HR Generalist

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Aurora, IL, USA
In-Office
60K-82K
Mid level
Professional Services • Industrial
The Role
Manage daily HR administration, employee records, compliance, safety, workers’ compensation, payroll and benefits support. Coordinate recruiting, background checks, onboarding, employee relations interviews, and interactive-process activities. Advise employees and managers on policies, maintain employment documentation, support audits, and help develop HR procedures and infrastructure. The role requires multi-state payroll and wage-hour compliance knowledge, benefits administration experience, and familiarity with FMLA, ADA, COBRA, Paylocity, workers’ compensation, and OSHA recordkeeping.
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 About the Role 

The HR Generalist is a foundational member of the Aftermath Services Human Resources team, responsible for the day-to-day administration of our HR operations, including but not limited to employee relations, compliance, safety, workers’ compensation, and recruiting and onboarding support. This position is well suited to a detail-oriented, service-focused HR professional who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and excited to grow their generalist capabilities as our systems and processes are established. 

What You'll Do 

General HR Administration 

  • Maintain accurate employee records and support day-to-day HR documentation and reporting 
  • Assist with developing and communicating HR policies and procedures 
  • Support leadership with projects and initiatives as our HR infrastructure evolves 

Compliance, Safety & Workers’ Compensation 

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations 
  • Oversee workers’ compensation administration and maintain required safety and compliance documentation 
  • Support audit activities and ensure accurate recordkeeping 

Recruiting & Onboarding Support 

  • Coordinate job postings, candidate communications, background screenings, and pre-employment requirements 
  • Help ensure a smooth and compliant hiring and onboarding experience 

Employee Relations Support 

  • Serve as a frontline resource for employees and managers on company policies, procedures, and general employment matters 
  • Conduct employee interviews related to employee relations matters 
  • Facilitate and manage the interactive process 
  • Support consistent policy application and document employee relations activities 
  • Escalate complex matters as appropriate to ensure fair and compliant people practices 

What We're Looking For 

Basic Qualifications 

  • 2–4+ years of HR experience with demonstrated strength in payroll and benefits administration 
  • Working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and applicable wage and hour compliance 
  • Familiarity with federal leave laws including FMLA, ADA, and COBRA 
  • Proficiency with Paylocity experience strongly preferred 
  • Experience with benefits administration, including open enrollment and carrier coordination 
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities 
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant HR work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree 
  • Experience supporting workers’ compensation administration and OSHA recordkeeping 
  • Experience working in a multi-state employer environment 
  • Background in a field services, operations, or distribution environment a plus 

Benefits 

We offer health, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health benefits for all employees and a company-matched 401(k). Team members accrue paid time off annually in accordance with company policy. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Aftermath Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Aftermath is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. 

Skills Required

  • 2-4+ years of HR experience
  • Demonstrated strength in payroll and benefits administration
  • Working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and wage and hour compliance
  • Familiarity with FMLA, ADA, and COBRA
  • Experience with benefits administration, open enrollment, and carrier coordination
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Paylocity experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Experience supporting workers’ compensation administration and OSHA recordkeeping
  • Experience working in a multi-state employer environment
  • Background in field services, operations, or distribution
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The Company
296 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Aftermath Services is a nationwide provider of trauma cleaning, biohazard remediation, and crime scene cleanup services. They serve families, businesses, and government agencies, offering 24/7/365 emergency response for situations involving biohazards, accidents, and trauma. The company is known for its professional standards in high-risk environments, including narcotic destruction and specialized disinfection protocols, operating with over 100 offices across the United States.

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