Labor and Employee Relations Manager

Why Bally’s:

Welcome to Bally’s Chicago Casino, often referred to as "The Heart of Chicago." Our management team brings a wealth of diverse expertise in leadership, growth, and development, along with passion and resilience from the hospitality industry. We are committed to a clear vision, steadfast values, and bold long-term strategies, which have helped us establish a strong reputation for reliability and professionalism in the industry.

At Bally’s Chicago, we take pride in our collaborative approach, ensuring the effective and efficient development and management of our unique food and beverage offerings. This enables us to deliver exceptional results consistently.

This is an exciting time to join Bally’s Chicago team as we move forward with our River West legendary and one-of-a-kind $1.8 billion project right on the historic Chicago River.

Be a part of history!

The Role:

The Labor and Employee Relations Manager is responsible for labor relations, union contracts, grievances, employee relations, compliance, compensation, and benefits, while advising senior leadership on CBA interpretation. The Manager will ensure legal compliance (labor laws) and drive organizational culture and HR metrics.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Develop HR strategies aligned with company goals, advise executives on organizational design, and manage large-scale HR initiatives (mergers, reorganizations).

• Blend of operational experience with HR Management experience.
• Leadership competencies of emotional intelligence, servant leadership, adapt to team readiness for tasks, flexibility, boosts performance, and empowerment.
• Effective in change or goal-driven contexts.
• Experience opening a large multi-plex property with over 1500 team members, leading an HR team with a scalable workforce and culture.

Employee/Labor Relations:

• Handle complex employee issues, grievances, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations, fostering a positive environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Manage compensation structures, benefits programs, and payroll administration oversight.

Compliance & Policy:

• Ensure adherence to federal/state labor laws (FLSA, FMLA, EEOC) and update/implement company policies and handbooks.

HR Operations:

• Supervise HR staff, manage HR systems (HRIS), budgets, and HR metrics.

HRIS Systems Analyst:

• Strong knowledge of HR software (ATS, HRIS), labor laws, and best practices.

Organizational design and development:

• Designs and develops educational training modules on an as-needed basis.
• Contribute to the organization's overall bottom line. Building strong Union partnerships.

People Experience - Service Excellence/Engagement/Culture

• Strong analytical skills, identifying KPI’s, action planning, with a business mindset.
• Build trust, foster positive culture, empower team, prioritize team needs over own, and fosters growth.
• Inspires through shared vision, fosters growth, builds loyalty, and encourages development.
• Developed a culture of best-in-class and core values that align with a strong organization.
• Designs, executes, and measures the value of reward and recognition programs, effectiveness and ROI.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years, Labor Relations/ Human Resources experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in local market, in Labor Relations with three or more collective bargaining units, with a minimum employee base of 1500.

License/Certification:

• SPHR, PHR or other related education and certificates preferred.

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
• Flexible Time Off
• $7 Daily Employee Parking
• Target Salary Range: $110,000 - $115,000

If you are passionate about the hospitality industry and eager to contribute to a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we invite you to join us at Bally’s Chicago. We offer a vibrant work environment where your professional growth and personal well-being are our top priorities. Apply today and become part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Together, let’s create exceptional experiences! Imagine what is possible!

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Frequently required to lift to a maximum of 30 pounds.
• Regularly required to see, hear, talk, bend, twist, stand, and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Able to interact with others while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor in a work environment that is frequently fast-paced and noisy.
• The work environment contains bright lights, loud noise, and stressful situations.