Strategic HR Partner & Team Engagement Lead

Career Opportunities: Human Resources Business Partner (4102) Colonial Downs Group (CDG) is owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and consists of several different brands across Virginia: Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, Rosie’s Game Room, and Virginia Horseplay. CDG is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving, and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for support to the daily operations of the property Human Resources Department; including, but not limited to, team member relations, team member engagement, and administration duties. In addition, this position will function as a company resource officer to assist team members in finding support for life exigencies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Motivates, trains, coaches, mentors, and directs staff to ensure that Team Members receive leadership, guidance, and resources to accomplish established objectives. Assists with hiring process as directed by Human Resources Manager. Responsible for creating and fostering an environment of support and motivation for Team Members. Works with Human Resources Manager to establish department standards, guidelines, and objectives, and maintains other administrative processes such as budget and staffing to ensure proper planning and efficient operation of assigned areas. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information in accordance with established procedures with company policy and state regulations. Provides support to the overall operations of the HR group and other employment services to all Team Members. Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, interprets, administers, and communicates personnel policies and procedures. Functions as the company Resource Officer; establishes relationships with multiple federal, state, and local agencies which provide support to team members. Creates, establishes, and maintains programs to support the needs of team members and their families. Creates and executes engagement programs. Coordinates and assists in Team Member investigations. Recruits talented, motivated, and guest-friendly Team Members. Maintains communication and evaluation of open positions for transfers and promotions. Seeks opportunities to streamline the licensing process. Administers the orientation program and educates Team Members on Policies and Procedures. Works with Human Resources Manager to develop and provide training and development programs on HR knowledge and skills related to operational needs. Manages the administrative workload. Maintains training records. Ensures compliance with Federal and State employment laws, advising management on needed actions. Ensures compliance with Federal and State posting requirements. Ensures accurate completion, compliance, and maintenance of confidential employment records. Produces staffing related reports. Coaches, mentors, advocates for the team member as well as the company and is an AddLife champion. Performs other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Conflict resolution and mediation skills. Excellent PC skills; Microsoft Office, or equivalent, and menu-driven programs. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree. Five years of progressive experience in Human Resources or related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. Must hold a valid driver’s license with a minimum of three (3) year’s driving experience. Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS The Team Member will be required to sit and remain stationary for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The Team Member may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. The Team Member may be required to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The work environment may vary in levels of crowds, noise, flashing lights, and smoke, depending on the assigned station and guest volume. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr