Payton West

About Payton West

As the HR Training Specialist at Harrah’s Northern California, I design and deliver…

Experience

1. Human Resources Recruiter

   Harrah's Northern California

   Apr 2025 — Present · Ione, CA, US

   Lead full-cycle recruitment for a wide range of roles across all departments, including marketing, human resources, casino operations, finance, food & beverage, facility operations, and security & surveillance departments. • Partner with department heads to identify hiring needs, develop job descriptions, and implement tailored sourcing strategies. • Utilize multiple recruiting platforms, including Indeed and LinkedIn, to attract, screen, and engage qualified candidates. • Coordinate and conduct interviews, manage candidate communications, and ensure a seamless candidate experience from interview to start date. • Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for hiring practices to improve cross-departmental coordination and accountability.• Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to support a smooth onboarding process and positive first-day experiences. • Maintain accurate recruiting metrics and reports to assess pipeline health, time-to-fill, and hiring trends. • Promote Harrah’s culture and values by representing the brand at job fairs, hiring events, and community outreach efforts. • Support diversity and inclusion hiring efforts by expanding talent pipelines and promoting equitable hiring practices. • Advise hiring managers on best practices for interviewing, selection, and candidate engagement. • Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes and employer branding initiatives.

Education

• Merrill F West High School

  High School Diploma

• California State University, Stanislaus

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration

• Southern Oregon University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration