HR Business Partner jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

Essential Functions:

• Conducts weekly meetings with respective business units.
• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Develops contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.
• Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Positive, professional and forthright manner of communication, with strong listening skills
• Polished presentation skills with the ability to facilitate training for team member population and speak effectively in a public environment
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Must have working ability with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Knowledge/Work Experience:  

• Must be 21 years or older
• BA/BS in related field or equivalent relevant experience may substitute for degree
• Two (2) years of relevant experience in Human Resources
• Previous experience in casino resort and/or hospitality strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of Human Resources practices in multiple disciplines

• Working knowledge of local jurisdiction gaming laws (federal, state, etc.) and regulations as well as company internal controls, Policies and Procedures

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate license through the New York State Gaming Commission