Director of Human Resources

Overview

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, in Reno, Nevada, has a career opportunity and is looking for someone with a proven track record to be Human Resources Director of Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (MCRI), is publicly traded and the parent company of Atlantis.  Atlantis has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Mid-size Employers. 

Atlantis is recommended by Forbes Travel Guide with a Four-Star Spa.  Atlantis is rated by AAA as a Four Diamond resort; less than five percent of the nearly 31,000 properties approved by AAA achieve this Four Diamond designation.  The Steakhouse and Bistro Napa restaurants at Atlantis are recommended by Forbes Travel Guide and consistently receive the highest ratings by TripAdvisor.  Since 2000 Atlantis Steakhouse and Bistro Napa restaurants at Atlantis have received the Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator.

The Director of Human Resources, as with all members of the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Team, is expected to conduct himself/herself in a manner which demonstrates initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, integrity, and exercises confidentiality in the appropriate areas of his/her performance.  The Director of Human Resources supports the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa’s Vision, Mission, Values, and consistently performs all functions in a fashion that inspires and motivates others to actively pursue them.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and controls all activities of the department. Develops department goals, objectives, and systems. Develops and administers various human resources plans, policies and procedures for all company personnel.
• Evaluates information, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.  Develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures.
• Monitors compensation program and organizational job structures; updates job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys; analyzes compensation; monitors performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Develops, recommends, and implements human resources policies and procedures; maintains up-to-date Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) of the department’s processes.
• Generates suggestions for improving work flows; develops innovative approaches and ideas.
• Develops and coordinates various training materials and outside speakers to deliver meaningful information at Management staff meetings.
• Responsible for maintaining records and procedures for controlling human resource transactions and team member data. Oversees the accurate maintenance of human resources related files and records.
• Oversees recruiting and selection procedures. Ensures that all selection processes follow state and federal regulations.
• Responds to team member relation issues such as complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights complaints. Performs investigations as necessary and makes recommendations for corrective action.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and Gaming Control Board regulations concerning employment.
• Coordinates response to unemployment claims, hearings and appeals.
• Responds to all EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) and/or NERC (Nevada Equal Rights Commission) claims.
• Guides and advises supervisors and managers on effective and legal documentation of team member performance, and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Responsible for planning and maintaining HR department budget and expenses.
• Working with HR team, creates and delivers various training and development programs to enhance organizational performance.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with department managers, Team Members, and the general public
• Expert knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource administration
• Knowledge of sound techniques in all aspects of human resource management
• Knowledge of the organization and operation of administrative programs
• Ability to develop long-term plans and programs and to evaluate work accomplishments
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
• Displays original thinking and creativity
• Meets challenges with resourcefulness
• Demonstrates a willingness to make decisions
• Must be computer proficient, strong knowledge of MS Office products, and HRIS administration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field
• 7-10 years experience in Hospitality Human Resources in a leadership role 
• Willing to relocate

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with ethical integrity; Upholds organizational values.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Inspires respect and trust; Accepts feedback from others; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; Gives appropriate recognition to others; Displays passion and optimism; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Maintains reason and objectivity, even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa fosters a team working environment and an environment that is focused on Team Member recognition and appreciation. Some of the ways in which we accomplish this is by offering the following: 

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, supplemental coverage)
• 401K retirement savings plan + discretionary match
• Education Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Recreation /Fitness Discounts
• Weekly Resort Prizes
• Career Development and Training Workshops
• FREE daily meal
• Internal Advancement