Human Resource Assistant
Posted at: 11/14/2025
Kankakee, IL
- NON IT - Administrative / Clerical - Contract - Job ID: 25-17206
Title: Human Resources Assistant
Location: Kankakee, IL (4/1 hybrid)
Compensation: $20-25/hour
Duration: 12-month contract
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
Human Resource Assistant
Job Description:
- Supports the sick leave benefit administration for all bargaining unit employees. This includes reviewing/processing all sick leave applications in accordance with company policies and state/federal regulations, ensuring correct data entry into the payroll/attendance system.
- Manages short term and long term medical leave in accordance with the Union contract.
- Communicates all leave to the appropriate departments. (inc. Security, Training, HR & employees dept),Manage the Kan Medical Inbox to respond to inquiries and process medical forms in a timely manner.
- Participates in grievance meetings related to medical leave matters and attends arbitration hearings when an employee is terminated due to medically related absences
- Maintains all records—such as medical documentation, absence forms, and doctor's notes—in compliance with PHI and HIPAA regulations.
- Supports the Wellbeing committee in Kankakee with monthly site-wide initiatives.
- Assists with special projects and other tasks as assigned by the Global Benefits team, as needed
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- HS Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a customer/employee facing role
- Must be competent using Microsoft applications (incl Excel, Power Point, Word etc)
Preferred / Nice to Have Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Associates degree in related field preferred
- WorkDay knowledge a plus
Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan
- …and much more!
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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