Human Resources Business Partner - Prairie State Gaming

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of co-workers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities. 

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The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for overseeing the effective operation of the HR department and its functions. They work closely with the VP of Human Resources to identify company needs and participate in the implementation and measurement of HR strategies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Serves as business partner to various client groups

- Understands the organizational structure for each department; develops and maintains knowledge of the business unit needs; and provides HR support to team members at all levels of the organization

- Identifies and develops strategies for client groups with respect to turnover, recruitment, staff development, engagement, employee relations, guest service, compensation, benefits/wellness, and performance management issues  

- Creates effective and efficient schedules, while maintaining labor costs, meeting staffing objectives and achieving guest satisfaction 

- Partners with top HR leader and other members of the HR team in the monthly budget reconciliations, P&L review, and approving departmental purchasing

- Responsible for assisting in the budget process for the department and provide recommendations; ensuring compliance to departmental budget initiatives; reporting budget concerns to manager

- Partners with top HR executive to determine Human Resources department’s strategy and its needs

- Manages Open Job Requisitions for Exempt roles 

- Pre-screens potential candidates and build talent pool for all positions 

- Develops sourcing strategies for open roles 

- Analyzes property trends and metrics relative to engagement, turnover, staff development, etc. in partnership with HR team and develops solutions, programs, and policies as necessary

- Manages and resolve employee and/or labor relations issues

- Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations in cases of grievances, harassment, employee concerns or EEOC issues 

- Provides performance management (coaching, counseling, career development, corrective action, and terminations) guidance/counsel to client groups and their teams to ensure compliance with law, regulations, and internal policy/procedure

- Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention

- Develops reports and other key metrics, including but not limited to, the monthly HR Scorecard, Strategic Plan, or other identified HR analytics 

- Creates and develops staff development programs and delivers results that corresponds with established goals

- Participates in and provides human resources updates and feedback in property management meetings at various levels

- Provides guidance and counsel to management concerning corrective actions, performance reviews, and terminations, to ensure compliance with governmental laws and regulations and internal policies and procedures 

- Must be 21 years of age

- Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in human resources management or related field from four year college or university; five or more years’ experience as a Human Resources Generalist or five or more years’ experience in at least three Human Resources areas (including, but not limited to, recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compensation, and training); or equivalent combination of education and experience

- PHR or SPHR professional certification preferred

- Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook)

- Must have excellent organizational and communication skills

- Must be able to travel up to 25%