Human Resources Manager JobOak Park, IL
Why You'll Love This Job
Position Summary
The HR Manager will serve as a key partner to leadership and staff across the organization, assisting with core HR functions including employee relations, HRIS optimization, compensation structures, onboarding/offboarding, compliance, performance management, culture initiatives, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable balancing both strategic projects and day-to-day HR operations.
Why Momentum Behavior Services?
Time Off: Generous paid time off allowance and paid company holidays
Insurance *: Flexible medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, and additional benefits.
Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
Family & Life Support *: Employee assistance program, paid parental leave, childcare credits and wellness stipend
Education: Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance.
Extra Earning Potential: Bonus opportunities and Perks At Work employee discount program
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Engagement
Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers on ER matters
Lead engagement initiatives, pulse surveys, and follow-through action plans
Support coaching, conflict resolution, and manager development
HR Operations & Systems
Manage and optimize HRIS workflows (Rippling or similar)
Maintain accurate employee records, pay bands, title leveling, and job scope documentation
Own onboarding/offboarding processes, including background checks, I-9s, and W-2 support
Oversee payroll processing in partnership with Finance
Culture, Training & Internal Communications
Support culture initiatives including recognition programs and internal communication
Build and maintain policies, SOPs, and employee handbook updates
Coordinate training programs for managers and staff
Implement onboarding surveys, early-tenure feedback loops, and scheduled follow-ups to surface issues early and strengthen retention in the first 90 days.
Compensation, Benefits & Incentives
Administer benefits (medical, dental, vision, ancillary) and partner with the benefits broker
Oversee FMLA, LOA, ADA accommodations process
Support design and administration of incentive programs, bonus plans, and potential profit-sharing models
Recruiting Partnership
Partner with TalentCare (ATS/Recruiting vendor) on hiring needs
Prepare offer letters, ensure candidate experience alignment, and manage job postings
Build and maintain a steady pipeline of potential talent for current and future roles.
Compliance & Vendor Management
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment regulations
Manage HR-related vendors, including payroll, benefits broker, and ATS provider
Performance & Analytics
Coordinate annual performance evaluations and calibration
Develop workforce analytics dashboards and HR metrics reporting
Qualifications
5–7+ years of progressive HR experience (healthcare or ABA preferred)
Strong knowledge of federal/state employment laws
Experience with HRIS platforms (preferrably Rippling) and workflow automation
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and coaching skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high sense of urgency
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, scaling environment