Human Resources Associate & Executive Assistant

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $45,000-$57,500 with an expected starting salary between $46,000-$48,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Eligibility for remote work: This position is fully onsite at Human Kinetics’ headquarters in Champaign,IL.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Applicants are not obligated to disclose expunged juvenile records of adjudication, arrest, or conviction as part of the application process.

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Human Kinetics is committed to building a more diverse workforce. We welcome BIPOC candidates and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.

Human Kinetics is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Human Kinetics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR at .

Our compensation philosophy is to value the contributions of all HK employees and to reward exceptional performance exceptionally. To do that, we provide a standard increase to all HK staff, and we award merit increases and bonuses to people who make extraordinary contributions to the work we do.

The Human Resources Associate & Executive Assistant I provides essential administrative and operational support to the CEO, CFOO, and Human Resources team, playing a vital role in both day-to-day functions and larger organizational initiatives. This position assists the HR Manager with various aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including resume screening, interview scheduling, pre-employment testing, onboarding coordination, and background checks.

Additionally, the Human Resources Associate & Executive Assistant I maintains employee data within the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and consistency, and is responsible for maintaining up-to-date HR files and documentation.

CEO & CFOO support includes managing special projects, resolving customer service and related issues, scheduling meetings, efficiently handling correspondence, filing, data entry, and other office support functions as requested. In addition, the Human Resources Associate & Executive Assistant I acts as a liaison between customers, authors, the press, and others wishing to contact the CEO.

This role also contributes to company culture and employee engagement by organizing events such as anniversary and retirement celebrations, bi-monthly blood drives, and annual campaigns like the United Way Fund Drive. The Human Resources Associate & Executive Assistant I helps plan company-wide events, coordinates internal communications through various channels, manages staff badge access, and supports ongoing projects and HR initiatives. With a strong focus on organization, communication, and attention to detail, this role helps ensure smooth Admin & HR operations and a positive employee experience.