U.S. HR Operations Specialist
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Work type
- Full Time · Remote
- Posted
- 2026-07-20
Job description
Responsibilities:
Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
Manage the onboarding process for US employees, contractors, and temporary hires.
Support employee offboarding processes, including documentation, equipment returns, and system access removal.
HRIS & Employee Data Management
Maintain accurate employee records within HRIS and the PEO for the US team.
Conduct routine audits to ensure employee data accuracy and completeness.
Prepare HR reports, employee data requests, and workforce documentation.
Employee Support
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits, HR systems, policies, and HR processes.
Support benefits administration, including enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and employee communications.
Coordinate leave of absence (LOA) administration and documentation in partnership with external providers and internal stakeholders.
US Compliance & Documentation
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple US jurisdictions, including I-9 verification, E-Verify, background checks, and employment documentation.
Project-Based & Temporary Workforce Recruitment (As Needed)
Source and screen qualified temporary, seasonal, and contract field operations talent across the US based on project needs.
Requirements
Experience: 2+ years of experience in HR Operations or HR Coordination, preferably within a fast-paced startup, technology, or infrastructure environment.
Systems & Data Literacy: Experience working with HRIS, PEO platforms, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), with strong attention to data accuracy and system maintenance.
Compliance Knowledge: Working knowledge of multi-state US employment laws, onboarding requirements and HR compliance best practices.
Recruiting Experience: Experience supporting recruitment processes, preferably for temporary, seasonal, or contract positions.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships across teams and time zones.
Mindset: Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.