Human Resources Specialist

About the role

The Employee Relations Specialist provides expert consultation and professional advice to members of management, assists hourly Team Members, and is involved in various Team Member initiatives. This is a mid-level, exempt position.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction, coaching, and advising to management in interpreting and communicating Hard Rock Casino Tejon Gaming's Employee Relations (ER) policies, procedures and practices as they relate to resolving Team Member issues.
• Maintain a working knowledge of industry best practices and be knowledgeable of changing laws pertaining to Human Resources.
• Partners with other HR professionals to develop high performance work teams.
• Conducts Team Member related investigations, especially highly sensitive issues of sexual harassment and discrimination.
• Conducts termination meetings for Manager Level Team Members and below.
• Plans and executes a variety of Team Member events.
• Act as the Employer Representative for all Unemployment Appeals.
• Prepare for and participate in Team Member Board of Reviews.
• Aid in the design and coordination of Team Member programs designed to improve or maintain morale and engagement.
• Aid in the preparation of the Employee Relations budget on an annual basis.
• Acts as a change agent for Hard Rock Casino Tejon organization.
• Participate on corporate and business task teams as dictated by business needs.
• Administer the exit interview process and associated reporting.
• Maintain the Back of House (BOH) communication with up to date Team Member information and announcements.
• Aids in the coordination of the philanthropic efforts and events for Team Members.
• Maintain a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment within area of responsibility.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Conducts themselves in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations, and Seminole Tribe of Florida departmental policies and procedures.
• Other assignments as directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of dedicated Employee Relations experience and a Bachelor Degree.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, a candidate may have 4+ years of Employee Relations experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Bachelors/Associates Degree in HR or related discipline preferred.
• PHIR/SPHR Certification preferred.
• Experience in casino and/or hotel environment preferred.
• Must be computer literate.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
• Outgoing, with strong communications skills and interpersonal skills.
• Results driven and provide a high quality of work.
• Prioritize workload and multi-task assignments when facing a deadline.
• Highly articulate and possess a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Punctuality and meeting of deadlines is critical.
• Ability to read and understand all Seminole Tribe of Florida policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively in English, specific to position duties and responsibilities.
• Complete standard Seminole Tribe of Florida forms and reports.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package that allows Team Members to stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status.

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