HR Specialist

Valdes Architecture & Engineering

. Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs and serve as a resource for employee benefit questions .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeLombard • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee benefits administration, talent acquisition, and employee relations while maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Proficient in HR documentation, onboarding processes, and providing support to leadership and employees.

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Employee Benefits AdministrationTalent AcquisitionEmployee RelationsHR Documentation ManagementADP Experience

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Hard Skills

Benefits Plan DesignHR AdministrationOnboardingPerformance Review ProcessResearch and Fact-Finding

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime-Management Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeHR SystemsRecruiting Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPPHR

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesEngineeringArchitectureConsulting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs and serve as a resource for employee benefit questions
Maintain knowledge of benefit plan designs, administration requirements, and applicable regulations
Maintain confidential employee information and records
Coordinate background checks, employment verifications, and professional references
Support compensation administration and the annual performance review process
Assist with organizational development initiatives and other HR programs
Support employee relations matters and related events
Coordinate and facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding activities
Assist with employee development and training initiatives
Assist the Talent Acquisition team with recruiting, staffing, interview, and hiring logistics
Conduct research and fact-finding related to candidates, employment information, recruiting sources, and other HR matters
Prepare and review offer letters, payroll documentation, employee changes, and other HR paperwork
Provide HR support for year-end activities and cyclical HR initiatives
Provide confidential administrative and HR support to company leadership
Respond to employee questions and provide employee services, guidance, and support
Maintain accurate HR documentation, records, reports, and electronic files
Assist with special projects and evolving HR department priorities
Perform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager or company management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Communications, or a related field required.
5+ years of Human Resources experience required
Experience supporting benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, talent acquisition, and general HR administration
Experience with benefit plan designs and applicable legal and regulatory requirements
Experience working in a professional services engineering, architecture, consulting, or similar environment is highly preferred
Experience working with ADP is a plus
SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar professional HR certification is a plus
Must be comfortable providing front desk/reception coverage at least one day per week
Strong computer and keyboarding skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong research and fact-finding skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to learn and effectively utilize HR systems, recruiting platforms, and other business technology
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee benefits programs and benefits administration support
Employee development and training initiatives
Performance review process support
Employee relations events and programs
New employee orientation and onboarding support
Pre-employment drug testing and background checks as part of onboarding
Year-end activities and other cyclical HR initiatives