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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HR Assistant

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

Know Your Rights: Responsibilities The HR Assistant processes new hire paperwork, background checks, coordinates drug screens and completes the I9/E-Verify....

HR Assistant

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

HR Assistant Job Description The HR Assistant will support the onboarding process for employees transitioning from Rite Aid to a new organization....

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Human Resources Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 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
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 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
  • 8 days ago
  • Geneva, IL
  • 8 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
  • 11 days ago
  • Itasca, IL
  • 11 days ago

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

Bilingual Recruiting Assistant

  • Aurora, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 22 days ago

The Warehouse Recruiting Assistant will be responsible for assisting the staffing team with finding and interviewing warehouse candidates onsite. You will work as a part of a team who are...

Sr. Human Resources Assistant

  • Campus, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Campus, IL
  • 24 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...

Lateral Partner Recruiting Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 24 days ago

Overview The Lateral Partner Recruitment Assistant reports to the Director, Lateral Partner Recruitment. Key responsibilities include supporting the lateral partner recruitment function on a...

Seasonal HR Support $21+ per hour Aurora, IL

  • Aurora, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 29 days ago

Seasonal HR Support | $21+ per hour | Aurora, IL Location: Aurora, IL, United States Job ID: 16120 Date Posted: May 16, 2025 Job Description Get Involved! Are you looking for a seasonal job with...

Attorney Recruiting Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The Lateral Partner Recruitment Assistant reports to the Director, Lateral Partner Recruitment. Key responsibilities include supporting the lateral partner recruitment function on a...

Part-Time HR Assistant With Benefits!

  • Loves Park, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Loves Park, IL
  • 30+ days ago

PART-TIME HR ASSISTANT WITH BENEFITS!...

Temporary Recruiting Assistant

  • Naperville, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 30+ days ago

at MultiPlan in Naperville, Illinois, United States Job Description At Claritev, we pride ourselves on being a dynamic team of innovative professionals. Our purpose is simple - we strive to bend...

Receptionist - HR Administrative Assistant

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Receptionist - HR Administrative Assistant Des Plaines, IL Type: Contract-to-Hire Category: Administrative Salary: 25.00 Per Hour Reference ID: 10044181 Shortcut: 3TLjmJ Job Title: ReceptionistHR...

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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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