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Job Description Summary:
The Talent & Engagement Specialist supports excellence in recruiting by serving as an escalated point of contact for hiring-related needs while leading select team member engagement initiatives at the property level. This role partners closely with hiring leaders to resolve recruiting challenges, support effective hiring outcomes, and ensure a positive candidate experience. In addition, the Talent & Engagement Specialist helps plan and execute team member events and internal communications that strengthen engagement, culture, and connection across the property.
Job Description:
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Serve as an escalated point of contact for recruiting-related questions, issues, and exceptions, supporting hiring managers and HR partners in resolving challenges
- Partner with hiring leaders to assess staffing needs, provide guidance on recruiting processes, and support effective hiring decisions
- Monitor recruiting activity in Workday to identify risks, delays, or gaps, and proactively support resolution
- Review applications and candidate activity to ensure appropriate progression and adherence to recruiting standards
- Support offer extension and hiring activities as needed, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution
- Ensure requisitions, applicant, and employee records are maintained in compliance with applicable laws, gaming regulations, and company policies
- Plan and execute hiring events or job fairs to support staffing demands.
- Plan, coordinate, and support select property-level team member engagement events, celebrations, and initiatives
- Assist with the development and execution of internal communications related to recruiting, onboarding, and engagement activities
- Partner with HR and property leaders to support initiatives that enhance team member experience, culture, and retention
- Provide guidance and support to new hires during onboarding, including completion of required forms, work cards, and I-9 documentation
- Ensure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, if they apply to the position
- Provide outstanding guest service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members that meets the company's guest service culture standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- 3 years of Human Resources, recruiting, and or/onboarding experience
- Previous experience in Recruitment or Employment within the gaming/hospitality industry preferred
- Working knowledge of employment laws
- Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
- Committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and safety-conscious work environment
- Experience with applicant tracking systems required; Workday preferred
- Ability to access and input information using a moderately complex computer system
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word; familiarity with collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
- Obtain and maintain all work cards as required by the company
- Verify right to work in the United States
Work Cards
- Nevada Gaming Registration
Physical Requirements
- Occasionally push/pull up to 25lbs.
- Occasionally lift and/or carry up to 25lbs. at floor, knee, waist, and chest levels
- Occasionally squat, kneel, reach, bend, twist
- Frequently sit and work at a desk or computer
- Frequently standing and walking
- Ability to communicate using in-person speech, radios, and telephone
- Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sound in person
- Ability to distinguish between shades of color
- Ability to use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity
Work Environment Potential Conditions
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Extreme hot & cold temperatures
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.