HR Assistant Jobs in Illinois

A HR Assistant, or Human Resources Assistant, plays a crucial role in the human resources industry by providing support to HR professionals in completing administrative tasks related to the hiring, onboarding, benefit administration and employee records maintenance processes. They often act as the liaison between HR management and employees, providing information and help with HR-related issues. HR Assistants also handle tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining HR databases, and assisting with recruitment and staffing logistics. They may also assist in payroll preparation and manage employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Essential skills for a HR Assistant include excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. They should be detail-oriented, have good time-management skills, and be proficient with MS Office Suite and HR software, like HRIS or HRMS. Although not always required, a HR Certification, such as aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources), can be beneficial for career advancement. Before becoming a HR Assistant, a person may hold roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, or Recruitment Coordinator.

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Assistant, HR Data and Analytics

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Company description** Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication and is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and...

Attorney Recruiting Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Attorney Recruiting Assistant Division: Associate, Counsel, Law Student, and Virtual Office Division Location: Remote or Hybrid (Candidates must reside in the Central or Mountain Time Zones). This...

Human Resources Administrative Assistant

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary - 12-Months Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Butler School District 53 Date Available: 07/01/2025 District:   Butler School District 53...

HR Administrative Assistant

  • Gurnee, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 5 days ago

Prepare HR-related documents (new hire forms, offer letters, orientation packets, etc.). Update internal databases and track employee information....

Human Resources Receptionist - Metro RYDC - Atlanta, Ga. (NSC)

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs a variety of general secretarial, clerical, and administrative support functions/processes or a few specialized or essential clerical functions in...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Fulton, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Fulton, IL
  • 6 days ago

Human Resources Assistant Career Opportunity 32 hours a week, Full-time benefits Flexible, Monday-Friday Schedule Valued for your Human Resource Skills Are you passionate about Human Resources and...

HR Assistant

  • Sauget, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Sauget, IL
  • 6 days ago

policies, procedures, and applicable labor laws Prepare and distribute HR reports and documentation as needed Respond to employee questions regarding HR practices, policies, and procedures Handle sensitive...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Prepare departure folders and complete tasks for exit interviews, including scheduling of rooms and creating exit summary outlines....

Temp HR Assistant (Part-Time)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Seeking a responsible HR Assistant for a broad range of duties and responsibilities in assisting the Human Resources Director and Human Resources (HR) staff on all departmental services to Casa Central...

Talent Acquisition Assistant - MBA Recruiting

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 days ago

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Geneva, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Geneva, IL
  • 17 days ago

The HR Assistant ensures accuracy and confidentiality while maintaining a customer service-oriented approach to both internal and external stakeholders....

HR Assistant

  • Itasca, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Itasca, IL
  • 20 days ago

We're looking for an HR assistant with 2+ years of relevant experience....

HR Technology Sr HR Tech Consultant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding,...

Remote Work

Bilingual Recruiting Assistant

  • Aurora, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 30+ days ago

letters and initiating/communicating the background screening process for selected candidates. - Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor....

Sr. Human Resources Assistant

  • Campus, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Campus, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Sr. Human Resources Assistant Bowling Green State University, United States about 7 hours ago Location: Campus, ILLINOIS Job Type: FullTime Summary Reviews, approves and processes personnel action...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for HR Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.4%
Master's Degree
21.3%
Associate's Degree
10.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Assistants in Illinois
1-2 years
34.0%
Less than 1 year
30.9%
2-4 years
25.6%
4-6 years
5.5%
6-8 years
2.7%
10+ years
1.4%



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