Job Title: Student Employment Coordinator (HR Coordinator-Level Role)

Location: Chicago, IL

Industry: Higher Education

Compensation: $20.00–$22 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite and 1 flexible remote day each week

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Our client is a respected institution located in the heart of downtown Chicago, known for its commitment to the arts, media, and liberal studies. Serving thousands of students across a wide range of degree programs, the college provides a collaborative and creative environment for both learners and staff.

Job Description:

Addison Group is seeking a Student Employment Coordinator to join our client’s student support team. This is a contract role (4–6 months) with the potential to extend or become permanent. You’ll be the go-to administrative contact for student workers and campus managers, supporting hiring, payroll, and compliance efforts for on-campus employment programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to student and staff inquiries related to employment via email and phone in a professional and timely manner
• Manage student hiring paperwork and assist in onboarding both new hires and rehires
• Coordinate with internal departments (HR, payroll, student services, etc.) to troubleshoot employment issues
• Process payroll entries and ensure accurate documentation for student workers
• Draft and distribute employment communications and policy updates to stakeholders
• Monitor and enforce employment policy compliance in accordance with college, state, and federal guidelines
• Support federal work-study and off-campus employment programs, including communication with external partners
• Assist in internship program logistics and support career events as needed
• Handle employment verification requests and unemployment claims
• Maintain confidentiality while managing employment files and sensitive data
• Other administrative tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in HR, payroll, or student employment administration
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Familiarity with student employment and/or federal work-study policies preferred
• Experience using systems like PeopleSoft is highly desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Prior experience in higher education is a plus

Additional Details:

• Contract Duration: 4–6 months (possibility of extension or temp-to-hire)
• Dress Code: Business casual

Perks:

• Flexible hybrid schedule (remote day varies by week)
• Great opportunity to gain higher education experience
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative HR/career development team
• Downtown Chicago location close to transit and amenities

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