Community Counseling Centers Of Chicago Hiring for HR GENERALIST at Chicago, IL Full Time

Job Summary:
The HR Generalist will execute many daily functions of the Human Resources department including responding to employee inquiries, onboarding and offboarding employees, enforcing company policies and practices, administering benefits, implementing process improvements and maintaining comprehensive employee files.

Maintains positive relationships with staff, vendors and brokers. Ensures compliance with Federal and State regulations. In a culturally competent and responsive manner, responds to requests for information from staff and vendors as required. Articulates C4s mission and vision.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to:

compensation, benefits, and leave;

performance and talent management;

productivity, recognition, and wellbeing;

compliance;

employee relations; and

training and development.

Responds to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, escalating issues as appropriate, and communicating and enforcing C4 policies.

Responsible for compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices.

Handles mandated reporting and employee notifications.

Maintains accurate and comprehensive employee records.

Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with professional licensure and education requirements, and mandatory training.

Manages the Relias LMS system as Administrator, handling all necessary updates, maintenance and reporting.

Facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions, including posting jobs, screening candidates, generating offer letters, processing background checks and coordinating onboarding.

Implements new hire orientation, including Day 1 orientation presentation.

Supports and executes employee engagement and recognition programs.

Processes Verification of Employment requests for loan forgiveness programs, reference checks and lender inquiries.

Serves as coordinator and secretary of C4’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committee.

Accurately processes and documents internal transfers, in a timely fashion.

Supports maintenance, further development and updating of HRIS system.

Supports internal communications efforts, including administration and analysis of surveys.

Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Performs other duties as assigned and undertakes special projects to improve HR systems and processes, streamline operations, and support employee engagement and wellbeing.

Required Skills/Abilities:
Strong customer focus and commitment to optimizing employee and applicant experience.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, follow-through and commitment to quality and accuracy.

Must be able to manage time independently, handle multiple projects at once, and meet deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to work in a self-directed manner, exercise discretion and good judgment, and escalate issues as needed.

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, as well as recommended practices in talent management and employee engagement.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn HRIS and talent management systems (currently Paycom).

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred

At least two years of human resource generalist experience