Human Resources Executive

eTeam; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR services provider in Normal, Illinois, seeks a Tier 1 HR Support Specialist to serve employee inquiries across various HR topics. The role entails handling case management using tools like ServiceNow and Workday, ensuring quality and timely responses while maintaining confidentiality. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in HR shared services, exhibit strong communication skills, and be capable of adapting in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to employee experiences and improve HR processes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in HR shared services or employee/customer support.
• Fluency with HRIS and ticketing systems.
• Clear, empathetic communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and judgment with sensitive information.
• Ability to adapt and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Tier 1 support for employee inquiries.
• Own end-to-end case handling, triaging and resolving cases.
• Use HR systems to manage records and transactions.
• Create clarity using templates and knowledge articles.
• Identify risks and escalate when necessary.
• Support lifecycle moments with a good employee experience.
• Meet quality standards and maintain confidentiality.
• Continuously improve support processes.

Skills

HR shared services experience

Communication

Systems fluency (ServiceNow, Workday)

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

ServiceNow

Workday

iCIMS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serve as Tier 1 support for employee inquiries across benefits, payroll, pay programs, people systems, policy, and general HR topics—via case, chat, and occasional walk-ups.
• Own end-to-end case handling: triage, diagnose, resolve or route; document clearly; close the loop on time and in full.
• Use our tools confidently, working in case management and HR systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Workday, iCIMS or similar) to research, process transactions, and keep records accurate.
• Create clarity at scale by leveraging response templates and knowledge articles; propose updates to keep content current and easy to follow.
• Escalate well: identify risk, apply judgment, and partner with COEs/People Partners when issues need Tier 2 support.
• Support lifecycle moments (e.g., onboarding tasks, employment changes, offboarding steps) with accuracy, urgency, and a great employee experience.
• Meet quality and timeliness standards (SLA, CSAT, first-contact resolution) while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
• Continuously improve: flag trends, eliminate root causes, and suggest process or automation opportunities that make support faster and clearer.

What you’ll bring

• 2+ years in HR shared services, People Operations, or high-volume employee/customer support.
• Systems fluency with HRIS and ticketing (ServiceNow, Workday, iCIMS or comparable tools).
• Clear, empathetic communication—you simplify complexity, document well, and tailor your message to the audience.
• Sound judgment and discretion with sensitive information; strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Bias for action in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment; you prioritize, adapt, and finish strong.
• Bonus: experience in benefits or payroll support; knowledge base authoring; contact center/chat workflows; shift flexibility during peak cycles.