Associate, People Management Jobs

The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.
LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what’s next through sport, community and the power of our differences.
The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community’s diversity and creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.
The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors.
Our Vision is to collectively create what’s next by harnessing sport, community and the power of our differences. Our Mission is to create an unparalleled Paralympic and Olympic Games for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people.
Values and Behaviors:

• Inclusion – We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are
• Co-Creation – We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs
• Optimism – Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact
• Integrity – We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn’t easy

Associate, People Management:
The LA28 People Management (PEM) team is looking for a candidate that is organized, a quick learner, and has an interest in growing within the HR practice. In this role, you'll get hands-on experience in all aspects of HR, functioning as a true HR generalist. You'll have the chance to work on diverse tasks, from employee engagement programming to managing HRIS systems and providing crucial administrative support for training.
As a PEM Associate, you'll be at the forefront of driving our inclusion practices, making a significant impact across the organization. You'll collaborate closely with our team to create an inclusive and vibrant workplace for all.
This is a role that offers plenty of opportunities to broaden your HR knowledge and skills, while also providing crucial support for day-to-day HR activities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with creating internal communication plans and trainings
• Maintain and update organization charts as needed.
• Other duties include ad-hoc research and special projects as needed.
• Serve as change agent in support of PEM initiatives and department strategies
• Execute employee recognition programming
• Assist with onboarding/offboarding process
• Organize event logistics for employee engagement, DEIB initiatives, and professional development
• Proactively identify opportunities and assess improvements to the employee experience and partner with the PEM team to develop and implement innovative and lasting solutions
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits
• Lead new hire orientation
• Provide day-to-day operational support to employees and managers
• Maintain day-to-day administration within the Workday system
• Leverage HR policies, programs, and practices to create and maintain a positive, high performing work environment

Background & Qualifications:

• 2- years of HR experience preferred,
• Ability to facilitate HR and People related work through a DEIB lens
• Experience with HR metrics and data storytelling
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft tools, DocuSign and/or other data visualization tools (power point, google slides, etc.)
• Desire to bring fresh ideas around building culture and inclusion
• Proven capability of working with department partners to implement and audit HR programs, initiatives, systems, policies, and procedures
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion around sensitive topics
• Proficient in Workday
• Demonstrated commitment to DEIB

Preferred:

• Previous experience with Greenhouse
• Familiarity with Smartsheet or similar project management system

Expectations:

• Challenger Mindset – Inclination to drive ongoing improvement in people and process
• Flexible Approach – Ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself over the next 5 years

Submission Requirements:

• Resume

LA28 / USOPP does not provide relocation assistance.
The annual base salary range for this position is $68,000 - $78,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.
LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.