight, responsibility and management for multiple HR functions (Training, Performance Management, Staffing, Benefits, Recruitment, Employee Relations) – required
• Seven (7) years experience and success creating and implementing HR strategies– required
• Excellent public speaking skills ( may be asked to present on an HR related topic) – required
• SPHR/PHR certification (or enrolled/scheduled for exam)- preferred
• Experience and skills managing industry changes and trends in Employee Relations, Recruitment and Performance Management– required
• Experience and skill with Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Great Plains– required
  • A skills test may be required with a 70% pass rate
• Experience managing and conducting employee investigations and completing investigative summary–required
• Experience required with leading/managing staff professionals and work flow –required
• Must possess a high level of maturity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

Base Pay

• Compensation

  $200,900.00-$247,300.00 annually, with starting pay based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and skills.

• Benefits

  Eligible full-time employees may choose from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, shift differential pay, and discretionary quarterly bonus opportunities.

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