VP of People

Vice President of People & Culture

Location: Dubuque, IA

Salary: $140,000–$160,000 DOE

Bonus: Performance & EBITA Bonus up to 25%

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), executive benefits package, and $10,000 relocation assistance.

Seeking an experienced Vice President of People & Culture to join the executive leadership team at a premier gaming and hospitality organization. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic HR executive to shape the people strategy for a dynamic enterprise that includes a casino resort, luxury hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, and live events.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Vice President of People & Culture will lead enterprise-wide talent strategy, organizational development, leadership development, employee engagement, and performance management. The ideal candidate is an influential leader who can align people initiatives with business objectives while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and exceptional guest service.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the organization’s enterprise-wide people and culture strategy

Partner with executive leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning

Lead performance management, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives

Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, retention, and employer branding strategies

Design and enhance learning and development programs across multiple hospitality operations

Lead compensation, benefits, HRIS, workforce analytics, and total rewards strategies

Utilize workforce metrics to improve retention, staffing, and organizational performance

Foster a high-performing culture focused on accountability, recognition, coaching, and continuous improvement

Ensure compliance with employment laws, organizational policies, and applicable regulatory requirements

Build and mentor a high-performing Human Resources and Talent Development team

Ideal Experience

Current or recent Vice President, Director of Human Resources, or senior People & Culture leadership experience within a casino, resort, hotel, or large hospitality organization

Proven success leading enterprise-wide HR strategy for a complex, multi-department or multi-property operation

Strong background in talent acquisition, leadership development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness

Experience building employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives that drive measurable business results

Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms, workforce analytics, and executive reporting

Demonstrated ability to partner with executive leadership on strategic business initiatives

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required

SHRM-SCP, SPHR, MBA, or other advanced credentials are highly preferred

Outstanding leadership, communication, relationship-building, and change management skills

To be considered, please submit your resume to: sydneyc@geckohospitality.com