People Operations Specialist Jobs in Illinois
People Operations Specialist jobs in Illinois are consistently active across the state's financial services, healthcare, technology, and professional services sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level HR coordinator to senior people operations lead. Chicago anchors the market, followed by growing demand in Naperville and Schaumburg, where major corporate campuses concentrate. Employers like United Airlines, Advocate Health Care, and McDonald's Corporation maintain large people operations teams with ongoing Illinois hiring needs. The most in-demand specialties include HRIS administration, employee experience, and workforce analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Title: Human Resources Manager II
Location: Woodridge, IL, US, 60517Requisition Number: 236298
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Human Resources Manager II to oversee all general areas of human resources. Responsibilities include managing turnover, recruiting, payroll and benefits administration; driving positive employee relations; monitoring and ensuring compliance with the Company's legal obligations as to the FMLA, ADA, EEO/Affirmative Action, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment and other employment laws. Safety is also a key focus for the Human Resources Manager who is responsible for ensuring that partners are trained on company safety policies and procedures and emphasizing a culture of safety at the location overall.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred
- Experience with safety programs, compensation, benefits, recruiting, hiring and training
- Valid driver's license
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and intranet/internet
Preferred
- 2+ years' Human Resources experience
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
• Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Compensation
A reasonable estimate of base salary for this role ranges between $74,800 - $95,700/Year. The range takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business and organization needs. Please note, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decision are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each decision.
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: HR/Legal
Organization: First Aid and Safety
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Workers Compensation, HR Manager, Payroll, HR, Compensation, Human Resources, Finance
Title: Human Resources Manager II
Location: Woodridge, IL, US, 60517Requisition Number: 236298
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Human Resources Manager II to oversee all general areas of human resources. Responsibilities include managing turnover, recruiting, payroll and benefits administration; driving positive employee relations; monitoring and ensuring compliance with the Company's legal obligations as to the FMLA, ADA, EEO/Affirmative Action, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment and other employment laws. Safety is also a key focus for the Human Resources Manager who is responsible for ensuring that partners are trained on company safety policies and procedures and emphasizing a culture of safety at the location overall.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred
- Experience with safety programs, compensation, benefits, recruiting, hiring and training
- Valid driver's license
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and intranet/internet
Preferred
- 2+ years' Human Resources experience
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
• Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Compensation
A reasonable estimate of base salary for this role ranges between $74,800 - $95,700/Year. The range takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business and organization needs. Please note, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decision are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each decision.
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: HR/Legal
Organization: First Aid and Safety
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Workers Compensation, HR Manager, Payroll, HR, Compensation, Human Resources, Finance
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People Operations Specialist Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Automotive
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations specialist jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
- Knowledge of Illinois employment law, including the Illinois Human Rights Act
- Strong data analysis skills for workforce reporting and people metrics
- Experience managing onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred by many Illinois employers
People Operations Specialist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a people operations specialist in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or organizational psychology as the foundation. People operations specialist is not a state-licensed role in Illinois, so there is no required state exam or registration board. The most recognized credentials that strengthen candidacy are the SHRM-CP offered by the Society for Human Resource Management and the PHR offered by HRCI, both of which Illinois employers regularly cite in listings. Relevant internship experience with Chicago-area firms accelerates hiring.
How much do people operations specialists make in Illinois?
People operations specialists in Illinois earn a median of about $76,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,980 for the lowest 10% to over $123,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire people operations specialists in Illinois?
Employers hiring people operations specialists in Illinois right now include Target, Walmart, and Grainger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major hospital systems, and large financial services firms means demand is broad and consistent across industries throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most people operations specialist jobs?
Chicago, Champaign, and Springfield have the most people operations specialist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its density of corporate headquarters, professional services firms, and healthcare networks, while Naperville and Schaumburg draw consistent openings from the large technology and financial services campuses that anchor those suburban corridors.
Are there remote people operations specialist jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 53% of people operations specialist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on systems administration, policy development, and data analysis rather than in-person tasks. Functions like HRIS management, people analytics, and benefits administration are most commonly offered with remote flexibility by Illinois employers.
How can I get hired as a people operations specialist in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an HR coordinator or HR generalist role, which large Illinois employers like Advocate Health Care, Hyatt, and Aon use as the primary pipeline into people operations teams. University of Illinois and DePaul alumni programs connect new graduates to Chicago-area HR internships that frequently convert to full-time offers. Completing the SHRM-CP student bundle or earning a certificate in HRIS administration from a community college gives candidates a concrete credential that offsets limited work history when applying.
Where can I find and apply to people operations specialist jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to people operations specialist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and downstate markets. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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