Senior Director of Human Resources

4 weeks ago


Owensboro, United States Ellis Entertainment LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Opening in 1st quarter of 2025, Owensboro Racing & Gaming will be CDI’s newest state-of-the-art venue featuring 600 state-of-the-art historical racing machines (HRMs), a retail sportsbook, simulcast wagering and multiple food and beverage offerings.

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The Senior Director of Human Resources will be instrumental in the set-up and oversight of the HR department from the ground up. This position will also include the property workforce ramp-up; training; orientation; establishment or modification of policies and procedures to align with federal, state and local regulations; and all things HR-related as required to open a gaming property. This person will oversee/manage the HR leader at the Ellis Park location. This position will partner with and report directly to Sr. Director of Human Resources - Corporate Gaming Ops.

Summary:

The Director of Human Resources ensures that HR activities are in concert with the organization’s strategic objectives and that they comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for overseeing our Owensboro Racing & Gaming property. Performs advanced professional work advising property team leaders and team members on the application of Human Resources policies in the context of hiring, discipline, employment termination, training and development, compensation, benefits, team members leave of absence, equal opportunity, and other human resource issues.

Essential Functions:

  • Act as a consultant to influence leaders and colleagues, deliver constructive advice, identify and resolve problems and positively influence change.
  • Oversee internal controls to ensure that all human resources programs and policies are compliant with state and federal laws and regulations (ex. FMLA, ERISA, FLSA).
  • Responsibility for all Human Resources functions as it relates to all team members, including employee relations, recruiting, selection and onboarding, compensation, benefits administration, implementation and administration of human resources programs and employment policies, personnel record-keeping, Worker’s Compensation, training and workforce development, and compliance with Human Resource laws and regulations.
  • Provide guidance to departments and managers on employee relations, performance management, professional development, organizational design, and team building.
  • Ensure that the onboarding process captures all essential personnel file components. Ensure that personnel files are audited on a periodic basis.
  • Manage the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission requirements, such as Racing License tracking and background check completion.
  • Organize leadership training for supervisors and managers to ensure a high level of leadership and supervise proficiency.
  • Spearhead employee engagement programs (e.g. mentor programs).
  • Plan and execute training programs that are needed and appropriate for employees from all levels of the organization.
  • Manage, hire, and mentor the Human Resources team providing recommendation as to how to best grow the team to meet ever-changing business needs.
  • Encourage strong employee relations through open communication, professional conduct, addressing and resolving employee issues, maintaining appropriate confidentiality, and implementation of industry best practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
  • 6-19 years of experience in Human Resources (with at least 3 years’ experience managing a HR Department); Preference will be given to experience in casino/gaming, hospitality, and sports industries.
  • Ability to get and maintain a valid gaming license.
  • Ability to communicate with employees from all levels of the organization, including group presentation skills.
  • Willingness to assume overall responsibility relative to the property.
  • The individual will be able to solve complex problems and make decisions that greatly influence the success of both individuals and the organization based on incomplete, and sometimes changing, information.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may he made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines

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