Talent Acquisition Specialist

Harrah's Iowa | Horseshoe Iowa | Hilton Garden Inn; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment in Council Bluffs is seeking an HR Recruiter to manage end-to-end recruitment for all levels, including onboarding and HRIS functions at Harrah's Council Bluffs, Horseshoe Council Bluffs, the Mid-America Center, and the Hilton Garden Inn.

You will source, screen, interview, coordinate pre-employment activities, and ensure compliance with gaming laws while delivering excellent customer service to candidates and hiring leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Human Resources, recruitment, or HRIS support preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/ATS platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Drive staffing and retention strategy including sourcing, interviewing, testing, selection, and final offer recommendations.
• Create and manage job postings across job boards, internal platforms, social media, and community resources.
• Serve as the first point of contact for candidates; greet and assist candidates with a positive and professional demeanor.
• Respond to applicant inquiries and conduct initial screening interviews.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities including background checks, drug testing, licensing, offer letters, and onboarding documentation.
• Oversee new hire orientation scheduling and ensure timely completion of all onboarding requirements.
• Perform end-to-end HRIS data entry including onboarding, separations, transfers, wage changes, performance reviews, and personal data changes.
• Maintain, monitor, and resolve ATS/HCM coexistence issues and oversee job code mapping for new positions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and gaming laws.

Skills

Organizational skills

Professionalism and confidentiality

Verbal and written communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS/ATS platforms

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS/ATS systems

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for recruiting and interviewing candidates for all levels of the organization, including onboarding and HRIS functions.

Job Description

Responsible for recruiting and interviewing candidates for all levels of the organization, including onboarding and HRIS functions.

Responsibilities

• Help to drive staffing and retention strategy to meet customer requirements to include sourcing, interviewing, testing, selection, and final offer recommendations.
• Create and manage job postings across job boards, internal platforms, social media, and community resources.
• Serve as the first point of contact for all candidates; greet and assist candidates with a positive and professional demeanor.
• Respond to applicant inquiries and conduct initial screening interviews.
• Review transfer requests and internal applications for eligibility and completeness.
• Coordinate and participate in external recruitment efforts (job fairs, community outreach, colleges).
• Coordinate pre-employment activities including background checks, drug testing, licensing, offer letters, and onboarding documentation.
• Oversee new hire orientation scheduling and ensure timely completion of all onboarding requirements.
• Respond to applicant and employee inquiries in a courteous and professional manner.
• Perform end-to-end HRIS data entry including onboarding, separations, transfers, wage changes, performance reviews, and personal data changes.
• Conduct regular audits of HRIS data to ensure accuracy and resolve audit findings.
• Maintain, monitor, and resolve ATS/HCM coexistence issues and oversee job code mapping for new positions.
• File and manage applicant and active/inactive personnel records in compliance with company policy.
• Compiles HR data reports for various departments, including monthly metrics and ad hoc requests.
• Maintain and track employee referral programs and process payouts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and gaming laws, including I-9 verification within required timelines.
• Responsible for ensuring completion of gaming requirements for all Team Members and for renewals; as well as managing the payment process/tracking and maintain confidentiality of all applicant and Team Member information.
• Support adherence to company ethics, policies, and HR/departmental procedures.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality service standards are maintained in the Employment Office while providing accurate information and excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Provide outstanding customer service to candidates, employees, leadership, and external partners.
• Presents oneself as a credit to the Company and encourages others to do the same.
• Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in stressful or fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/ATS platforms.
• Flexible schedule as required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Human Resources, recruitment, or HRIS support preferred.
• Experience with ATS/HCM systems and HRIS functions is strongly preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Exposure to varying noise levels, lighting, environmental conditions, secondhand smoke, vibration, and crowds.
• Must be able to listen and respond to visual and aural cues.
• Physically mobile with reasonable accommodations including ability to push, pull, carry and lift up to 20 lbs., and the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties.

About Us

Harrah's Council Bluffs, Horseshoe Council Bluffs, the Mid-America Center, and the Hilton Garden Inn, all part of Caesars Entertainment's expansive portfolio, are looking to bring the best talent from around the area to the Empire. We know that excellent service begins with our team members, which is why we are all inspired by the company's Mission, Vision, and Values and why we strive for greatness each and every day. From providing the best gaming experience with two casino properties to offering two hotels with varying amenities, and convention, meeting, and entertainment space perfect for events big and small, our teams and properties are here to serve the Council Bluffs-metro area no matter the need.