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Reports To: SVP, Human Resources

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: N/A - SkillBridge

Application Deadline: Rolling application

Work Location: New Orleans and Kenner, Louisiana

Our Mission and Your Impact

The New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and Laketown Squadron proudly represent the NFL, NBA, and G-League using our platform to uplift the Gulf Coast and create lasting community impact. Rooted in the vibrant spirit of New Orleans, we celebrate diversity, embrace culture, and unite people through the power of sports. Guided by our core values—community, teamwork, celebrating individuality, people first, integrity, and excellence—we foster an inclusive culture and seek people who share these values to help strengthen the bond between our teams and the city we call home.

Position Summary:

We are seeking SKILLBRIDGE ELIGIBLE candidates to join our Human Resources team!

**Only transitioning military / SkillBridge eligible candidates will be considered for this position.**

We are seeking an outgoing Human Resources and/or Talent Acquisition SkillBridger to join our small human resources department. This position will interface with hundreds of candidates and employees to ensure they have the best possible experience, both as a candidate, but also once hired. This position is based in office full-time in Metairie, LA.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Please note that the SkillBridge opportunity will be tailored to the selected candidate, and the role may not encompass every responsibility outlined below.

Talent Acquisition

• Support the full-cycle recruitment process, including drafting job descriptions and partnering with hiring managers and leadership to define role scope and leveling
• Create and manage requisitions, review resumes, and screen candidates
• Guide hiring managers through the interview process and serve as the primary point of contact for candidates
• Assist leaders through the offer approval process, ensuring alignment with compensation ranges and internal equity

Onboarding & Orientation

• Guide candidates and new hires through the onboarding process and assist with onboarding administration (HireRight, drug screening, I9)
• Lead new hire orientation for employees across all levels, including part-time, seasonal, full-time, and interns

HR Systems Administration (Ceridian Dayforce HRIS)

• Process employee transactions (e.g., salary changes, promotions, restructures) in Dayforce, partnering closely with Finance and Payroll to ensure accuracy
• Maintain Dayforce as the system of record for all employee and personnel data

Employee Engagement

• Support initiatives that foster a positive employee experience, including volunteer programs, clubs, activities, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Training & Development

• Assist in enhancing and expanding training programs, including management training and leadership development
• Support the annual performance management process through reporting, data analysis, and coaching managers on best practices

What You’ll Bring:

• You are transitioning out of the military and are currently eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Sport Management, Psychology or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in recruiting and/or human resources
• Strong customer service skills; ability to interact with candidates and employees effectively by phone, email, and in person
• Ability to work well in a small, collaborative team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to work nights/weekends/flexible schedule as needed based on the NFL and NBA schedules
• Self-starter that requires minimal supervision and can provide vendor oversight for assigned projects

All Candidates Should Have:

• Commitment to community and a people-first mindset
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to celebrate individuality and value diverse perspectives
• High integrity and a proactive, solutions-oriented “winning” mindset

Applications must be submitted online. Please do not mail or email resumes to the Saints/Pelicans. All qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or by email. Please do not contact the Saints/Pelicans Human Resources or Hiring Manager to check the status of your application. When applying, please be sure your updated contact information is provided.

The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans ("Teams") are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for candidates and employees regardless of their membership in any protected classifications. The Teams will not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, and pregnancy), religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and/or any other legally protected class under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This anti-discrimination policy applies with respect to all employment decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, discipline, and discharge. The Teams are committed to equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act and state law.  If you feel you need an accommodation for a disability, please inform us.  Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.  If you request an accommodation, it is essential that you participate fully in the interactive process.