Human Resources Coordinator

Kane Forest; Geneva (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits package

Job summary

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is seeking an HR Coordinator to manage day-to-day employee experiences including recruitment, onboarding, benefits coordination, and recognition. This role supports process improvements, technology use, and compliance, serving as a resource for employees, applicants, and the public.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Management, or related field and 1–3 years of HR experience, including maintaining electronic records and HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Management, or related field.
• 1–3 years of HR experience, including electronic records and HR systems.
• Equivalent education/experience; HR certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day functions related to recruitment, onboarding, benefits coordination, and recognition.
• Support process improvements, technology utilization, and compliance efforts.
• Serve as a resource for employees, applicants, and the public.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Benefits coordination

HR systems

Confidentiality

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Management, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is seeking a knowledgeable, approachable, and organized HR Coordinator to join our team. This position is responsible for the day-to-day functions of employee experiences, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits coordination, and recognition. This position leverages general human resources skills to support process improvements, technology utilization, and compliance efforts. The individual in this role serves as a resource for employees, applicants, and the public. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with people, can handle confidential information with care, wants to learn and develop their skills, and is comfortable balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field and one to three years of human resources experience, including responsibility for maintaining electronic employee records and HR systems. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. HR Certification or equivalent preferred but not required based upon experience. Open until filled; first review of applicants will take place September 2 nd .

This is a full-time non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $31.22 - $40.96 per hour (annual salary range of $64,938-$85,204) with a starting rate of $31.22 - $33.62 per hour (annual salary of $64,938-$69,931) DOQ, plus eligibility for the District’s full-time benefits package.

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County provides equal employment opportunities and actively supports veterans in the workplace.

Attachments (1)

Human Resources Coordinator Final August 2026.pdf