HR Specialist

Hesed House; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Generous PTO

Counseling services

Wellness reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Hesed House in Aurora, IL is seeking an HR Specialist to support the employee lifecycle for approximately 85 staff. This full-time role involves managing recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration in a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of HR experience, preferably in nonprofit services. The position offers flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits, including insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of human resources experience, ideally in recruiting and benefits administration.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for various roles.
• Coordinate background checks and eligibility verification.
• Lead new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Support payroll administration and employee benefits navigation.
• Track training and certifications for employees.

Skills

Recruiting

Employee onboarding

Benefits administration

Confidential record management

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

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HR Specialist

Full Time Aurora, IL, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1096

Salary Range: $54,000.00 To $63,000.00 Annually

Full-Time

Program: Operations

Pay: $54,000-$63,000

Hesed House is a faith-based organization and a national model for ending homelessness. Open 24/7, 365 days a year, we serve more than 1,000 people annually through shelter, supportive housing, and a Comprehensive Resource Center.

Our mission: “To feed the hungry, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless, and give people the chance to have hope again.”

The Role

Our staff make the mission possible, and you'll make their experience better. Reporting to the Division Director of Operations you'll support the full employee lifecycle, from hiring and onboarding to benefits, training, and recognition, for a team of approximately 85 employees who keep our doors open around the clock.

This is a great fit for an HR professional who wants broad, hands-on experience in a mission-driven setting. You'll work closely with program directors and managers and serve as a trusted, go-to resource for staff.

What you'll do:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for frontline, program, and administrative roles, partnering with hiring managers from posting through offer


• Coordinate background checks, DCFS clearances, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification


• Lead new hire orientation and create a consistent onboarding experience across programs and shifts


• Help plan and run employee recognition and engagement programs


• Support day-to-day administration of payroll inputs, benefits enrollment, and leave, and help employees navigate their benefits


• Track required training, certifications, and licensures, and follow up to keep staff current


• Answer employee and applicant questions, escalating sensitive matters to HR leadership


• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records in ADP Workforce Now and prepare routine HR reports


• Other duties as assigned

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

• Are organized, detail-oriented, and good at juggling priorities and deadlines


• Communicate clearly and warmly with people at every level


• Use sound judgment and handle confidential information with integrity


• Want your work to support a meaningful mission

What you Bring

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field


• 2-3 years of human resources experience, ideally including recruiting and benefits administration


• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning HRIS and applicant tracking systems


• SHRM-CP or PHR, nonprofit or human services experience preferred, Spanish/English bilingual skills a plus

What Success Looks Like

In your first year, you'll become a trusted resource for staff and managers, keep hiring moving for critical roles, and help make onboarding and training tracking more consistent and efficient across our programs.

Schedule

Full-time and onsite in Aurora, IL, generally 9 to 5PM, with occasional flexibility to support staff across shifts in our 24/7 operation.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, starting your first full month


• Retirement plan with employer match


• Generous PTO, including vacation, personal days, and holidays


• Counseling and therapy services


• Wellness reimbursement and cell phone reimbursement