Human Resources Generalist

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Human Resources Generalist

Professional Chicago, IL, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1124

Salary Range: $69,769.35 To $85,467.39 Annually

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR Generalist to provide comprehensive support across recruitment, onboarding, intern program coordination, and HR administrative functions. Reporting to the HR Director, this role contributes to the effective delivery of HR operations while ensuring a positive and efficient experience for candidates and employees. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and committed to supporting a mission-driven public sector organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Effectively facilitate recruitment functions including scheduling candidate interviews, hiring, pre-onboarding, employee orientation, and benefit enrollment.
• Conduct and coordinate new hire orientation.
• Manage a robust annual intern and fellowship process
• Effectively utilize CMAP's HRIS system and SharePoint technology
• Respond to data requests by running reports, configuring data tables, and preparing reports.
• Assist with payroll processing and benefit administration
• Support general agency administrative coordination and internal HR communication

About CMAP
CMAP serves 284 municipalities and seven counties across Northeastern Illinois as the region's comprehensive planning organization and designated Metropolitan Planning Organization. The agency manages a diverse portfolio of projects funded by multiple sources and stakeholders, supporting long term regional planning and investment.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• At least two years work experience working with employees, administering policies/programs, or serving in an employee facing role.
• Experience with HRIS systems and data analytics strongly preferred

Hiring Range: $69,769.35 - $85,467.39.

CMAP employees work a reduced work week of 37.5 hours and a flexible hybrid work schedule, with in-office work at CMAP's Old Post Office location, 433 West Van Buren Street in Chicago, IL. This position is benefit eligible and can work either FT at 37.5 hours per week or part time with benefits at 30 hours per week.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgment that their application has been received. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted with further information.

CMAP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.