Human Resources Assistant

About the role

SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry, offering the largest selection of sports brands in America. We empower our associates to become experts in exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers through comprehensive product and expert training.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of HR programs, policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal employment laws
• Show initiative and vision for continuous improvement
• Promote Scheels culture and benefits through regular and positive associate interactions
• Create employment postings for recruiting applicants as well as maintaining up-to-date job postings
• Aid in onboarding new associates including: conducting pre-screening interviews, scheduling interviews for the hiring team, tracking, training, and developing new associates
• Aid in preparing benefits paperwork for all newly eligible associates
• Aid in maintaining associate files and paperwork
• Maintain current knowledge of state and federal employment laws and best practices
• Be organized, multi-tasks, and maintain all aspects of human resources
• Be detail-oriented and maintain a high level of accuracy
• Have strong computer and problem-solving skills
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with all levels of the organization
• Perform basic math
• Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Work assigned schedule which is typically Monday through Friday day-time hours, but may include some evening or weekend hours as needed

Requirements

• Customer Service: Genuinely and consistently treat co-workers, customers and business partners like they are the most important person including eye contact, a smile and a genuine “Thank you”
• Culture: Approach daily tasks, projects and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgency
• Cultivate a deep desire to become a knowledge expert in their role with the ability to apply their knowledge and experience with great impact
• Show respect and appreciation for others and Scheels
• Team Mentality: Genuine interest and action in helping others before themselves, regardless of recognition or reward
• Teach-ability: Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge and accept critical feedback
• Adapt to a changing work environment
• Apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation and spelling
• Physical Requirements/Lifting Requirements: Must be able to sit, stand, bend at the waist, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push/pull, lift, talk, and hear with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field preferred; and/or 1-2 years of Scheels and/or human resources experience.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred or willing to obtain certification.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Mathematical skills

Benefits

• To see a full list of benefit offerings from Scheels visit scheels.com/careers

Pay

This is an hourly, full-time position typically scheduled at 40 hours per week. Starting compensation expected to be between $18 and $20 per hour depending on experience.

Schedule

Typically Monday through Friday day-time hours, but may include some evening or weekend hours as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Scheels is an equal employment opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Scheels will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals when appropriate.