Vice President of Human Resources

Job Description Summary

Plans and implements policies and procedures in relation to all phases of Human Resources (HR) activity by performing duties personally and through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

• Formulates and recommends HR policy. Provide counsel and direction to HR employees and guidance to members of management.  Develops procedures to ensure adherence to HR policy and minimize company liability.
• Oversees employee handbook and HR procedures manual revisions.
• Maintains close liaison with General Managers with regard to HR needs.  Supervises HR management positions.
• Attends management and departmental meetings.
• Ensures that drug tests and background checks be handled according to the Gaming Commission policies and procedures.
• Assists other management in the development and revision of policies and procedures as requested.
• Ensures and maintains confidentiality for all employees.
• Reviews and adjusts the compensation rate and range structure at least yearly if adjustments are necessary.  Helps recommend yearly salary increase guidelines.
• Coordinates with HR management to ensure compliance with Hotel and Casino guidelines and applicable Federal laws.  Advises and educates the General Managers and Departmental Directors concerning legal issues and policy changes.
• Reviews periodically the performance appraisal program for effectiveness. Recommends changes as necessary.
• Oversees the Team Member and management training policies.  Periodically evaluates program for effectiveness.  Recommends improvements.
• Evaluates periodically new employee orientation program for effectiveness to foster positive attitude toward organizational goals.
• Reviews reports of Team Member accident investigations.
• Oversees preparation and administration of Human Resources operating budget.
• Ensures legal counsel is obtained if required to protect the organization.
• Attends training and informational seminars for the benefit of the organization.
• Oversees employee events and recognition programs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly manages HR team. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of all HR functions; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the casino’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing HR Dept.; addressing and resolving departmental problems and assisting when solicited in addressing organizational challenges.

Access to Sensitive Areas and Information

As per the Agua Caliente Gaming Commission Access Matrix

Signatory Ability

All HR Related Forms

Complimentary Vouchers

Required Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or bachelor’s degree (BA) from a four-year university
• 7 -10 years senior level human resources experience and/or training; or combination of education and experience.
• Multiple property experience preferred

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to stand, move and work throughout the office area and properties, including walking up to 1 ½ mile, climbing stairs and sitting at a desk/workstation for the duration of the shift.  Also, may be subjected to a smoke-filled environment.

Typically, the individual will be housed in an office environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but will escalate when located in the casino environment.  Must be able to grasp, bend, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a minimum of 25 lbs. on an intermittent basis, and sufficient dexterity of hand in order to use office equipment including, but not limited to:  a computer keyboard, calculator, general office equipment and multi-line telephone.