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6 results for Senior Hr Generalist in Vernon Hills, IL

Sr. HR Generalist

Cicero, IL
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Contract HR Operations Specialist / HR Generalist for a 60-day engagement to provide tactical HR support and help shift administrative responsibilities away from HR leadership so they can focus on more strategic priorities. This role is best suited for someone with strong HR operations/generalist experience, hands-on Workday expertise, and the ability to work effectively with both senior leadership and frontline/manufacturing employees. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage HRIS transactions in Workday, including:</li><li>Creating requisitions</li><li>Processing job changes</li><li>Supporting employee movement workflows</li><li>Assisting with recall-from-layoff transactions</li><li>Following established scripts and SOPs for consistency and accuracy</li><li>Assist with exit interviews and related offboarding processes</li><li>Handle fraudulent unemployment claims in ADP by collecting and submitting required information</li><li>Gather information related to employee complaints and escalate appropriately to HR leadership</li><li>Support common policy and employee questions, including leave-related inquiries, within a unionized employee population</li><li>Partner with HR leadership and the HR Business Partner to ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations</li></ul>
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

Chicago, IL
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Temporary to Hire
38 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join a growing team in a fully onsite, contract-to-permanent role. This position will support a broad range of human resources activities, including employee relations, onboarding, compliance, HR administration, and recruiting support, while partnering closely with leaders across the organization. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong executive presence, and a proactive approach to improving processes and delivering high-quality employee support. Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day support across core human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, policy administration, and general HR operations. • Partner with managers and internal stakeholders to assist with recruiting activities, candidate coordination, and talent acquisition efforts. • Help ensure HR practices align with applicable employment laws, company policies, and compliance standards. • Maintain accurate employee records and HR data within Workday and other HRIS tools, supporting reporting and documentation needs. • Contribute to benefits-related administration and respond to employee questions regarding HR programs and processes. • Support special projects and cross-functional HR initiatives, including process improvements and future system implementation activities as needed. • Serve as a dependable resource for employees and leaders by addressing questions with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join a consulting organization on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role is suited for a resourceful HR specialist with relevant experience who can operate across the full employee lifecycle while also handling complex people matters with sound judgment. The ideal candidate brings a balanced background in HR operations and strategic partnership, with confidence supporting managers, addressing employee relations concerns, and helping deliver a strong employee experience in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities: • Advise managers and employees on workplace matters, including performance concerns, policy interpretation, and employee relations issues. • Lead onboarding activities for new hires and help ensure a smooth and organized start-to-employment experience. • Administer core HR processes and maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and day-to-day human resources support. • Partner with leadership to provide coaching on people management practices, team dynamics, and employee performance discussions. • Support benefits-related activities by assisting employees with questions, coordinating enrollments, and helping resolve issues as needed. • Use HRIS platforms such as Workday to manage employee data, support reporting needs, and promote process accuracy. • Contribute to the execution of HR programs and initiatives that strengthen compliance, consistency, and employee engagement. • Work effectively in a hybrid setting with regular on-site presence in the Chicago office three to four days per week.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
30.4 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers an opportunity to work within a nonprofit organization, supporting a diverse workforce of employees, interns, volunteers, and contractors. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in employee relations, union negotiations, and payroll operations, while demonstrating a proactive and customer-focused approach to HR management. Responsibilities: • Manage employee relations, addressing concerns and resolving workplace issues to maintain a positive and productive environment. • Provide support for union-related activities, including negotiations and ensuring compliance with union agreements. • Assist with payroll processes by handling backend HR functions and collaborating with the finance team for accurate execution. • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, supporting audits and gathering necessary documentation. • Oversee HR operations such as onboarding, benefits administration, and general coordination of HR functions. • Act as a strategic partner to the HR Director, taking on mid-level tasks and responsibilities to enable the Director to focus on higher priorities. • Support HRIS operations, ensuring accurate data management and reporting. • Engage employees and foster a culture of service excellence to enhance workforce satisfaction and retention. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align HR strategies with organizational goals. • Research and recommend improvements to HR practices and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Workday HRIS Specialist

Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HRIS Specialist to support client-facing human resources technology initiatives in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who combines hands-on HR systems knowledge with the confidence to advise stakeholders, contribute to implementation planning, and help guide project delivery. The role will focus heavily on Workday-related initiatives, including skills-based talent functionality, while also supporting training and broader HRIS analysis needs. Responsibilities: • Participate in client meetings to provide subject matter support on HR systems, answer functional questions, and help shape implementation discussions. • Contribute to Workday implementation efforts with an emphasis on skills-focused functionality and practical application within talent management processes. • Partner with project leadership to help organize implementation activities, coordinate with delivery teams, and support successful project execution. • Perform HRIS analysis to evaluate business needs, identify system solutions, and recommend effective approaches for client environments. • Serve as a hands-on resource in configuring, testing, and validating HR technology solutions as project requirements evolve. • Assist in preparing end users and internal teams through knowledge transfer, process guidance, and training support when needed. • Apply foundational HR expertise to align system capabilities with workforce processes such as learning, development, and internal mobility. • Support work across additional HR platforms when applicable, including environments that use systems such as UltiPro or related solutions.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

Hazel Crest, IL
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Temporary to Hire
20.9 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced HR Coordinator to join our team in Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This role is ideal for a human resources team member who can confidently manage core HR operations, support employees throughout the employment lifecycle, and help maintain compliance with changing labor regulations. The position is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to become a key resource for payroll, onboarding, benefits administration, and day-to-day HR support. Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately for a small employee population and help ensure timely resolution of pay-related questions.• Coordinate recruiting and new employee activities, including onboarding, pre-employment steps, and orientation support.• Maintain organized and up-to-date personnel files, HR records, and employment documentation in alignment with company standards.• Assist employees with benefit-related questions and provide administrative support for enrollment and ongoing benefits coordination.• Monitor HR practices for compliance with applicable labor laws and support updates to policies, procedures, and employee time-off administration.• Use HR systems and related tools to manage employee information, track documentation, and support routine HR reporting.• Provide general HR administrative support across daily operations and serve as a reliable point of contact for employee inquiries.• Cross-train in circulation coverage to help support staffing needs when team members are unavailable and occasional weekend events require additional assistance. The salary range for this position is $20/hr to $23/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 Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z