HR Assistant

Job Summary:

The HR Assistant provides day-to-day support across all Human Resources functions and serves as the primary point of contact for associates with HR-related questions. This role supports payroll coordination, benefits administration, leave management, onboarding, compliance reporting, and employee engagement. Secondary responsibilities include assistant duties and front desk coverage as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for associates regarding HR policies, procedures, and general inquiries.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employees and company information.
• Partner with Payroll to assist in processing semi-monthly payrolls and resolving timekeeping and PTO discrepancies.
• Prepare offer letters and manage onboarding activities in the HRIS, including coordinating drug screens.
• Conduct new hire orientations.
• Administer FMLA leaves and Short-Term Disability applications.
• Respond to employment verification requests.
• Assist associates with benefits-related questions and processes.
• Support recruitment efforts by conducting reference checks and verifying candidate credentials.
• Support HR projects related to training, compensation, compliance, and employee engagement.
• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist with meeting setup and coordination for internal meetings.
• Help plan and facilitate associate events and engagement activities.
• Provide administrative support to the Office Manager.
• Cover the front desk as needed.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• Degree in Human Resources and/or HR experience preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented; take pride in accuracy.
• Working knowledge of an HRIS system, UKG preferred.
• Team-oriented and positive attitude
• Proficient in MS Office products.
• Ability to multitask and take direction from multiple team members.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Accurate in basic math calculations.

About RTC

RTC masters the design and detail of retail, helping brands and retailers improve the shopping experience and grow their bottom line.  We design retail programs and environments, execute them globally, and build products that improve retail performance.  We provide our clients with a cohesive brand experience, expanded retail presence, and consistently better results at a lower total cost.  Learn more at http://www.rtc.com/.

Why should you consider a career at RTC?

Benefits

• Hybrid Schedule with a minimum of two days in the office/week, once onboarding is complete
• Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
• Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
• Benefit Value Advisor and Member Rewards (through Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care
• Commuter Transit benefit
• 401(K) Plan with company 6% match (we also offer a Roth option!)
• Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
• 16 PTO Days (full year)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance 

Perks

• Fun Friday Hours - get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2:30 every Friday (year-round!)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company sponsored volunteer events

Wellness 

• PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but also for mental health breaks.
• Work/Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
• Preventive Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
• Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location.
• Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan.  Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.

Career Development & Training 

We encourage your professional growth and development.  We offer mentors with deep industry experience and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long-term career goals and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.

Compensation 

The base salary range for this position is budgeted for $41,444-$60,504, with eligibility for overtime and an annual bonus. The actual base salary depends on various factors and could be above or below the range depending on the applicant's qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education, business needs, and market demand. The full salary range for this role reflects this position's competitive labor market value and provides an opportunity to progress as associates grow and develop within the role.  Bonuses are paid based on RTC’s financial results.  Any payouts awarded in the first year of employment are pro-rated based on the start date.  Program rules are subject to change at management’s discretion. 

RTC is an equal-opportunity employer.  Women, individuals of all ethnicities, people with disabilities (intellectual and physical), and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.  We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, religion or any other basis prohibited by law .RTC is in compliance with Child Labor Laws.