Director of Labor Relations Strategy

JOB SUMMARY:

Primarily responsible for working with Regional VP of Human Resources on developing Negotiation Strategy in concert with business needs in line with applicable laws/internal policies and procedures. Reviews and assists with all General grievances related to contract interpretation. Provides assistance to department managers in implementing company employment practices in their respective areas, ensuring that all collective bargaining agreements are observed when applicable. Assists and sometimes facilitates union negotiations/Bargaining in partnership with the Regional Vice President of Human Resources.

 

Defends company position with regard to union employment issues. Also serves as a resource to management and employees for employment and general Human Resources policies and procedures.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

• Defends employment/disciplinary practices of Caesars Entertainment (Las Vegas Region) with regard to collective bargaining agreements.
• Assists with defense preparation of legally challenged employment/disciplinary practices.
• Assists with and sometimes facilitates Collective Bargaining/Negotiation with various Unions
• Researches/Synthesize/recommend negotiation strategy to Business leaders based on evolution/modernization of work rules/data and technology improvements
• Maintains a thorough understanding of collective bargaining agreements involving Caesars Entertainment (Las Vegas Region).
• Determines validity of employee claims and discipline issued.
• Provides assistance to the Human Resources in providing management and support to the Human Resources staff.
• Ensures consistent application of personnel policies and procedures throughout the hotel/casino.
• Complete employment verification letters/evidence collection when requested by Attorneys and insurance companies representing employees (not limited to employment matters).
• Participate in supervisor and manager procedure training.
• Attend and participate in various department meetings.
• Prepare requested information for all state agencies (not just the state of Nevada) with regard to unemployment claims filed by former employees (facilitate defense preparation when contesting the claim).
• Represent Caesars Entertainment at employee grievances (or related types of hearings).
• Instruct supervisors on employee relations procedures to be used in accordance with company policies and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
• Meet with employees making any claims of including, but not limited to harassment, unwarranted discipline, violation of collective bargaining agreement, etc. (informs the Regional Vice President of Performance, Culture & Integrity and makes record of such meetings).
• Complete investigations of any claims made by employees.
• Additional related duties as requested by the Regional Vice President of Labor Relations
• Lead organization with methods and actions that are ethical and in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies.
• Identify compliance risks and take actions necessary to eliminate or minimize risks.
• Champion, within the organization, a commitment to honesty, integrity, and responsible corporate behavior.
• Create a compliance culture within the organization and foster an environment where employees feel comfortable reporting potential violations or misconduct.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• At least 4 years general human resources experience and at least 2 year labor relations experience involving collective bargaining agreements. 
• Bachelors degree with major emphasis in Liberal Arts or Human Resources (education could be substituted by an additional 2 years experience in Labor Relations).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in use of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, team building, and problem solving skills are required.
• Must understand the various areas of the Labor Management Process and have knowledge of the Casino Industry and Union Environments.
• Must be able to add considerable value in meetings and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to identify creative solutions to operating questions

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise th