Employment & Training Manager

This position is responsible for the development and implementation of the property’s employment and training programs and delivering exceptional levels of service to our internal customers in their hiring and training needs. This includes developing innovative staffing strategies, maintaining up-to-date job descriptions and organization charts, sourcing high caliber candidates in a timely manner, and developing/implementing training systems to ensure that all employees have the necessary skills to successfully perform their job and to deliver outstanding customer service.

Builds relationships with property management to understand their employment and training needs. Conducts staffing needs analysis and develops staffing plans. Writes and maintains updated job descriptions. Manages job fairs and mass hiring events. Ensures department is in compliance with local and federal regulations. Conducts reference checks. Coordinates the selection process with the hiring supervisor. Manages the applicant tracking system. Prepares offer letters. Maintains a temporary staff consisting of both on-call employees and contracts with temporary staff vendors. Produces staffing and training reports (e.g., applicant flow, recruiting activity, and hiring activity). Analyzes the training needs of the property. Develops and implements a training plan and budget to meet the identified needs. Develops and conducts train-the-trainer sessions for managers in order to teach them how to train and coach employees. Manages training staff. Acts as a role model to other employees and always present oneself as a credit to Harrah’s entertainment and encourages others to do the same. Fosters development of staff. Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies.

4-year college degree required. Five years experience in recruiting, conducting job fairs, mass hires and managing a training program for large facilities is required. Also, requires knowledge of computerized applicant tracking systems, and federal and state regulations regarding employment hiring and selection, and the ability to protect the confidentiality of applicants’ records. Must have experience conducting needs analyses, developing new training systems and understanding the strategic relationship of training in the support of achieving the stated mission of the business. Must be able to negotiate vendor contracts, consult with all levels of the organization, and act as a role model of an effective trainer. Must be able to coordinate multiple priorities simultaneously, set and meet deadlines. Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team. Must present a well-groomed appearance.

• Must be able to conduct conversations with customers and employees and speak distinctly and persuasively with others.
  
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations.
  
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
  

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