Human Resources Assistant
About The Position
Soldier Field – Legends Global is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Human Resources Assistant to support HR operations at Soldier Field and multiple recreational facilities throughout Chicago. Working closely with the Senior Human Resources Manager and facility leadership, the role supports recruitment, onboarding, payroll, employee relations, benefits, and compliance in a fast-paced, multi-facility environment. The position includes working designated major events at Soldier Field and traveling between assigned facilities as needed. The role is full-time, salaried, and exempt. The listed salary range is $55,000–$65,000. The position is based at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois, with work across several Chicago recreational facilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- One to three years of experience in Human Resources, HR administration, recruiting, payroll, or a related field preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
- Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended event hours as needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems, including Workday, ABI, and ADP.
Responsibilities
- Assist with recruitment and hiring, including creating job descriptions, posting positions, reviewing applications, coordinating interviews, and communicating with candidates.
- Coordinate new-hire onboarding, including employment documentation, background checks, system access, ID creation, and required training.
- Maintain accurate employee records across HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and benefits systems, including personnel changes, transfers, promotions, and separations.
- Assist with payroll preparation and processing for full-time, part-time, seasonal, and union event employees, including pay rate changes and employee inquiries.
- Support employees with benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, direct deposit, pay statements, and timekeeping questions.
- Assist managers with performance management, employee development, and confidential documentation related to employee relations and disciplinary matters.
- Track required employee training, including CPR/AED, Mandated Reporter, sexual harassment prevention, and other compliance requirements.
- Support HR audits, employment verifications, personnel file maintenance, records retention, and compliance reporting.
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, social events, and community service activities that promote a positive workplace culture.
- Escalate sensitive or complex employee concerns to the Senior Human Resources Manager.
- Provide HR support across Soldier Field and Chicago recreational facilities, including Maggie Daley Park, McFetridge Sports Center, ComEd Recreation Center, Morgan Park Sports Center, Dr. Conrad Worrill Track & Field Center, and Kedzie Baseball Park.
- Work designated major events at Soldier Field, providing operational oversight as needed.
- Travel between assigned facilities as required and perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) investment plan, with a discretionary employer match up to 3%.
- Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
