Regional IT Director

Responsibilities

• Responsible for deployment of resources, standards, and disciplines toward the successful completion of major corporate and division initiatives.
• Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:
• Establishes standards for area of responsibility.
• Provides consulting services to Senior Management related to the alignment of business needs with IT systems and business strategy.
• Develops soft cost models for business alternatives, operating budgets and project budgets.
• Understands all cost elements related to the delivery of projects, products, or systems. Prepares management reports which reflect the group’s budget performance, utilization of resources and achievement of goals.
• Understands Harrah’s business processes, systems platforms and infrastructure architecture.
• Coordinates Requests for Proposal, contract negotiations, regulatory compliance and other legal considerations for area of responsibility.
• Product operations meet their expectations and assist in attaining their business objectives. Interact and represent the Products with key users and Senior Management.
• Responsible for attracting, hiring, retaining and motivating staff. Responsible for employee termination when necessary.
• Conducts performance reviews as well as ongoing assessment of strengths and weaknesses. Provides or secures the training necessary to ensure optimum job performance.
• Stays abreast of new technology developments. Seeks methods to optimize performance, reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Develops and executes strategic plan for area of responsibility.

Knowledge and Experience

9-13 years business experience, with 5 or more in Information Technology in the management and design of business computer systems.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Strong consulting skills with the ability to advise and make recommendations, provide assistance or help with planning from a basis of personal expertise where no formal or direct reporting relationship exists. Ability to speak to small and large audiences with ease. Speaks effectively and clearly with the ability to influence others in both positive and negative circumstances and produce the best outcome. Ability to negotiate successfully with vendors to secure the most favorable terms for Harrah’s. Creates an environment of teamwork and cooperation. Responds quickly and effectively to changing business environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for deployment of resources, standards, and disciplines toward the successful completion of major corporate and division initiatives.
• Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:
• Establishes standards for area of responsibility.
• Provides consulting services to Senior Management related to the alignment of business needs with IT systems and business strategy.
• Develops soft cost models for business alternatives, operating budgets and project budgets.
• Understands all cost elements related to the delivery of projects, products, or systems. Prepares management reports which reflect the group’s budget performance, utilization of resources and achievement of goals.
• Understands Harrah’s business processes, systems platforms and infrastructure architecture.
• Coordinates Requests for Proposal, contract negotiations, regulatory compliance and other legal considerations for area of responsibility.
• Product operations meet their expectations and assist in attaining their business objectives. Interact and represent the Products with key users and Senior Management.
• Responsible for attracting, hiring, retaining and motivating staff. Responsible for employee termination when necessary.
• Conducts performance reviews as well as ongoing assessment of strengths and weaknesses. Provides or secures the training necessary to ensure optimum job performance.
• Stays abreast of new technology developments. Seeks methods to optimize performance, reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Develops and executes strategic plan for area of responsibility.

Knowledge and Experience

9-13 years business experience, with 5 or more in Information Technology in the management and design of business computer systems.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Strong consulting skills with the ability to advise and make recommendations, provide assistance or help with planning from a basis of personal expertise where no formal or direct reporting relationship exists. Ability to speak to small and large audiences with ease. Speaks effectively and clearly with the ability to influence others in both positive and negative circumstances and produce the best outcome. Ability to negotiate successfully with vendors to secure the most favorable terms for Harrah’s. Creates an environment of teamwork and cooperation. Responds quickly and effectively to changing business environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

RISK MANAGEMENT

– will manage risk factors within the company department or division employed, in such a way as to eliminate company exposure to insurance claims and legal/court challenges. Ensures that all company, department or division activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing business operations. This includes but is not limited to adherence to Human Resource, safety and workers’ compensation policies and procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Has oversight of 1 to 3 property level Manager of Regional Market Technology who leads IT departments at the Indiana region of properties. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SOCIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Must have an outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic attitude. Must be comfortable initiating conversations and creating a fun environment with our guests.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

REQUIRED PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

Responsible for fostering a fun environment. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events. Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs. Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards. Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must be able to meet state licensing requirements as dictated.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ACCESS TO CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY INFORMATION

Must regularly access all Casino and Racing systems and information, patron databases, the HRIS and payroll system/information, and/or purchasing and accounting systems.

ACCESS TO GAMING FACILITY

Requires access to all areas of the Caesars Entertainment Indiana gaming facilities.