Job Description

Where great hiring, strong processes, and real culture come together.

What You’ll Do

You will play a critical role in ensuring a consistent, high-quality employee experience by helping manage key people operations processes. This includes driving the hiring workflow, managing onboarding workflows and employee lifecycle milestones, and overseeing contractor and event staff payments. You will bring structure and accountability while maintaining HR compliance and administrative standards, and supporting engagement programs that reinforce our culture. This role is centered on operational excellence and reliability to ensure timely and effective outcomes for our people and our business.

You're a fit if you are:

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and take pride in getting the small things right without losing sight of the bigger picture,
• Proactive, follow through on commitments, and hold others accountable with professionalism and clarity, and
• Comfortable managing multiple workflows at once, enjoy creating structure, and care deeply about delivering a consistent, people-first experience grounded in strong processes and compliance.
• Excited to work a flexible, hybrid schedule. Joining the Business Operations team in the Minnesota office a couple of days a week to maximize our time and collaboration together.

Who We Are

Prep Network is a sports company that connects high school athletes with college coaches. Through our nine brands, we publish over 4,000 articles each month and actively scout talented athletes across the U.S. We aim to discover and promote promising prospects who aspire to play at the collegiate level.

In addition to our content, Prep Network is the top event operator in the U.S., hosting 200+ tournaments annually. We offer a combination of top-tier competitions and extensive media exposure for attending teams. Our 250+ showcases each year provide a platform for over 10,000+ prospects to compete in front of colleges, scouts, and media outlets.

We’re pumped to have been named one of the "Best Places to Work" by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for four years running, and to land a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Prep Network isn’t your average sports company—we’re all about helping student-athletes succeed and creating an awesome workplace.

Core Responsibilities

• HR Compliance & Administration. Manage HR compliance processes accurately and in a timely fashion, including state registrations, new hire reporting, workers’ compensation reporting, required training tracking, and payroll compliance audits.
• Payroll Coordination. Owning the end-to-end payment process for event staff and contractors. Serve as the primary point of coordination between operations, payroll, and finance.
• Hiring Operations & Alignment. Own the day-to-day execution of the hiring process, including job postings, applicant flow, candidate communication, screening calls, reference checks, and maintaining workflow in JazzHR.
• Employee Lifecycle. Manage onboarding workflows and employee lifecycle processes, including new hire setup and coordination of reviews. Ensuring employees and managers stay on track with key milestones and expectations.
• Employee Engagement. Execute key employee engagement and recognition programs. Support initiatives that strengthen culture, improve retention, and enhance the employee experience.

Must-Haves in a Candidate

• Emerging HR & Compliance Knowledge. Strong foundational knowledge of HR compliance, including exposure to multi-state regulations, payroll practices, and 1099 contractor management. You’re confident in navigating details, asking the right questions, and taking pride in getting things right.
• Relevant Experience 3-5 years of experience in HR, People Operations, or a related field, ideally in a fast-paced or small-team environment with hands-on exposure to hiring, onboarding, and compliance.
• Hiring & Lifecycle Experience. Experience supporting or owning hiring workflows and key employee lifecycle processes, with a focus on consistency, follow-through, and a strong candidate and employee experience.
• Trusted Communicator & Culture Carrier. Clear, professional communicator who builds trust easily and shows up as a reliable, positive presence for employees, managers, and candidates alike.
• Operational Excellence & Ownership Mindset. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, create structure, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. You take ownership and follow things through to completion.
• Tech-Savvy & Systems-Oriented. Comfortable working across HR and productivity tools (HRIS platforms like Paycor or similar, Excel, Google Workspace, Asana, Slack), with the ability to maintain clean, reliable systems.

Nice-to-Haves in a Candidate

• Experience supporting multi-state employees or 1099 contractor workflows, including a basic understanding of varying state requirements.
• Experience helping implement, optimize, or improve HR systems and workflows (HRIS, ATS, onboarding processes, etc.).
• Proactive, resourceful, and motivated to take ownership without needing constant direction.
• Able to think critically, navigate ambiguity, and find practical solutions quickly.
• Familiarity with EOS frameworks and operating in a structured, accountability-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, HR Certification, or demonstrated investment in growing HR knowledge and expertise.

Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Only U.S. citizens will be considered for this role at this time.

Benefits and Perks
At Prep Network, we take pride in our culture and our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace. Here are some of the benefits and perks you can expect when you join our team:

• Hybrid Flexibility.Enjoy the option of a hybrid work situation at the MN HQ office a few days a week, working with a collaborative team, and a flexible schedule that promotes work-life balance.
• Vibrant Culture Prep Network has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for four years running, thanks to our vibrant and inclusive culture. We’re passionate about bringing on board curious, self-motivated individuals who work hard and genuinely enjoy their work.
• Autonomy. We trust our team members to excel in their roles. Rather than micromanaging, we provide you with the tools and processes you need for success, giving you the freedom to bring your role to life and make a meaningful impact.
• Professional Growth. We prioritize your professional development. We actively support and encourage you to invest in your personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits. Prep Network offers a range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. These include comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) plan with Safe Harbor matching, long-term disability coverage, and Basic Life Insurance.
• Competitive Compensation. Targeted salary is $60,000 to $75,000. The starting salary will depend on the skills and applicable experience you bring to this role.

Prep Network's success is driven by its people. By hiring and supporting A-players, you will directly influence the experience of thousands of athletes and coaches we serve annually. Join our dynamic team, where we value your individuality, foster professional growth, and provide a diverse range of benefits. Discover a workplace where you can thrive, learn, and make a meaningful impact on our shared journey.