HR Project Specialist Chicago, , Professionals Responsibilities: * Previous experience with Human Resources Information Systems experience preferred * Previous experience with recruiting and on-boarding * Lead new hire administration through online Applicant Tracking System (ATS) * Schedules interviews, checks references, makes offers and assists in new hire orientation for employees * Provides support for employee questions and involved in the new hire orientation process * Provides support on new HR initiatives including software selection and roll-out, employee engagement, HR support and back-up * Communicates with employees, management and HR staff as appropriate * Provides HR staff support and other special projects * Other projects or duties as assigned Qualifications: * Bachelors degree or equivalent experience * 3+ years of related coordinator or administrative level work experience * Proficient with HRIS and MS Office programs * Experience managing multiple projects concurrently in a fast pace environment, demonstrating a sense of urgency * Ability to learn new systems quickly and create improved processes for efficiency * Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to follow-through to completion * Effective communication, writing and grammar skills, paying great attention to detail * This position will support all aspect of Human Resources and handle projects accordingly