HR - Office Support

Tasc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A social impact organization in Chicago is seeking a full-time HR Administrative Assistant to provide vital operational support to the Human Resources department. Responsibilities include managing onboarding processes, maintaining employee files, and assisting in recruitment activities. The ideal candidate will have administrative experience, strong organizational skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This position offers a starting salary of $39,000 - $41,000 based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of administrative or HR support experience preferred.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR team.
• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain confidential employee personnel files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Basic HR practices knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Career Opportunities with Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities

At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities), our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management™, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!

Summary:

The HR Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the Human Resources department, ensuring efficient HR operations and a positive employee experience. This role assists with day-to-day HR functions including onboarding, personnel records, compliance support, and employee communications, while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

We are currently looking for a full-time HR – Office Support
Starting at $39,000 - $41,000 – contingent upon experience, education, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR team, including scheduling meetings, assisting with the quarterly newsletter, etc.
• Assist with new employee onboarding and offboarding processes (paperwork, orientation materials, system access coordination)
• Receives and distributes office mail.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files (electronic and paper)
• Support recruitment activities such as posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates
• Assist with benefits administration tasks, including enrollment support and employee inquiries
• Track and maintain HR data such as employee changes and training records
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and HR-related documentation as needed
• Maintains employee confidence and protects operations by keeping human resources information confidential.
• Provides guidance regarding HR policies, procedures and benefits to employees and/or job applicants.
• Prepares and distributes the monthly birthday and anniversary cards to employees.
• Maintains and develops positive working relationships with employees, vendors and HR Team.
• Respond to routine employee questions and direct more complex inquiries to appropriate HR team
• Assist with compliance-related activities, audits, and reporting requirements
• Support HR initiatives, trainings, and employee engagement activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Our Ideal candidate:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or coursework in Human Resources,
• Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• One to three years of administrative or HR support experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic HR practices and employment laws is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and HRIS systems
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Our benefits package includes:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Flexible Spending

Paid Leave - STD/LTD

Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating Holiday

Tuition Reimbursement

If you are interested in this position, please visit the TASC website at www.tasc.org and apply online.

TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. The agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law.