Human Resources Specialist with MN Timberwolves & Lynx in Minneapolis · MN

  MN Timberwolves & Lynx
  West Region
  Sports Services
  Posted/Updated: 12/03/19

Job Summary

Why Join the Pack?At this organization, we do things a bit differently. We're not your typical sports franchise pouring all of our focus into the playing stage. We're about uniting together to push the culture forward, challenge the status quo, and accomplish things most didn't think was possible! Whether you're blazing trails in ticket sales, creating for our brands, or using your passion to elevate our vision, your contributions will always shine bright. Together, we are on a journey where chasing greatness is constant and breaking new grounds is a norm.

Position Summary/Objective: The HR Specialist is responsible for all facets of the recruiting, selection, hiring, and onboarding process throughout our franchises. 
What would you do?
We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:
  Manage the recruitment and onboarding process for all full and part-time employees.
  Partner with hiring managers to determine staffing needs.
  Screen resumes and interview applicants. Make recommendations for hire and deliver offers of employment.
  Create and implement a digital recruiting strategy that includes company website, social media outlets, and online recruitment resources.
  Manage new hire, personnel changes, and other miscellaneous data entry in the HRMS.
  Administer new hire reporting and other related compliance reporting.
  Respond to unemployment claims within a required timeline.
  Manage employee and player workers compensation claims.
  Lead employee engagement and retention efforts including new hire check-ins, Associate engagement programming, employee communications, anniversary award distribution and data collection.
  Assist Human Resources team with miscellaneous projects as assigned.
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.
What are your proficiencies or equivalent experiences?
  Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
  Ability to work with various departments and foster teamwork.
  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  Strong computer skills required (including experience with a HRMS, Outlook, Microsoft Word       and Excel preferred).
  Ability to learn new tasks quickly.
Other important information about the job:
EEO Statement: The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx embraces diversity and inclusion, and are proud to be an equal employment opportunity organization. We care deeply for all of our employees, products, and community.

E-Verify Statement: We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to prove that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot prove this, we will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action might be taken against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.Apply today for your chance to interview!



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