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Human Resources Business Administator


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 55000 - 70000
Posted: 23 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 20 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Position Summary
The Human Resources Business Administrator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day HR and administrative operations of a dynamic business unit. This position partners closely with leadership to coordinate HR processes ensure compliance and maintain efficient operations in a fast-paced environment that includes both union and non-union employees.

This role serves as a trusted liaison between employees leadership and corporate teams providing hands-on HR administration operational coordination and guidance on employee matters. While not a formal management role this position operates at a manager-lite level offering direction oversight of key processes and support to leadership and staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate compliant employee records and personnel files including union-related documentation where applicable
  • Administer core HR processes including onboarding orientation offboarding and processing personnel changes
  • Liaison with ADA manager to support with employee accommodation requests
  • Support shared services with benefits leave administration and employee verifications.
  • Support payroll processes and partner closely with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing including union-related pay considerations
  • Assist with administration of collective bargaining agreement (CBA) provisions including tracking requirements and supporting compliance
  • Manage workers compensation and auto claims including coordination with internal and external partners
  • Coordinate administrative operations such as reporting records management and general office functions
  • Prepare and distribute operational and compliance reports as needed
  • Manage employee and service-related (contractor/contributor) contracts and documentation
  • Serve as a liaison between employees leadership union representatives (as applicable) and corporate teams
  • Support performance management processes by providing guidance tracking timelines and assisting leaders with consistent documentation
  • Provide administrative and coordination support on employee relations matters escalating complex issues as appropriate
  • Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives and events
  • Participate in leadership and departmental meetings to support alignment and execution of business priorities
  • Lead or support special projects and process improvements

Requirements & Skills

  • Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
  • 13 years of experience in Human Resources Business Administration or an administrative support role
  • Experience supporting both union and non-union employee populations strongly preferred
  • Working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and labor-related practices is a plus
  • Exposure to HR processes (e.g. onboarding benefits payroll support or employee records) is helpful but not required
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and sound judgment
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Basic problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn and seek guidance when needed
  • Proactive dependable and eager to develop in an HR and operations-focused role
  • Professional approachable demeanor with a customer-service mindset
  • Comfortable providing administrative support and guidance to managers and employees in a collaborative team environment

Compensation Benefits and Work Environment

Salary Range: $55000 $70000 annually

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical (multiple plan options) dental vision 401(k) with company match paid time off paid parental leave life insurance and more.

This position is onsite. #LI- Onsite


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