Human Resources Business Partner

Churchill Downs Incorporated•Louisville, KY

15d

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner oversees HR programs, processes, and projects across assigned business units, with a strong focus on recruiting. The role partners with business operations leaders to understand business issues and determine how HR can best support organizational results. The position is responsible for HR functions across departments, including recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, workforce development, employment policies, personnel records, and regulatory compliance. It also supports team members and managers with HR questions, contributes to retention and continuous-improvement efforts, and collaborates with the HR team to provide service to team members.

Requirements

Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
High sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to independently manage multiple competing demands.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Responsiveness to candidates and hiring managers.
Three to five years of recruiting experience for all levels within an organization.
Experience creating and executing diverse talent-pipeline strategies and recruiting plans.
Valid racing license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
Experience with recruiting technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

Participate with department leaders in developing recruiting strategy for the organization.
Oversee HR functions for departments, including employee relations, recruiting, selection and onboarding, HR program and policy administration, personnel record-keeping, workforce development, and compliance.
Analyze talent acquisition processes and data to identify resources needed to recruit a more diverse workforce and support cultural goals.
Develop and oversee job-posting content and maintain a consistent message for prospective candidates.
Advise and support business units on recruiting structure, hiring, and onboarding.
Manage online recruiting sites and recruiting systems, including the ATS, and recommend recruiting resources for obtaining qualified candidates.
Provide staffing and turnover metrics to senior management.
Plan and manage community outreach and relationships with community leaders to develop talent pipelines.
Organize and attend on-site recruiting events at local colleges and other establishments as needed.
Work with recruiting vendors, including LinkedIn, Casino Careers, and Indeed, on integration into the recruiting process.
Maintain and update onboarding processes for each business unit as needed.
Assist hiring managers with interview scheduling and other administrative duties as assigned.
Act as a liaison between team members and management regarding company policies, practices, and regulations.
Resolve routine team member relations issues and complaints, escalating difficult or complex issues to the Senior HR Director as needed.
Advise management about potential problem areas and recommend or implement solutions as appropriate.
Assist team members and managers with benefits, terminations, policy interpretation, and other HR matters.
Help communicate changes to team members and conduct team member presentations.
Participate in staff meetings and expand HR knowledge through training and self-study.
Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations related to onboarding, employment, team member relations, and terminations.
Conduct and analyze exit interviews and recommend corrective action, continuous improvement, and retention measures.
Manage employment and onboarding processes, including job posting and distribution, advertisements, pre-employment background screening, onboarding, orientation, and designated training.
Evaluate departmental reports, decisions, and results against established goals; recommend approaches and procedures to improve HR efficiency and services.
Collaborate with HR colleagues to deliver and implement functional initiatives.
Support the HR team in providing service to team members.
Assist with team member recognition programs and events.
Perform other duties as assigned.