Human Resources Generalist

Hope

Human Resources Generalist managing health services for Hope Residential Academy in Melrose Park. Responsible for screening, onboarding, and compliance of new employees in a growing team environment.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeMelrose Park • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full cycle of recruitment and onboarding processes, including screening, interviewing, and selection of Direct Support Personnel. Proficient in HRIS systems and knowledgeable in employment-related laws and regulations, with strong leadership and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Human Resources2 Years Of Human Resource ExperienceSHRM-CP Or SHRM-SCP CertificationLeadership ExperienceProficient With Microsoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Recruitment ManagementOnboarding ProceduresEmployee File CreationHRMS SystemsEmployment Law KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRIS SystemsTalent Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

Non-Profit AgenciesEducational Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manages the screening, interviewing and selection of all Direct Support Personnel for Hope Residential Academy Melrose Park
Initiates Approval to Hire processes and procedures
Delivers verbal offers of employment and provides thorough explanation of terms and conditions of the offer of employment
Develops and delivers written offer letters and HR termination letters
Reviews pre-employment requirements and actions including, written instructions and guidelines, paper and electronic forms and associated deadlines
Conducts orientations and onboardings for new employees
Completes new employee hiring procedures in HRMS systems
Creates employee personnel files
Communicates bargaining unit posting needs to the Employment Specialist
Manages accounts; audits and processes invoices for background checks and drug screening agencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
2 years of human resource experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred
At least 5 years of leadership experience preferred
Experience with non-profit or educational agencies strongly preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent, Commuter)
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
Great Work Environment!