HR Specialist

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Illinois, North Chicago
Dec 08, 2025
Position Title: HR Specialist Work Location: North Chicago, Illinois, USA 60064 Assignment Duration: 6 months (possible extension) Work Arrangement: Hybrid (onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week) Position Summary Supports Workday processes that include employee record management, database updates, reporting, quality measurements, and monitoring upstream/downstream integrations. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders in alignment with the global operating model, ensuring compliance and internal controls. Key Responsibilities Manage and support key HR processes in the Workday system (employee lifecycle processes, HR reporting, process accuracy, data quality, documentation management). Handle HR documentation. Administer data quality reports and act on corrections of errors. Actively look for continuous improvement ideas and lead initiatives toward process improvements and automation. Keep process documentation up-to-date. Take accountability for compliance with defined HR processes and relevant policies. Cooperate closely with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Business HR, Benefits, Total Rewards, Finance, and others) to continuously improve service quality and efficiency. Deliver system and process training to new joiners. Respond to internal stakeholders regarding questions or issues related to Workday processing data and/or HR reporting. Cooperate actively and closely with colleagues from other HRConnect Teams for outstanding service delivery. Qualifications & Experience Solid knowledge and expertise in HR systems - Workday is a must. 2 years of experience in an HR environment. Recent college graduates with an HR degree will be considered. Bachelor's degree required, with strong preference for a concentration in HR. Technical expertise in HR processes and understanding of process dependencies. Strong written and oral communication skills in English and other languages as required. Customer orientation and ability to adapt quickly to changing environments. Ability to prioritize multiple requests. Continuous improvement mindset. Bi-lingual Spanish speaking and written skills required. Experience in project management is considered an asset.