JOB SUMMARY:

Runs the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including employee/labor relations, leave administration, unemployment insurance administration, and enforcing company policies and practices.

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to leave of absence, disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and engagement.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Manages the leave of absence and accommodation process to include FMLA, ADA, and Caesars Medical Leave requests, review and approvals.
• Responds to and interacts with federal, state and local agencies (EEOC, DOL, Unemployment).
• Maintains the electronic filing system to include receipt of documents, scanning, indexing and appropriate storage of paper documents.
• Coordinates needed information for all unemployment claims and represents the company in unemployment hearings.
• Provides information to employees regarding corporate discounts and offers.
• Coordinates the Tuition Reimbursement Program for team members.
• Coordinates employee hardship fund (HEART Fund) applications for committee approval.
• Serves as point of contact and administrator for the property team member bereavement benefit and coordinates team member spousal/children survivor support benefits including floral and food arrangements.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies in an ethical manner.
• As needed, supports all functions of Human Resources.
• Provide support to departments as needed for special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum of three years of human resources experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of and experience with employment laws and fair treatment policies.
• Labor relations experience highly preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.  Must possess initiative, critical thinking skills, excellent communication skills, performance consulting, and facilitation skills. Must be proficient with a PC and Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task required. Professional appearance and team player required.  Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time (minimum of four hours).
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency while performing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Must be able to maneuver throughout all areas of the casino; from floor to floor either by stairways (minimum of 20 steps), elevator or escalator.
• Must be able to lift, carry and/or push a minimum of 20 lbs.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, twist, turn, push, pull, grasp objects and the manual dexterity to operate a computer and other necessary office equipment.
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondhand smoke, dust, loud noises and bright lights.
• Must be able to work varied shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.