HR Culture Programs Specialist

Ait-Worldwide-Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a HR Culture Programs Specialist to design, implement, and coordinate programs that strengthen our culture, employee engagement, and community impact. Reporting to the HR Culture Programs Manager, you will collaborate with HR teammates, ESG partners, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and accurate reporting of program outcomes.

The role emphasizes core values, DEIB initiatives, recognition programs, event planning, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, communications, public relations, or related field is required.
• Minimum 2 years in HR, employee engagement, community relations, event planning, or a related role.

Responsibilities

• Support culture and engagement initiatives, including recognition programs and employee events.
• Coordinate community engagement activities, volunteering metrics, and partnerships.
• Collaborate with HR, ESG partners and stakeholders to ensure timely execution.
• Assist with project timelines, documentation, and meeting materials.
• Gather feedback and propose improvements to engagement and community programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Excel

HRIS (Paylocity)

Stakeholder collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR / Communications / PR or related field

Tools

Excel

Paylocity HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us! Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.

Overview

The HR Culture Programs Specialist supports the design, implementation, and coordination of programs that strengthen AIT's culture, employee engagement, and community impact. Reporting to the HR Culture Programs Manager, this role helps deliver global initiatives aligned with AIT's core values—focusing on employee experience, recognition, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement. The specialist collaborates with HR teammates, ESG partners, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of initiatives and accurate reporting of program outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Culture & Engagement Support
  • Assist with the execution of the Core Value Index Survey and support communication of results.
  • Coordinate recognition programs, cultural campaigns, and teammate engagement events.
  • Provide administrative and logistical support for DEIB initiatives and Employee Resource Groups.
  • Draft communications and help maintain the HR communications calendar.
• Community Engagement Support
  • Support AIT Cares by administering the Benevity giving platform, tracking volunteer metrics, and recognizing teammate participation.
  • Help coordinate global and regional community outreach events, including volunteer opportunities and nonprofit partnerships.
  • Partner with community captains to gather updates and provide support for local engagement initiatives.
  • Assist with reporting requirements for community and corporate responsibility programs.
• Collaboration & Coordination
  • Work closely with HR teammates, ESG partners, and business stakeholders to ensure initiatives are implemented successfully.
  • Provide support for project timelines, documentation, and event logistics.
  • Help with meeting preparation, presentation materials, and follow-up communication.
• Continuous Improvement & Feedback
  • Gather feedback from teammates and event participants to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Suggest enhancements to engagement and community programs based on data and observations.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $65,180.00-$97,760.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Human Resources, Communications, Public Relations, or related field (Required)

Experience

2+ years HR, employee engagement, community relations, event planning, or related role (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Organizational and project coordination skills. High
• Written and verbal communication ability. High
• Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Excel and HRIS platforms (Paylocity a plus). High
• Collaborating across teams and building relationships with diverse stakeholders. Medium
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities. High

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.