Talent Acquisition Partner

Come join a team where you will make a positive first impression with our Team Members as a Talent Acquisition Partner. In this role, you will be responsible for executing an effective sourcing strategy and efficient recruiting process to meet the needs of the Enterprise while creating positive relationships with key leaders. Enjoy weekly pay, 401(k) starting day one, and health benefits. Whatever your career goals may be, let Mystic Lake Casino help get you there!

Job Overview: The Talent Acquisition Partner is a strategic resource and consultative partner for hiring leaders to ensure the successful acquisition of talented team members. This position is responsible for executing an effective sourcing strategy and efficient recruiting process to attract, select and hire high-quality applicants for the SMSC Gaming Enterprise, departments, and services as requested. This role will provide an exceptional candidate experience while focusing on building strong relationships with business units and key stakeholders to meet goals. The Talent Acquisition Partner is well-connected in the local talent markets in which he or she operates and has a proven track record of results. This position will primarily focus recruiting efforts on front-line positions for Food and Beverage.

Elevate & Thrive: Key Responsibilities

• Conduct strategy session with hiring managers to understand position requirements and business needs ahead of posting position. Consult related to sourcing strategies, internal talent, and external market trends, aligning expectations related to hiring process. 
•  Executes hiring process; from sourcing to selection with focus on quality. Recommends slate of qualified candidates to interview and consults with hiring manager and/or hiring team on final selection. Schedules and conducts interviews as needed.
• Administers pre-employment tests and checks references when required.
• Consult with hiring manager, recommending compensation proposal. Understand Compensation philosophy and partner with Compensation related to current and future compensation offerings and market data. Compile and communicate decline reasons to
  stakeholders.
• Extends and negotiates offer to finalist candidate. Communicates the value of the organization as an employer of choice, the business, position, benefits, culture and values and future career opportunities effectively.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with all levels of management. Learns business of each area effectively.
• Leverage technology and tools to facilitate the hiring process. Providing technical support to applicants and managers using the applicant tracking system as needed. Recommend process, system or tool enhancements focused on creating efficiencies and outstanding candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Builds relationships with quality and specialized applicants to develop future talent pipelines. Be a talent ambassador on social media by promoting organization, brand and career opportunities. Execute recruiting strategies to attract strong Native American talent.
• Be a subject matter expert in specialty areas such as social media strategies, college relations, and/or technology platforms.
• Keeps informed of developments in such areas as wages and salaries, team member and employee benefits, Gaming Enterprise policies and procedures, employment and labor law, talent acquisition best practices and current recruiting trends and activities.

Job Requirements: Reflects MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE required in order to meet the expectation of this job:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field; or Associates Degree with equivalent experience
• 6 years of Talent Acquisition experience with proven results; a combination of full lifecycle Corporate Talent Acquisition with a minimum of 3 years of direct sourcing experience required, and 2 years of External Search Firm experience not required but preferred.
• Ability to advise on, consult and execute talent strategies to attract, source and hire high-performing talent. Source and build diverse future talent pipelines.
• Ability to build and maintain strong external network and strong internal relationships with all key stakeholders. Proven ability to consult with hiring managers effectively.
• Outstanding communication skills; ability to communicate effectively (orally and written) with all levels of stakeholders.
• Able to effectively present ideas, sell, influence and negotiate to achieve results.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize work and solve problems efficiently.
• Established personal brand, social media presence and understanding of effective sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, social media, digital tools and other technologies.
• Ability to challenge the status quo.
• Strong technical acumen with ability to efficiently use multiple tools and various applicant tracking systems. 

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits, and advancement opportunities at the SMSC Gaming Enterprise. Eligible Team Members are offered a comprehensive benefits package include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement. 

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Different backgrounds, different strengths, and different passions, we value the diversity that everyone brings to the table. Our values are a direct reflection of the diverse communities that we proudly serve, represent, and invest in. We invite you to the place to learn, grow, thrive and lead. Let's create moments that matter, celebrate diversity, and build a brighter future for all. 

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