Employee Communication and Recognition Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $63,688 to $7+,610
We Provide
Full benefits package for full-time employees
Retirement savings plan
Exciting, supportive and fun work environment
Family and friends discounts on travel, tech, food, beverage, and fitness
Development and training opportunities
The Position

Are you passionate about creating meaningful connections in the workplace? Do you enjoy supporting programs that celebrate people and enhance employee experience? If so, we want to meet you!

Gateway’s OD and TA team is based out of Burnaby, with the flexibility to work hybrid from anywhere in Alberta, BC or Ontario. Occasional travel between sites in BC, AB and ON is required.

As our Employee Communication & Recognition Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of corporate programs and initiatives delivered through the Organizational Development and Talent Acquisition team as well as a participant in cross-functional efforts that help Gateway ensure that employees are seen, valued and connected. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we communicate, celebrate and engage with employees across Gateway.
This role is ideal for someone who is:
A natural connector, who loves bringing people together.
A strategic communicator, who can inspire and inform.
A detail-oriented organizer who can management programs from idea to execution.
A tech-savvy HR professional, who understands how to use the tools at their fingertips to facilitate their work.
What You'll Do
Support the development and delivery of internal communication strategies that inform and inspire.
Coordinate and support employee recognition and rewards programs.
Plan and execute engaging virtual events that build community.
Support onboarding and orientation programs that make new hires feel welcome.
Work with HR and site leaders to support initiatives aligned with business goals.
Build strong cross-functional relationships across corporate departments, site leadership and HR teams to deliver programs and services effectively in a complex corporate model.
Use feedback and data to evaluate and improve programs.
Provided guidance and support to employees and managers on engagement and recognition tools.
What You Bring
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, with a focus in Human Resources Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
A minimum of 4 years of experience delivering services, including: building partnerships and providing advice, internal communications, events, planning, administration and expertise with related technologies or equivalent.
Experience in gaming, food & beverage, or a hospitality industry an asset.
Experience in a complex, unionized, and multi-location company an asset.
People-focused team player who is passionate about making the connection between business strategy and employee experience and building community.
Skilled at supporting individuals to feel included, safe and cared for.
Expert administrator skilled at customer service, organization, business administration and records management.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to summarize and visualize information in ways that motivate and inspire.
Ability to manage projects/programs/events from needs analysis to project completion.
Technical knowledge required to effectively administer and support use of related technologies.
Knowledge of all applicable human resources legislation.
General understanding of union environments.
Detail oriented.
Who We Are
Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited (“Gateway”) is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in Canada with 31 gaming properties in British Columbia, Ontario and Alberta. Across its entire portfolio, Gateway currently employs approximately 7,200 people and features approximately 3+1 table games (including 31 poker tables), 14,288 slots, 81 food and beverage outlets and 564 hotel rooms.
Gateway has been in the business of gaming and entertainment in Canada for more than thirty years and continues to evolve and expand its renowned offerings, including developing casino and restaurant brands. The Gateway to Your Future starts with us.
Gateway celebrates and empowers our team members, who make it all possible. A career at Gateway means working with great people, being recognized for your unique contribution and career advancement opportunities across our 31 locations. Our employees thrive with ongoing training and leadership programs while working in a dynamic and fun environment. See for yourself what it’s like to be on a team that values your vision, skill and energy.

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