Field Human Resources Coordinator

Blue River PetCare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible & Health Spending Accounts

Retirement plans with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Perks

Discounted gym memberships

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Blue River PetCare is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support their HR Field team in Chicago, IL. This role is vital in managing day-to-day HR operations across multiple sites, focusing on ensuring HR compliance and assisting with various HR processes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of HR experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities. Blue River PetCare offers competitive compensation, including a salary of $25 per hour, and a variety of benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of Human Resources experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Field team with daily operations.
• Maintain data integrity in HRIS.
• Process new hires, job changes, terminations.

Skills

Highly motivated and self-starter

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented

Strong organization skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Payroll/HRIS systems

Job description

The Human Resources Coordinator supports the HR Field team in delivering day-to-day HR operations across a multi-site environment. This role is a key resource for Practice Managers and employees, assisting with HR systems, compliance, and core HR processes. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Maintain data integrity of HRIS: data entry, audits, and ongoing quality control
• Process new hires, job changes, and terminations in HRIS, ensure accuracy and organizational structure alignment
• Audit HR processes, documentation, and regulatory requirements
• Provide clinic management with HRIS system direction
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of hospital operations
• Monitor employee compliance training, provide reporting and follow-up for timely completion
• Oversee compliance posting requirements and vendor management for required state, federal, local, and workers’ compensation postings
• Maintain and update practice-level contact directories
• Prepare reports, presentations, memorandums, proposals and correspondence
• Partner with Integrations team on entry of newly acquired clinic staff
• Respond to employee inquiries and requests in professional, timely, and service-oriented manner
• Process employment verification, unemployment claims, and employment-related documentation
• File necessary paperwork into personnel folders
• Distribute mass mailings and communication to employees
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be highly motivated self-starter with ability to take initiative and meet deadlines
• 1+ year of Human Resources experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be detail oriented with strong organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner is essentia
• Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding personnel information

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with Payroll/HRIS systems preferred

Education Requirements:

• Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree desired, preferably in Human Resources or related field

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time
• Occasionally move about the office to access file cabinets, supplies, and office machinery
• Frequently communicate with managers at remote locations using email and phone; must be able to exchange clear, accurate information
• Frequent keyboarding/use of computer for data entry
• Occasionally move equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds
• Frequently communicate and collaborate with co-workers in the office

Work Location: Chicago, IL

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $25 per hour

Blue River PetCare team members are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program.

Blue River PetCare offers the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible & Health Spending Accounts
• Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, and Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Perks with industry vendor partners, including deals on insurance, preventatives, food, and supplies
• Chicago CTA Transit Program Benefits
• Discounted gym memberships for local Chicago team members
• Childcare discounts with KinderCare
• Exclusive travel, entertainment, and retail discounts
• Hybrid and remote opportunities

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.