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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Macomb, IL
Category: Faculty Positions
Job Type: FT - Continuous
Posted On: Fri May 15 2026
Job Description:
APPOINTMENT: Full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning August 2026
Responsibilities: The School of Accounting and Business Administration in the College of Business, Health, and Community Professions invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Human Resource Management. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate instruction in both traditional in-person and online formats in the areas detailed below. A minimum teaching load of 3/3 is required. Candidates are expected to maintain an active research agenda consistent with AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification. Service to the School, College, University, profession, and community is expected, including engagement with external business and industry stakeholders.
RANK & SALARY: 9-month, tenure-track position $7,950 - $12,500 per month, commensurate with experience.
Western Illinois University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits.
These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans, (HMO's, OAP's, QCHP, and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts (HAS, MCAP, and DCAP), 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans.
Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.
Other benefits available to eligible employees include: paid time-off, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Waiver programs, and discounts to the local YMCA. For a full list of benefits as a WIU employee, please visit our Benefits Homepage: http://www.wiu.edu/human_resources/benefits/.
For questions on benefits, or eligibility, contact our benefits team at HR-Benefits@wiu.edu or by calling 309-298-1971.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- An earned Ph.D. in Human Resource Management or D.B.A. in Management (or a closely related field) from an AACSB-accredited business school. ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is expected prior to appointment.
- Demonstrated ability to teach Human Resource Management classes at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
- Demonstrated ability to teach in both in-person and online formats, with a commitment to high-quality, student-centered instruction.
- Demonstrated potential for maintaining Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification under AACSB standards, including an emerging or established program of peer-reviewed research.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching, research, and service.
- Commitment to student-centered teaching and applied learning.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Established record of high-quality scholarship in human resource management or related areas consistent with AACSB SA qualification.
- Independent teaching experience, including experience with online and technology-enhanced course delivery.
- Ability to contribute to curriculum development, program enhancement, and applied or experiential learning initiatives.
- Professional experience and/or HR certifications in supporting areas (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR).
- Demonstrated ability to engage with business and industry partners, support experiential learning, or advise student organizations.
For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Unless otherwise stated, the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
THE UNIVERSITY:
About WIU
Since 1899, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region. WIU-Macomb, IL: Western's traditional, residential main campus offers a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, and post-baccalaureate certificates. A diverse community in west central Illinois, Macomb features a unique blend of agriculture, industry, service, retail, education, and culture. Macomb serves as the county seat, with connections across the state with Amtrak providing twice-daily service from Macomb to Chicago (and points in-between). Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL).
WIU-Quad Cities: Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in Moline, Illinois, the WIU-Quad Cities campus is the only public four-year regional university that serves the Quad Cities region. Designed as a metropolitan commuter campus, WIU-Quad Cities offers select undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Moline is located just 80 miles north of the Macomb campus and is centered within a diverse, bi-state community of 383,000 that offers a broad range of cultural, social, and entertainment amenities and experiences, as well as varied businesses and industries.
Academics
More than 61 undergraduate degree programs, 41 graduate programs, two doctoral programs and 16 post-baccalaureate certificate programs prepare students for a successful career after graduation.
Student Resources
More than 200 student organizations at Western provide social, academic, recreation, athletics, service, academic, and many other opportunities for students to grow and learn, develop leadership skills, and much more. Numerous concerts, lectures, films, dance performances, cultural events and more are presented and performed each year, along with numerous major theatrical and dance productions and studio shows, and a variety of service-oriented projects and activities, all in a diverse and inclusive campus environment.
The Multicultural Center is home to four cultural and resource centers: The Gwendolyn Brooks, Casa Latina, the Women's Center, and the LGBT*QA Resource Center. These cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy.
WIU Intercollegiate Athletics
The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 17 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League.
Location: Macomb, IL
Category: Faculty Positions
Job Type: FT - Continuous
Posted On: Fri May 15 2026
Job Description:
APPOINTMENT: Full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning August 2026
Responsibilities: The School of Accounting and Business Administration in the College of Business, Health, and Community Professions invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Human Resource Management. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate instruction in both traditional in-person and online formats in the areas detailed below. A minimum teaching load of 3/3 is required. Candidates are expected to maintain an active research agenda consistent with AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification. Service to the School, College, University, profession, and community is expected, including engagement with external business and industry stakeholders.
RANK & SALARY: 9-month, tenure-track position $7,950 - $12,500 per month, commensurate with experience.
Western Illinois University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits.
These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans, (HMO's, OAP's, QCHP, and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts (HAS, MCAP, and DCAP), 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans.
Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.
Other benefits available to eligible employees include: paid time-off, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Waiver programs, and discounts to the local YMCA. For a full list of benefits as a WIU employee, please visit our Benefits Homepage: http://www.wiu.edu/human_resources/benefits/.
For questions on benefits, or eligibility, contact our benefits team at HR-Benefits@wiu.edu or by calling 309-298-1971.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- An earned Ph.D. in Human Resource Management or D.B.A. in Management (or a closely related field) from an AACSB-accredited business school. ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is expected prior to appointment.
- Demonstrated ability to teach Human Resource Management classes at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
- Demonstrated ability to teach in both in-person and online formats, with a commitment to high-quality, student-centered instruction.
- Demonstrated potential for maintaining Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification under AACSB standards, including an emerging or established program of peer-reviewed research.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching, research, and service.
- Commitment to student-centered teaching and applied learning.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Established record of high-quality scholarship in human resource management or related areas consistent with AACSB SA qualification.
- Independent teaching experience, including experience with online and technology-enhanced course delivery.
- Ability to contribute to curriculum development, program enhancement, and applied or experiential learning initiatives.
- Professional experience and/or HR certifications in supporting areas (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR).
- Demonstrated ability to engage with business and industry partners, support experiential learning, or advise student organizations.
For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Unless otherwise stated, the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
THE UNIVERSITY:
About WIU
Since 1899, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region. WIU-Macomb, IL: Western's traditional, residential main campus offers a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, and post-baccalaureate certificates. A diverse community in west central Illinois, Macomb features a unique blend of agriculture, industry, service, retail, education, and culture. Macomb serves as the county seat, with connections across the state with Amtrak providing twice-daily service from Macomb to Chicago (and points in-between). Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL).
WIU-Quad Cities: Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in Moline, Illinois, the WIU-Quad Cities campus is the only public four-year regional university that serves the Quad Cities region. Designed as a metropolitan commuter campus, WIU-Quad Cities offers select undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Moline is located just 80 miles north of the Macomb campus and is centered within a diverse, bi-state community of 383,000 that offers a broad range of cultural, social, and entertainment amenities and experiences, as well as varied businesses and industries.
Academics
More than 61 undergraduate degree programs, 41 graduate programs, two doctoral programs and 16 post-baccalaureate certificate programs prepare students for a successful career after graduation.
Student Resources
More than 200 student organizations at Western provide social, academic, recreation, athletics, service, academic, and many other opportunities for students to grow and learn, develop leadership skills, and much more. Numerous concerts, lectures, films, dance performances, cultural events and more are presented and performed each year, along with numerous major theatrical and dance productions and studio shows, and a variety of service-oriented projects and activities, all in a diverse and inclusive campus environment.
The Multicultural Center is home to four cultural and resource centers: The Gwendolyn Brooks, Casa Latina, the Women's Center, and the LGBT*QA Resource Center. These cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy.
WIU Intercollegiate Athletics
The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 17 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Human Resources Assistant
Match your credentials to specialty occupation standards
TN visa status requires your HR Assistant role to demand a relevant bachelor's degree, not just prefer one. Review the job description carefully and confirm the posting explicitly requires a degree in human resources, business administration, or a directly related field before applying.
Target employers with existing TN filing experience
Mid-size and enterprise companies with in-house HR departments and dedicated legal teams process TN petitions more smoothly than small employers encountering the visa category for the first time. Prioritize roles at firms with structured onboarding for cross-border hires.
Prepare a support letter highlighting relevant job duties
Your employer's TN support letter must describe the HR Assistant duties in language that aligns with TN classification requirements for professional roles. Generic HR role descriptions may face scrutiny at the port of entry or consulate. Ask the employer to specify degree-dependent tasks like benefits administration, HRIS management, or compliance reporting.
Search for sponsorship-ready openings using Migrate Mate
Not every HR Assistant posting will surface employers open to TN sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters for companies actively hiring TN-eligible candidates, so you spend time on roles with genuine sponsorship intent rather than screening hundreds of listings manually.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment before accepting any offer
Employers hiring TN workers must verify work authorization through E-Verify. Confirm the employer is enrolled before the offer stage, not after signing. If they aren't enrolled, factor in the time needed to complete registration before your start date.
Understand how Mexican TN differs from Canadian TN at the filing stage
Canadian HR professionals can apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry on the same day. Mexican nationals must schedule a consular interview, which adds several weeks to the timeline. Build that gap into your negotiated start date with the employer.
Human Resources Assistant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HR Assistant role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is structured. TN status under the USMCA requires the position to fall within a covered occupation and demand a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like human resources or business administration. If the job posting lists a degree as preferred rather than required, or if the duties don't genuinely require specialized knowledge, a USCIS officer can deny TN status at the border or consulate. The job offer letter and employer support letter have to make the degree requirement explicit.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Canadian and Mexican HR professionals?
TN is significantly more accessible for HR Assistant roles than H-1B visa. There's no annual lottery, no waiting period, and Canadians can receive TN status at the port of entry on the same day they apply. H-1B requires an employer to register you in a random lottery each spring, and cap-subject slots are limited. TN status is also renewable indefinitely in three-year increments as long as you maintain a qualifying employer relationship, making it a more predictable path for cross-border HR careers.
How can I find HR Assistant jobs where the employer will sponsor my TN visa?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. Most general job boards don't filter by TN sponsorship willingness, so you end up applying to roles where the employer has never considered hiring across the border. Migrate Mate surfaces HR Assistant openings from employers with demonstrated TN sponsorship intent, which cuts out the wasted applications and lets you focus your search on employers already set up to hire Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Can I change HR employers on TN status without losing work authorization?
Yes, but you need a new TN approval before starting with the new employer. TN status is employer-specific, so your authorization ends with that job relationship. Canadians can typically apply at the border with the new employer's offer letter and support documentation and receive same-day approval. Mexican nationals need to schedule a new consular appointment. Plan for this gap when negotiating your start date with a new employer.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a signed support letter on company letterhead that describes your HR Assistant role, explains how the position qualifies as a specialty occupation under USMCA, confirms the degree requirement, and states your start date and compensation. You'll also need proof of your qualifying degree, your passport, and the USCIS TN checklist documents. Mexican nationals additionally need a DS-160 form and consular appointment confirmation. Migrate Mate can help structure the employer letter to meet USCIS scrutiny standards.