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As a major player in the gaming and hospitality industries across California, Florida, and now Texas, we're expanding our reach in the Texas market with a mission to redefine the entertainment landscape. Driven by innovation and corporate excellence, our team thrives on curiosity, strategic vision, and a commitment to integrity, quality, and good judgment. Company culture at Champions is of the utmost importance to us. We seek individuals who view the world through a lens of unlimited possibilities, and who value people above everything else.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources (HR) Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to all departments within Champions. This role is responsible for facilitating day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and benefits administration. The HR Generalist also assists in the implementation and maintenance of HR programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organization.

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new employees.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent, including utilizing job boards, social media, and employee referrals.
• Collaborate with department managers to understand hiring needs and create accurate job descriptions.
• Conduct background checks and reference checks for potential candidates.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Process and review HR related actions to ensure they are completed in a timely manner (transfers, promotions, etc.).
• Supervises and conducts onboarding process for all new hires and re-hires, including completing HRIS database record entries for records management.
• Conduct regular audits of HR practices and policies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Review employee files and records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Identify areas of improvement in HR processes and recommend changes to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Prepare reports on audit findings and work with management to implement corrective actions as needed.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Act as the main point of contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries and issues.
• Coordinate with benefits providers to manage enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with benefits-related regulations, such as ACA and ERISA.
• Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new hires and open enrollment meetings for all employees.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Monitors, verifies, and authorizes routine personnel actions and requests pertaining to existing employees and new hires, in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines. 
• Assists with internal investigations and employee relations matters as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in a Human Resources role, with a focus on talent acquisition, audits, and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, ACA, and ERISA.
• Experience with HRIS systems and recruitment software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Experience working in hospitality.
• Proficiency in using HR analytics tools to track and report on key HR metrics.
• Previous experience conducting HR audits and implementing process improvements.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a free medical plan with customizable options
• Paid time off
• 401k with company matching
• Free basic life insurance
• Employee assistance and wellness program

We provide equal opportunities for everyone that works for us and everyone that applies to join our team, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service, past, present, or future, in the uniformed services of the United States (military or veteran status), or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law.