Affinity Gaming · 14 hours ago
Human Resources Specialist
Affinity Gaming is a company operating in the casino, hospitality, and restaurant business, looking for a Human Resources Specialist. The role focuses on Leave and Absence Management while handling various HR functions such as talent acquisition, onboarding, and employee relations in a corporate setting.
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Responsibilities
Support the organization by maximizing the company HRIS with transactions and data management
Manage maintenance and accuracy of employee data, for reporting and distribution
Ensure unit companies are in compliance with professional standards, state and federal regulatory requirements related to recordkeeping and reporting
Audit and confirm all data entered, maintains data in HRIS systems and other HR supporting databases
Performs updates, exports, imports, clean-ups, and researches/reports on any data discrepancies from the unit companies
Delivers routine daily/weekly/monthly reporting and responds to basic to intermediate ad hoc data requests
Conducts data analysis on HR data such as compensation, classification, employment, and other data as requested
Provides assistance and supports others on laborious assignments and/or problems as directed
Responds verbally or in writing to inquiries, providing information requiring comprehensive knowledge of Affinity’s policies and procedures
Responds to technical administrative questions and ensures necessary follow up
Provide appropriate training on HR transactions to users when requested or deemed necessary
Participate in various Corporate HR annual initiatives as required on a project basis
Participate with Corporate HR staff in developing policies and procedures
Support the HR Management team with special projects and process improvements
Other duties as assigned
Strongly support HR initiatives related to Wellness, Absence Management and Leaves
Support the maintenance of the company Absence Management and Leave system
Responds and maintains flow of requests for Leave and ADA/ADAA
Coordinates with Payroll and Benefits department to ensure employee benefit premiums are collected
Maintains leave status in the HRIS system and partners with Payroll to ensure accurate leave pay codes are utilized and other appropriate system updates
Acts as additional support to the unit companies with Absence Management, Leave and ADA/ADAA
Navigate and support ATS (Applicant Tracking System) transactions to unit companies to maximize the use of the system
Work with various users on problem solving any issues with functions and providing appropriate training as required
Supporting Recruiting teams by posting available positions in various 3rd parties, review applicants and send to hiring managers
Process new hires to include gaming registration and update monthly gaming data
Qualification
Required
Must be knowledgeable to all Company policies and procedures, including fire and safety regulations
Knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA, CFRA, PDLL, ADA, etc. (including eligibility and entitlements)
Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Strong professional communication (verbal and written) with employees at all levels
Ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); Experience with HRIS and leave management systems (e.g., UGK, BASIC, Sedgwick, Kronos)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Bilingual in English/Spanish is required
Preferred
California knowledge desired
High volume restaurant experience preferred
Company
Affinity Gaming
Affinity Gaming, formerly known as Herbst Gaming, is a casino operator based in Paradise, Nevada.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$375M2021-06-14Acquired
2016-07-01Debt Financing· $375M
Leadership Team
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