Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director opportunity at Sycuan Casino Resort! Dynamic 2400+ team member organization with several business units, a family culture and FUN hospitality and entertainment environment. The Human Resources Director role is a Senior Leader on the Human Resources team, the ideal candidate will possess leadership, collaboration and strong ability for creating and implementing companywide Human Resources strategies, leading key initiatives and fostering a positive and culture.

About the Human Resources Team

The Sycuan Human Resources Team is committed to exceptional service while deploying forward thinking human resources strategies in a FUN and dynamic, ever changing environment! We pride ourselves in creating a positive work environment that is committed to the growth and development of our team members!

Human Resources Purpose Statement

We are focused on cultivating a supportive and fun culture that inspires Team Members to achieve personal and professional greatness while enriching our community through one team, one voice.

Job Purpose:

The Human Resources Director is responsible for supporting the creation of the Human Resources strategy, and leading the employee & labor relations functions to achieve business initiatives in accordance with organizational culture. This includes developing & maintaining a positive and engaging culture for Team Members, supporting the guest experience and promoting operational excellence. The HR Director will ensure legal compliance with Federal, Tribal and Gaming regulations.

• Participate in the development of strategic plans and initiatives; develop and implement department processes, procedures, and policies required to achieve strategic initiatives and overall departmental results
• Support HR and leaders with organizational design for the purpose of structuring departments in the most effective and efficient manner to achieve business initiatives
• Lead employee relations efforts to ensure timely and consistent investigations and leadership coaching while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies
• Partner with leaders of benefits, compensation, rewards, leadership development, training, worker’s compensation to ensure overall departmental alignment and continuous improvement
• Consult with organizational leadership on matters relating to performance coaching, counseling, performance improvement strategies, and separations from employment
• Promote best practices, foster collaboration across departments and ensure smooth implementation of HR solutions
• Analyze HR data points, identify areas of opportunity then design & develop strategies to address opportunities
• In conjunction with organizational leadership, develop and implement communication and feedback systems through such avenues as meetings, employee satisfaction surveys, newsletters, employee focus groups, and one-on-one meetings to foster a positive employer-employee relationship, enhance employee engagement and support organizational culture
• Partner with Guest Experience to ensure Team Members are well-prepared to enhance the guest experience while reinforcing positive behavior
• Assist in managing expenses to operate within departmental budget
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum of 7-10 years professional experience in Human Resources and/or any combination of education and experience of which includes at least 3 years supervising and managing staff
• Previous experience in partnering with key leaders to achieve property and organizational objectives
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Gaming License

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Business Administration, Human Resources, Communications, or related field
• PHR or SPHR Certification
• SHRM CP, SHRM SCP Certification

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• The ability to have a balance in being a Strategic Business Partner while also being hands-on as a People Services leader
• Excellent writing, proofreading and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills
• Strong work ethic, team player, and fiduciary sense of responsibility
• High degree of professionalism
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material and abide by confidentiality requirements
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences both in informal and formal settings
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Advanced ability to research information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action
• Demonstrated strength in conceptual and process thinking abilities with the ability to understand complex relationships, interdependencies and their impact on customers and associates
• A professional focus on continuous improvement
• Energetic self-starter, with strong leadership skills, work ethic, and highest level of integrity

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