Hiring a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Rockford, IL !!!

The HR Specialist is responsible for supporting a wide range of human resources functions, with a primary focus on recruitment and administrative tasks. This role plays a key part in managing the hiring process, assisting with employee onboarding, and providing support for benefits and leave administration. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering excellent service to both employees and candidates.

ResponsibilitiesManage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate sourcing, resume screening, interview coordination, and offer preparation.Support onboarding and orientation for new hires.Assist with employee benefits administration, including enrollment and responding to inquiries.Track and process leave requests in compliance with company policies.Maintain accurate employee records and ensure confidentiality of HR documents.Provide general administrative support for HR programs and initiatives.Help organize employee engagement activities and wellness programs.Contribute to the development and maintenance of HR procedures and documentation.Essential SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required; additional HR-related education preferred.Minimum 2 years of experience in HR support or recruitment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).Familiarity with HR systems or applicant tracking systems (e.g., BambooHR) is a plus.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Our team is our greatest asset, fostering a unique, diverse, and inclusive culture. We are committed to professional growth, sustainability, and community involvement, offering robust benefits and training opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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