Human Resources Specialist

City of St. Charles • Saint Charles, IL

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About The Position

The City of St. Charles is seeking a service-oriented, highly organized Human Resources Specialist to join its Human Resources team. This position offers an opportunity to build broad municipal HR experience while supporting employees who deliver essential services to the community. The role provides professional support across recruitment, onboarding, employee development, benefits, performance management, records administration, workforce reporting, and labor-relations activities.

The successful candidate will provide responsive, confidential service and contribute to a collaborative team focused on public service, continuous improvement, and a positive employee experience. A thorough background check, including fingerprinting, and a drug screen are required if selected. Starting pay is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• At least one year of relevant experience in human resources, analytics, business administration, or a related area.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, customer service, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint.
• Ability to learn HRIS, applicant tracking, payroll, and performance-management systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with sound judgment and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• HR education or certification.
• Public-sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Citywide employee training and development programs, including scheduling, communications, vendor coordination, attendance tracking, and budget support.
• Provide responsive, confidential customer service.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records, HRIS information, required postings, and employee identification records.
• Prepare HR reports, conduct research, and analyze workforce data to support HR initiatives.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, applicant review, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding.
• Support annual performance evaluation processes for union and non-union employees.
• Assist employees with benefits, wellness programs, leave processes, recognition programs, and general HR inquiries.
• Assist with labor relations, collective bargaining preparation, and grievance research.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
• Wellness incentives.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement pension plan with Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
• Retirement savings options.
• Opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level