Seneca Gaming Corporation seeking new President/CEO

President/CEO (req2508)

Job Number: req2508. Job Title: President/CEO. Number of Openings: 1. Job/Employment Type: FT. Country: USA. State/Province: New York. City: Niagara Falls. Job Category: Executive. Career Level: Executive. Level of Education: Bachelors (Four Year Degree). Years of Experience: More than 10 years.

Position Description:

Under direct supervision of the Seneca Gaming Corporation (SGC) Board of Directors (Board), the President/CEO (CEO) manages the gaming operations and related facilities in accordance to the approved strategic plan, and adheres to all pertinent and relevant Seneca Nation, state and federal laws, regulations, compact, ordinances, and minimum internal control standards related to gaming compliance and regulation. The CEO is the leader of the organization, responsible for the vision and steady growth of the corporation and future projects to ensure efficient, successful and profitable operation of all facilities and the organization as a whole. The CEO builds and models an exceptional company culture, provides inspired leadership to the executive team, establishes a strong working relationship with the board of directors and sets a course for company strategy. The CEO is the brand steward and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation of SGC. The CEO engages with and builds trust and strong relationships with key stakeholders including the government, community, gaming associations and the Seneca Nation. The CEO maintains confidentiality of all SGC privileged information. The CEO abides by the SGC Code of Ethics. All duties are to be performed within the guidelines of the Seneca Gaming Corporation’s policies and procedures, Internal Control Standards and objectives.

Position Requirements
Education/Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
2. 10 years’ experience in an executive or managerial business position with a significant number of employees and/or multi-site supervisory experience.
3. Proven track record in an executive leadership role demonstrating measurable success in leading the development and implementation of programs and initiatives to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
4. Deep understanding of leadership best practices, human resources, general finance and budgeting, and corporate governance.
5. Demonstrated record of maturity, sound judgment, integrity, and adherence to ethical standards.
6. Demonstrated ability to effectively lead change, has a commanding and credible public presence coupled with a composed demeanor under pressure.
7. Ability to lead by example, inspire confidence and create trust.
8. Ability to set clear priorities, delegate, and enable sound decision making to achieve desired results.
9. A persuasive negotiator; able to build consensus and relationships among internal and external stakeholders despite differing opinions.
10. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to substantiate a safe driving record within the parameters acceptable to our liability insurance carrier.

Analytical Skills:

1. Ability to concisely define issues and to draw conclusions and action plans providing effective solutions.
2. Must have strong performance management and leadership skills.
3. Demonstrate fairness in all decisions.
4. Possess ability to instill pride and personal responsibility to employees.
5. Strong financial and analytical skills.
6. Must be proficient in planning, organizing and coordinating activities and resources.

Language Skills and Reasoning Ability:

1. Must possess excellent communication skills.
2. Ability to write routine correspondence and to speak effectively to the public, employees and customers.
3. Must have the ability to deal effectively and interact well with the customers and employees.
4. Must have the ability to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

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. 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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. When on the casino floor, the noise levels increase to loud. Must be able to work in an environment where smoking is permitted.

1. Must be able to stand, walk, and move through all areas of the casino.
2. Maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude to work under pressure in a fast-paced, casino environment and effectively deal with customers, management, employees, and members of the business community in all situations.

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