Director of Human Resources

Position: Director of Human Resources

Salary: Negotiable

Location: Gaming Division

Reports to: Casino GM

 Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Human Resources team, providing direction and support to ensure optimal departmental performance and strategies.
• Establish strong working relationships with employees at all levels, addressing job-related issues, organizational policies, performance standards, and conflict resolution.
• Develop and maintain competitive compensation structures; conduct annual reviews to ensure alignment with industry and regional standards.
• Oversee the internal performance evaluation systems, ensuring consistency with policies and effective performance reviews.
• Contribute as a member of the executive management team, providing strategic leadership and direction.
• Analyze and enhance performance evaluation programs, including job descriptions, salary surveys, and position classifications.
• Review and update employee assistance programs, including policies related to drug testing, to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain employee manuals and HR policies that meet Tribal and industry regulations.
• Oversee workers' compensation, safety programs, and unemployment insurance claims.
• Collaborating with benefits team as needed on retirement benefits, including 401k and deferred compensation, working with employees, the 401k committee, and third-party vendors.
• Act as the primary liaison with government agencies for employment regulatory compliance.
• Represent the Tribe in hearings or proceedings related to unemployment and workers’ compensation when necessary.
• Compile and distribute periodic HR management reports.
• Collaborate with executive management and operations managers to address recruitment, employee training, development, and retention needs.
• Stay updated on legislative changes and trends in employment law, FMLA, OSHA, health benefits, and mediation.
• Attend job-related meetings, training, and professional development sessions.
• Adhere to Tribal laws, Gaming Ordinances, and all applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the General Manager based on organizational needs.

 Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management and/or Business or a related field is required.
• MBA or Master in HR Management or Business Management or related field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a decision-level management role.
• Minimum of 4 years as a Human Resource Manager/Director in an organization with 400+ employees.
• Proven ability to lead and develop HR staff, with strong interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Experience with gaming and Tribal government environments is desirable, not required.
• Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational development, policy writing, employee relations, and safety preferred.
• Knowledge of 401k investing, audits, and other benefits and filings highly recommended.
• Broad expertise in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations, and training.
• Membership in SHRM preferred, not required.
• Valid driver’s license; must obtain a Wisconsin driver’s license within 30 days if currently out-of-state.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Mohican Nation Gaming License and pass background requirements.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays as needed.
• Commitment to maintaining an ethical, nonsmoking and drug-free workplace.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk, sit, stand, use hands to handle or feel, reach with arms, talk and hear.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to fifty (25) pounds on a regular basis.
• Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Evening and/or weekend work as needed.
• The work environment is nonsmoking; dust and noise levels may vary depending upon location.

How to Apply: Application can be submitted online by clicking APPLY above. Applicants must include a resume with their employment application, clearly stating how they meet the position qualifications.

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