HR DIRECTOR

Position Summary

The Human Resource Director is responsible for Policy development and implementation for Human Resources/Payroll department. The HR Director coordinates and supervises the functions for Human Resources and Payroll, which include but are not limited to; employee relations, employee development (new hire on-boarding, and training), employee compensation (pay and benefits), and compliance of Federal/State/Tribal laws and regulations. The HR Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining the HR departments annual budget, and monitoring monthly expenditures. The Director coordinates personnel practices and objectives through human resources staff, department managers, supervisors, and management.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Develops and recommends organizational personnel & safety policies and procedures to management.
• Maintains compliance of Federal/State/Tribal Laws and regulations.
• Consults legal counsel to ensure policies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Identifies legal requirements and other pertinent regulations affecting personnel functions.
• Assists management to develop and implement wage and salary structures and compensation policies.
• Directs the preparation and proper maintenance of all HR related records. Ensures compliance and documentation with all disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Maintain positive employee relations by mediating or mitigating employee problems/complaints.
• Develop and maintain Departmental Budget.
• Works cooperatively with other management staff and regulatory officers and outside businesses and employers.
• Works with and guides department manager dealing with employee issues.
• Follows and ensures policy and procedures of chain of command.
• Participates on committees and special projects.
• Develops and administers benefit plans in coordination with the organizations budgets.
• Prepares 401K contribution submissions as well as year in plan census and valuations.
• Works with department managers to preform Job analysis and update job descriptions.
• Maintains high levels of confidentiality at all time to protect employees and the organization.
• Other duties as assigned or requested by management.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable of Federal/state/Tribal Employment laws and regulations.
• Knowledgeable with Tribal Employment Rights Operation (TERO).
• Proficient skills in management and training.
• Maintain methods and techniques for professional record keeping, writing, reporting and project management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, facilitation, conflict and mediation skills.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to research, collect data and possess excellent reporting skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, implement, and manage assigned programs and functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to implement, explain, and apply applicable policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate complex administration and technical issues and data to make appropriate recommendations for action.
• Ability to make oral presentation to clearly covey information and concepts.
• Work independently and as a part of a team to ensure proper work practices.
• Must maintain high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will supervise the Human Resources staff.


Physical Demands

• Required to walk, stand, sit and move about the property for long periods of time. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Work typically performed in an office setting.
• Limited exposure to external environmental conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow and ice.
• Exposure to smoking and secondhand smoke.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Noise level can range from minimal to intense.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business administration or similar field from a college or University.
• Eight (8) years progressive Human Resource experience (an equivalent combination of education or experience combined).
• Three (3) years casino operations experience preferred.
• SHRM CP/SCP preferred, but not required.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must be able to pass a background check and obtain of key gaming license.

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members and Indian Preference in filling this vacancy is given to qualified candidates, in accordance with Title 25, US Code Section 472 and 473. Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is a Drug-Free Workplace and an At Will Employer.

Benefits for full time team members:

• Employer paid Medical with Blue Cross and Blue Shield
• Employer paid Dental with Delta Dental of Oklahoma
• Employer paid Vision with VSP
• Paid Time Off
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching