Senior Human Resources Generalist

Circular Services; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Circular Services is seeking a highly motivated Senior Human Resources Generalist to foster a positive workplace culture in Normal, IL. This role involves supporting recruitment, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring legal compliance, while also addressing employee relations and HR administration.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for employee concerns and workplace conflict resolution.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS (ADP preferred)

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Human Resources Generalist/Recruiter to join our People Team in Normal, IL. This role plays a key part in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture by supporting recruitment efforts, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. You'll be a trusted partner to managers and employees, offering hands-on support to help individuals thrive throughout their employee journey.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee concerns and workplace conflict resolution in our Central Region
• Conduct internal investigations and document findings
• Advise managers on progressive discipline, performance improvement, and offboarding
• Coach managers through sensitive employee matters with empathy and consistency

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection for all Regions
• Partner with hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop job postings
• Coordinate and facilitate engaging new hire orientations and onboarding programs

HR Administration

• Support leaders in executing HR initiatives and organizational change efforts
• Administer leave of absence programs including FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee files and records in HRIS (preferably ADP)
• Process employee status changes, terminations, and other employment actions

Compliance

• Stay current with federal, state, and local employment laws and best practices
• Ensure HR policies and employee practices remain compliant and effectively communicated
• Assist in the development, implementation, and interpretation of HR policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar role
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Proactive, self-starter with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• High personal integrity, confidentiality, and ethical standards
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR certification
• Experience using HRIS/ATS systems, especially ADP Workforce Now
• Background in fast-paced, high-growth industries
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Additional Information:

• This is an on-site role requiring presence in the Normal, IL office at least 4 days per week
• Occasional travel required, up to 25%
• Physical requirements include frequent sitting, standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs)
• Must be comfortable with standard office environments and moderate noise levels

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Environmental Services and Air, Water, and Waste Program Management

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Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

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