Description

The Vice President of Human Resources will play a critical role in the successful launch of our Chicago flagship location. This position will be responsible for overseeing all HR functions, with a strong emphasis on talent acquisition, employee relations, and compliance, particularly in a unionized environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in casino openings and a proven track record of managing union relationships.

Why Bally's?

Bally's Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence. It currently owns and manages 15 casinos across 10 states, a golf course in New York, a horse racetrack in Colorado, and has access to OSB licenses in 18 states. It also owns Bally's Interactive International, formerly Gamesys Group, a leading, global, online gaming operator, Bally Bet, a first-in-class sports betting platform, and Bally Casino, a growing iCasino platform.

With 10,600 employees, the Company's casino operations include approximately 15,300 slot machines, 580 table games and 3,800 hotel rooms. Upon completing the construction of a permanent casino facility in Chicago, Bally's will own and/or manage 15 casinos across 10 states. Bally’s also has rights to developable land in Las Vegas post the closure of the Tropicana. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "BALY".

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies that support the successful Bally’s Chicago flagship opening and ongoing operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Lead the HR efforts, including workforce planning, recruitment, training, and onboarding of staff across all levels and departments.
• Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract, recruit, and retain top talent
• Manage and strengthen relationships with labor unions, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements and fostering a cooperative work environment. Serve as the primary point of contact for union negotiations and grievances.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture that emphasizes employee engagement and retention.
• Implement initiatives that support diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization.
• Oversee performance management systems that align individual and team goals with organizational objectives
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as internal policies. Proactively identify and manage HR-related risks.
• Streamline HR processes and systems to improve efficiency, utilizing data analytics to inform decision-making and enhance HR performance.
• Partner with senior leadership across departments to understand business needs and provide strategic HR solutions that drive organizational success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the hospitality or gaming industry, specifically in casino openings.
• Proven experience managing union relationships and navigating collective bargaining processes.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations relevant to the gaming and hospitality industries.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels.
• Experience in change management and employee engagement initiatives

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Salary with annual performance reviews
• Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental, and vision
• 401(K)/ Company Match
• Access Perks and Childcare discounts

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the hospitality or gaming industry