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Salary: $90,000-$100,000 Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. About Levy The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary As the Area Director of Human Resources , you will lead the people strategy for Texas Motor Speedway while providing HR leadership and support across an assigned portfolio of Levy locations. This role is a key strategic partner to operational leadership, responsible for building strong teams, developing talent, driving engagement, and delivering HR solutions that support both our people and our business. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, forward-thinking HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands the unique demands of sports, entertainment, hospitality, and event-driven operations. You will have the opportunity to influence leaders, develop HR talent, strengthen our culture, and help shape the team member experience across multiple locations. This position will require 20% travel. Detailed Responsibilities • Serve as a strategic HR partner to senior operational leaders at Texas Motor Speedway and across assigned locations. • Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business priorities, operational goals, and organizational growth. • Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, talent development, and retention. • Build strong relationships with location leadership and HR teams, providing coaching, guidance, and hands-on support. • Lead and support complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution. • Coach leaders to strengthen their effectiveness in managing, engaging, and developing their teams. • Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring leaders to develop recruiting strategies and build strong internal and external talent pipelines. • Support workforce planning and high-volume hiring strategies for major events, peak periods, and seasonal business needs. • Identify high-potential team members and create development opportunities that support internal mobility and succession planning. • Drive team member engagement and retention strategies while helping create an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing culture. • Ensure consistent execution of HR policies, programs, procedures, and employment practices across assigned locations. • Maintain knowledge of applicable employment laws and partner with leadership to ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risk. • Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and develop proactive solutions. • Support organizational change, business transitions, and new business initiatives as needed. • Partner with Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and other HR teams to deliver integrated people solutions. • Lead, coach, and develop HR professionals across the assigned area. • Maintain a visible presence within the business and travel to supported locations as needed. Preferred Qualifications • 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility. • Multi-unit or multi-location HR leadership experience strongly preferred. • Experience within sports and entertainment, hospitality, food and beverage, retail, or another high-volume, fast-paced environment preferred. • Demonstrated success partnering with senior operational leaders and influencing business decisions. • Strong experience in employee relations, talent management, succession planning, performance management, and leadership development. • Proven ability to coach and develop both operational leaders and HR professionals. • Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people strategies to operational and financial objectives. • Excellent communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Ability to navigate competing priorities and remain agile in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. • Strong judgment and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters professionally. • Ability to travel throughout the assigned area based on business needs. Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered. • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance/ AD • Disability Insurance • Retirement Plan • Flexible Time Off Plan • Paid Parental Leave • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) • Personal Leave • Associate Shopping Program • Health and Wellness Programs • Discount Marketplace • Identity Theft Protection • Pet Insurance • Commuter Benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. compass-usa.com Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: info.flclearinghouse.com Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Levy maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1583778 Levy Sector [[Cust_clntAcName]] BENAE GLICKMAN [[req_classification]]

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Salary: $90,000-$100,000
This position will require 20% travel.
Detailed Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic HR partner to senior operational leaders at Texas Motor Speedway and across assigned locations.
Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business priorities, operational goals, and organizational growth.
Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, talent development, and retention.
Build strong relationships with location leadership and HR teams, providing coaching, guidance, and hands-on support.
Lead and support complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
Coach leaders to strengthen their effectiveness in managing, engaging, and developing their teams.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring leaders to develop recruiting strategies and build strong internal and external talent pipelines.
Support workforce planning and high-volume hiring strategies for major events, peak periods, and seasonal business needs.
Identify high-potential team members and create development opportunities that support internal mobility and succession planning.

Nice-to-haves

Multi-unit or multi-location HR leadership experience strongly preferred.
Experience within sports and entertainment, hospitality, food and beverage, retail, or another high-volume, fast-paced environment preferred.
Demonstrated success partnering with senior operational leaders and influencing business decisions.
Strong experience in employee relations, talent management, succession planning, performance management, and leadership development.
Proven ability to coach and develop both operational leaders and HR professionals.
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people strategies to operational and financial objectives.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to navigate competing priorities and remain agile in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Strong judgment and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters professionally.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned area based on business needs.
Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture
At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

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