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Robert Half
HR Generalist
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What they do
A Human Resources Generalist provides overall operational support in a human resources department, including supporting employee relations, onboarding, benefits and leave management of a company or organization.
$68,473 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support our nonprofit client based in Cicero, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can balance employee support, daily HR operations, and consistent administrative follow-through. The role will contribute to onboarding, benefits coordination, employee relations, and HR data management while helping maintain a responsive and organized HR function. This position is fully on site and could potentially go contract to hire!
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day HR support by addressing employee questions, explaining policies, and helping resolve workplace concerns in a timely and thorough manner.
- Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including preparing documentation, guiding orientation steps, and ensuring required records are completed accurately.
- Administer core HR processes and maintain personnel documentation to support compliance, organization, and efficient workflow across the department.
- Assist with benefits-related activities by supporting enrollments, answering employee questions, and helping manage updates connected to coverage and eligibility.
- Maintain and update employee information within the HRIS to promote data accuracy, proper recordkeeping, and reliable reporting.
- Partner with managers and internal teams to support employee relations matters and encourage consistent application of company practices.
- Prepare HR forms, letters, and other administrative materials while tracking deadlines and following through on routine personnel actions.
- Contribute to process improvements and support HR-related operational changes when needed as part of ongoing departmental priorities.