HR Specialist

About the role

Konami Gaming is seeking an HR Specialist to support core HR operations, manage the employee lifecycle, and serve as the primary backup to the front desk.

Responsibilities

• Maintain personnel and confidential records according to government regulations and ensure confidentiality.
• Establish, maintain, and manage departmental filing system.
• Ensure efficient filing, retention, and destruction of all human resource paperwork in adherence with agreed upon retention schedules.
• Interfaces with payroll to ensure all required information is relayed timely and processed accordingly.
• Provides data for regular and ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Maintains current employee information in all systems.
• Understands reporting needs and ensures data integrity to support timely and accurate reporting.
• Maintains current Job Description database.
• Works on special projects to represent the HRIS function.
• Serves as HR SharePoint administrator supporting HR portals and liaises with IT as needed.
• Identifies and recommends system and process improvements.
• Create spreadsheets to manage bonus and compensation administration under the oversight of Sr. HR Manager.
• Administers the pre-employment process including drug testing, background checks, employment verification and references, coordination with compliance, and distribution of pre-employment materials.
• Coordinates and supports new hire orientation, onboarding, and termination processes including lifecycle distribution and completion of legally required documents.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding the company, products and employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Affords assistance to HR management with the coordination of various projects as assigned, handling all tasks in a professional and timely manner.
• Supports company events and employee engagement activities.
• Manages immigration tracking and supports employment-based processes, including preparing and maintaining interview matrices for green card cases.
• Serves as primary backup to the front desk, including full coverage during absences and daily coverage during lunch periods.
• Complies with the company’s regulatory guidelines and corporate policies at all times. Must be able to obtain and retain gaming licensure.
• Collaborates with the HR team in formulating and implementing human resources policy and practices, developing and automating best-in-class business processes, and serving as a business/employee advocate.
• Maintains current knowledge and understanding of state and federal employment regulations.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state employment regulations.
• Supports accountability for timely employee lifecycle administration and system updates.
• Performs secondary support with office filing, auditing and general administrative support including letter preparation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher, preferred in Human Resources, Business Management, Finance, Communications, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years of human resources experience in a professional environment.
• Ability to communicate professionally and efficiently, both verbally and in writing with all levels of the business.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Gaming licensure(s).
• Excellent computer skills; advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of laws governing Human Resources.
• HR certification a plus.

Qualifications

• Full-time / 40+ hours per week.
• Flexible to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Comfortable working in an area with limited working space for long hours with the ability to remain seated at a computer terminal for extended periods of time.
• Extreme repetitive motion using keyboard, mouse, and telephone.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently in a high-stress, fast-paced, and high-pressure environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy, paying attention to detail, and meeting assigned deadlines.
• Demonstrates high integrity, trust, and strict confidentiality.
• Able to maintain excellent communication and a positive, respectful, and professional attitude and relationship with clients, employees, peers, co-workers, all levels of management, and all outside organizations conducting business or otherwise interacting with the company.
• Able to always act autonomously while adhering to overall department and company policies and procedures.
• Business casual with occasional professional dress as required.

About Konami Gaming, Inc.

Konami Gaming, Inc. entered the US gaming market in the 2000s and has been moving the industry forward with breakthrough games, head-turning cabinets, and a casino management system that brings it all together. Over the years, they have earned numerous awards and established a corporate culture of success and innovation. Konami Gaming is a world leader in systems and game development, offering the best of both worlds - stability within a dynamic, creative environment. They are excited to announce their expansion into new product lines, including premium and standard games, and new market segments. As they enter a new growth period for the Company, they are expanding their reach to attract top talent in game studio operations, technology, and product development.

Benefits

Competitive Wages
Great 401(k) plan with company match
Comprehensive health benefits package
Generous Company paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition reimbursement program