Date: 1 week ago
City: Waukegan, Illinois
Contract type: Full time

Job Details
Description
Who WE are:
As a Human Resource Generalist, you are expected to be a reliable, approachable, and professional team member who supports a wide range of HR functions. You’ll handle onboarding, assist, maintain employee data in HRIS (UKG/Ultipro), ensure compliance with licensing and reporting requirements, and provide day-to-day support to employees and leaders. You are expected to uphold strict confidentiality, stay organized under pressure, and contribute positively to the employee experience. Your role also includes participating in employee events, managing special projects, and serving as a backup to the broader HR team—all while maintaining a friendly and service-focused attitude
Experience YOU Will Need
$50,000-$82,500
Company Statement On EOAA
American Place Casino is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Description
Who WE are:
- Our mission is to be Chicagoland’s premier gaming and entertainment destination, celebrated for unparalleled hospitality and an unforgettable guest experience. We’re not just a casino—we’re a community where our team members thrive, with countless opportunities for career growth and a workplace culture centered on inclusivity and fun. As we continue to elevate our standards of excellence, we seek dynamic, coachable individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to grow with us. At American Place Casino, every moment is crafted to delight, every opportunity is a pathway to success
- We’re looking for a collaborative and detail-oriented HR Generalist to support a wide range of human resources functions, including onboarding, compliance, and employee support. The ideal candidate is approachable, organized, and service-driven, with a strong sense of confidentiality and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with people, and are passionate about delivering a great employee experience, we’d love to hear from you.
- Human Resources Specialist
- HR Representative
As a Human Resource Generalist, you are expected to be a reliable, approachable, and professional team member who supports a wide range of HR functions. You’ll handle onboarding, assist, maintain employee data in HRIS (UKG/Ultipro), ensure compliance with licensing and reporting requirements, and provide day-to-day support to employees and leaders. You are expected to uphold strict confidentiality, stay organized under pressure, and contribute positively to the employee experience. Your role also includes participating in employee events, managing special projects, and serving as a backup to the broader HR team—all while maintaining a friendly and service-focused attitude
Experience YOU Will Need
- High School/GED/College or equivalent preferred
- Bilingual Preferred
- 3-4 years of HR generalist experience
- Strong computer skills, proficient in Google Workplace, Microsoft Suite
- Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle high-volume and stressful situations
- Must be able to operate computer, telephone, fax, and copies
- Constantly handle, wrist motion, sit, hear, and eye/hand coordination
- Frequently speak, read, write, stand, walk, bend, and stoop
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull 25+
- Other duties as assigned
- Able to obtain/maintain necessary licenses and/or certifications as required by local gaming regulations.
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K matching up to ____%
- Educational Tuition Reimbursement
- Ventra Program, EAP programs, etc.
$50,000-$82,500
Company Statement On EOAA
American Place Casino is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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