Human Resources Assistant at Glenn Zanders Fur & Sporting Goods INC – Sparta, Illinois

Zanders Sporting Goods, a family-owned wholesale distribution company in business for more than 50 years, is seeking a detail-oriented and approachable Human Resources Assistant to join our team. The HR Assistant will support the HR department with day-to-day administrative tasks, employee relations, and compliance processes. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, approachable, and eager to contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including preparing correspondence, reports, and employee files.
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including posting job openings, screening applicants, scheduling and conducting interviews.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring all paperwork and systems are accurately maintained.
• Help implement and track employee safety, training, and compliance programs.
• Maintain HR databases, records, and reports with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding company policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Assist with HR projects, employee engagement initiatives, and special assignments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Profit Sharing
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance
• Accident/Critical Illness Short/Long Term Disability
• PTO/Holiday Pay
• Employee Discounts (conditions apply)

EOE Statement

Zanders Sporting Goods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

• Previous HR or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; approachable and able to build trust with employees.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (preferred).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• FOID Card required; Illinois Residents.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb, stand or walk for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.