<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Director to support a university environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a strong HR professional who can manage both complex employee matters and day-to-day HR support, while working effectively in a manual environment. The person in this role must be comfortable stepping into a wide variety of HR situations, providing practical support, building trust quickly, and helping the organization navigate change.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Serve as an HR Business Partner for an assigned client group, providing support across a broad range of HR areas.</li><li>Manage employee relations matters, including complex cases, investigations, documentation, and partnership with legal.</li><li>Lead the ADA reasonable accommodation process from start to finish, including the interactive process and related documentation.</li><li>Advise leaders on performance management, coaching, and performance improvement plans.</li><li>Support workforce planning, reorganizations, and other organizational changes.</li><li>Assist with change management efforts related to implementations.</li><li>Handle both strategic HRBP work and day-to-day HR issues in a non-siloed environment.</li><li>Perform administrative HR work in a highly manual environment with non-integrated systems.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation across HR activities.</li><li>Provide recruiting or offer support as needed.</li><li>Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.</li><li>May provide guidance to HR Managers, depending on business need.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an HR Recruiter to support high-volume hiring for a manufacturing environment in Bridgeview, Illinois. This contract opportunity is fully onsite and focuses on attracting and evaluating skilled trades and hourly workforce talent across multiple locations. The person in this role will partner closely with hiring leaders, manage interview coordination, and keep recruitment activity organized through modern sourcing and tracking tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for high-volume manufacturing and labor openings, including mechanics, millwrights, production employees, general labor staff, and driver-related positions.</p><p>• Identify, screen, and assess candidates to determine alignment with role requirements, work environment, and hiring priorities.</p><p>• Conduct virtual interviews using Microsoft Teams and guide applicants through the selection process in a thorough and timely manner.</p><p>• Coordinate interview schedules and arrange meetings between candidates and hiring managers across multiple sites, including Bridgeview and other operating locations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate candidate records, application updates, and hiring activity within an applicant tracking system.</p><p>• Communicate consistently with managers to clarify staffing needs, provide candidate updates, and support efficient hiring decisions.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Outlook to organize recruiting activity, track progress, and manage scheduling.</p><p>• Support hiring for union and hourly positions while ensuring recruiting practices remain consistent, responsive, and well documented.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $24/hr. to $44/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.</p>