VP of Operations

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Job Description:

SUMMARY Direct and manage operations of Gaming Operations, Security, Surveillance, Facilities and Environmental Services.

• Formulates and administers assigned department strategies, policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory controls both internal and external including but not limited to state and federal laws and the Illinois Gaming Board regulations.
• Hires, trains and manages staff in accordance with organizational and approved departmental policies and programs.
• Adhere to, interpret, support, and explain established company policies and procedures as well as applicable local, state, federal and other regulatory procedures.
• Must maintain the strictest confidence of any and all confidential and proprietary information disclosed by Accel Entertainment entity or by a guest of Fairmount Park Racetrack & Casino.
• Advises and keeps General Manager informed of all relevant operational issues affecting the property.
• Ensures performance and productivity are monitored in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Ensures departmental Managers/Supervisors continually and consistently reinforce safety and accident prevention measures.
• Address Team Member questions and concerns; conduct internal investigations as needed.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and monitor an effective team member relations program through effective communication.
• Fosters and maintains positive team member relations in a supportive environment and interfaces with other departments to ensure a harmonious working relationship.
• Hires, trains, coaches, assess and review the job performance of subordinates including both non-exempt and exempt team members.
• Continue professional development of self and subordinates as well as assist all team members with career planning and counseling as needed.
• Maintain a high level of professional appearance, demeanor, ethics, and image of self and subordinates.
• Applies leadership skills required to motivate staff and attain a high level of productivity and accountability.
• Ability to extend complimentary services in accordance with the approved comp matrix.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license issued by the Illinois Gaming Board
• Ten to fifteen progressive gaming leadership experience.
• Strong problem solving, mediation, coaching, and consulting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Knowledgeable of applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to ensure that the grounds and physical facilities – and all equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, kitchen and roofing systems – are functioning efficiently; solid understanding of compliance with building and safety codes, hazardous waste handling and disposal, and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and days of the week including holidays.

• Frequently required to lift up to a maximum of 30 pounds
• Regularly required to see, talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stand and walk.
• The work environment contains bright lights, loud noise

Base Pay Range: $175,000 - $190,000 This range represents the low…