Human Kinetics (HK) is headquartered in Champaign, IL. This position is fully onsite.

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.

*Learn more about our perks and benefits here: https://us.humankinetics.com/pages/human-kinetics-compensation-benefits-information

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 217-403-7609.

Human Kinetics Compensation & Benefits Information

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.

Job Summary

The HR Manager I is responsible for maintaining all personnel records and completing processes related to onboarding, terminations, leaves of absence, and employment changes. They serve as a resource for employees regarding benefits and other work-related issues. The HR Manager I works with benefit providers to ensure accurate enrollment and billing practices and alongside the HR Director & CFOO to help identify and implement additional benefit programs for HK staff. They are also the in-house expert on benefits and the HR administrator functions of HK’s HRIS system, UKG Pro.

Essential Functions

1. In partnership with the CFOO & HR Director, develop, implement, administer, and maintain benefits programs, policies, and procedures.
2. Assist the HR Director in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing laws and regulations and updates to legal requirements.
3. Manage the onboarding process for all new employees and rehires, including preparing and collecting new hire paperwork, background checks, E-Verify, and employee orientation schedules and delivering orientation to new hires related to company policies and culture.
4. Maintain all employee records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations and other HR administration and system requirements. File all required federal and state reporting in on time, ensuring accuracy with data.
5. Prepare and submit appropriate documentation for terminating employees, including exit paperwork, cancelling payroll deductions, and cancelling coverage through benefit vendors.
6. Prepare for and implement benefit enrollment for all eligible employees using the HRIS system, UKG, including developing appropriate forms when required. Forward all necessary enrollments to the appropriate benefit providers in a timely manner.
7. Review and audit monthly invoices from benefit plan providers for accuracy in billing and accuracy in enrollment. Process payment of invoices in a timely manner.
8. Advocate for employees as needed regarding any benefit or claims issues/discrepancies that arise.
9. Throughout the year, educate, promote, and provide ongoing support to employees related to benefits and leave.
10. Oversee the following recruiting functions: Set-up & conduct pre-screen calls, schedule interviews, & administer any required tests. Assist HR Director with reviewing resumes.
11. Provide monthly statistical data to the VP & HR Director to include information about staffing, hiring, turnover, training, budgets, and HR-related activities.
12. Manage all FMLA, work comp, and disability claims. File appropriate paperwork as required to maintain employee eligibility for benefits.
13. Maintain expertise about the functions of HK’s HRIS system and use it to manage, analyze, and report on employee data, ensuring clean data.
14. Work with HR Director & CFO to negotiate and prepare proposal to CEO with recommendations for annual benefit renewals. Research alternative ancillary benefit products that would enhance our current offerings.
15. Conduct research and prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

1. Evaluate existing benefits programs again peer organizations to determine competitiveness, trends, and developments, making appropriate recommendations.
2. Regularly attend webinars, seminars, and conferences to stay current on all HR-related topics.
3. Organize and conduct bi-monthly blood drive through Community Blood Services of Illinois.
4. Organize and conduct annual United Way Fund Drive with the assistance of the Payroll Administrative Specialist.
5. Present all-company information sessions about company benefits and the tools available to manage them.
6. Assist the HR Group Director by administering pre-employment testing, conducting tours, and participating in interviews as needed.
7. Organize and implement HK committee functions that were not assumed by the EOC: Annual Flu Shot Clinic, Kenyon Road Cleanup, Annual Book/Gift Fair to benefit Cunningham Children’s Home, Annual HK Holiday Bazaar, Money Smart Week presentations, etc.
8. Oversee the Thrive Program for HK Staff: Designing challenges, marketing the program, tracking activities/points, and arranging payouts for prizes.
9. Ensure continuous communication with staff through Teams, InfoK, and email to provide information pertaining to upcoming events, notifications, and other HR items.

Job Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Human Resources. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree and 5+ years of dedicated Human Resources benefit experience will be accepted.

Society for for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certified Professional (CP), Senior Certified Professional (SCP), Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification strongly preferred.

Required Experience:

3+ years of dedicated Human Resources experience required, with experience managing benefits and the open enrollment process.

Experience overseeing paperwork and processes for FMLA, short-term disability, long-term disability, and unemployment claims.

Administrator experience with a HRIS, preferably UKG Pro.

Must have experience processing new hire paperwork, conducting background checks, and using E-Verify.

Required Competencies

High level of confidentiality, professionalism, attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and excellent communication and presentation skills required.

In addition, the following are required competencies:

Computer literacy

Continuous learning

Customer Focus

Data gathering and analysis

Initiative

Interpersonal understanding

Leadership

Negotiating

Organizational awareness

Planning and organizing

Results orientation

Self-confidence

Sociability and networking

Strategic thinking

Technical expertise and usage

Written Communication

Integrity

Resourcefulness

Effort

Respect

Teamwork

Stewardship

Job Demands:

Office Equipment: Frequent phone and computer use. Rare use of copier, scanner, or badge computer/printer.

Mental Demands: Frequent problem-solving, decision-making, reading, writing, and organizational skills required. Occasional data interpretation and negotiation skills are required.

Working Conditions: Indoor, office environment.

Physical Demands: Frequent sitting, occasional standing and walking, and rare driving, carrying, or lifting required.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.