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HR Outsourcing, Fractional HR & Professional Development in DeKalb, IL

Complete HR support for DeKalb employers: HR outsourcing, fractional HR services, benefits administration, background checks, and SHRM-approved professional development programs.

65+
Years in HR
500+
Employers Served
24-Hr
Response Guarantee
All 50
States Covered

HR Challenges Facing DeKalb Businesses Right Now

Illinois employers face evolving labor laws, rising compliance complexity, and a competitive hiring environment. DeKalb businesses in DeKalb County need a trusted HR partner to stay ahead of changes and protect their workforce.

65+
Years in HR

Catapult has served employers across Illinois and all 50 states since 1958. Deep experience across every labor law cycle and compliance challenge.

500+
Employers Served

From small businesses to 500+ employee organizations, Catapult delivers the same expert HR support to DeKalb employers that large corporations get, without the overhead.

2025–26
Active Compliance Deadlines

Illinois labor law updates are in effect. Catapult monitors state and federal changes and updates your policies proactively, before penalties arise.

Serving DeKalb (60115) and surrounding DeKalb County

HR Services Available to DeKalb, IL Employers

Services are provided remotely. No local office required. Illinois-specific HR expertise, 24-hour response.

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HR Compliance

Real-time Illinois employment law monitoring with proactive handbook and policy updates. Stay ahead of compliance changes before penalties arise.

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Employee Handbooks

Custom Illinois-compliant employee handbooks drafted, reviewed, and updated as laws change, never a generic template.

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Benefits Administration

ACA compliance, carrier EDI, COBRA, and open enrollment built around DeKalb market rates and Illinois mandates.

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HR Outsourcing

Fully managed HR operations, onboarding to offboarding, giving DeKalb employers a complete HR department without the overhead.

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Fractional HR

Dedicated fractional HR professionals providing strategic HR leadership, policy development, and workforce planning. On-demand expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.

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Background Checks

FCRA-compliant screening: criminal, employment, education verification, and reference checks available in all 50 states.

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Virtual Training

HRCI and SHRM-approved online programs: harassment prevention, manager readiness, DEI, and compliance training.

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Corporate Onsite Training

Instructor-led training at your DeKalb location, customized to your industry, culture, and workforce needs.

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Deep Expertise in DeKalb’s Key Industries

DeKalb’s economy spans Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Technology, sectors where Catapult’s advisors have direct workforce experience.

  • Financial Services: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for DeKalb financial services employers.
  • Healthcare: Compliance, handbooks and day-to-day HR for healthcare employers in DeKalb County.
  • Manufacturing: Workforce planning and employment-law support for DeKalb manufacturing teams.
  • Technology: Hiring, onboarding and compliance help for technology employers around DeKalb.
  • Agriculture: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for DeKalb agriculture employers.
  • Zip codes served: 60115 and throughout DeKalb County.
Jill Feldman , Catapult HR

Your HR Leadership Team

Jill Feldman

VP of HR Solutions


“DeKalb employers face a unique mix of Illinois regulatory complexity and local labor market conditions. Our team stays ahead of both so you can focus on growing your business.”

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See How Catapult HR Works

Watch how we help DeKalb employers simplify HR, stay compliant, and grow with confidence.

Why Catapult HR Is Different

Why Catapult HR Is Different

What Is HR Outsourcing?

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Catapult in the DeKalb Business Community

Catapult works alongside local business associations, chambers, and employer groups across DeKalb County to support the DeKalb employer community, not only as a service provider but as a partner in the region’s workforce.

  • ✓SHRM-affiliated HR education, ongoing training for DeKalb HR professionals
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Serving DeKalb and DeKalb County employers since 1999.

Frequently Asked Questions About HR Outsourcing in DeKalb

What HR services does Catapult provide to DeKalb businesses?
Catapult provides full-service HR outsourcing including payroll administration, benefits management, compliance guidance, employee relations support, HR technology, and fractional HR consulting tailored to employers in DeKalb and DeKalb County.
How is Catapult different from a PEO or staffing agency near DeKalb?
Unlike a PEO, Catapult does not co-employ your workers. You retain full control of your employer relationship. Unlike a staffing agency, we don’t place workers; we manage the HR infrastructure for your existing team in DeKalb and beyond.
What size businesses does Catapult typically serve in DeKalb County?
Catapult primarily serves small to mid-sized employers with 10–500 employees, though our fractional HR and compliance services can be scoped for businesses of any size operating in DeKalb and the surrounding region.
Does Catapult handle state-specific employment law compliance for DeKalb employers?
Yes. Our HR specialists stay current on state and local employment regulations, wage and hour laws, leave policies, and compliance requirements that affect employers in DeKalb and DeKalb County.
How do I get started with HR outsourcing for my DeKalb business?
Schedule a free HR consultation with a Catapult advisor. We’ll assess your current HR setup, identify compliance gaps, and recommend the right service level for your team in DeKalb County.

HR Support for DeKalb’s Key Industries

Sector-specific HR outsourcing and compliance for the industries that employ most of the DeKalb area.

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Healthcare

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for DeKalb healthcare employers.

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Manufacturing

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for DeKalb manufacturing employers.

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Small and Mid-Size Employers

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for DeKalb small and mid-size employers employers.

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Have a question about a policy, a tough employee situation or compliance? Catapult members get unlimited access to senior HR advisors. HR support and advice →

HR Training for DeKalb Teams

Live online courses open to DeKalb professionals, with in-person sessions in Charlotte and Raleigh.

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HR Training in Joliet

Upcoming course dates and registration for Illinois employers.

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HR Training in Naperville

Upcoming course dates and registration for Illinois employers.

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Training across Illinois

State requirements, delivery options and upcoming live sessions.

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Course Catalog

Instructor-led courses with live dates and HRCI and SHRM recertification credit.

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Talent and Recruiting

Recruiting, contract staffing and talent strategy support for DeKalb employers.

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Membership and Pricing

Ongoing HR advice, training access and compliance support through Catapult membership.

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The Catapult HR Team Behind Your Business

Certified HR professionals dedicated to serving employers across the US, from small businesses to 500-person organizations.

Stephanie Dillon

Stephanie

Lead HR Advisor

Linda Hunter

Linda

Senior HR Advisor

Karol Dixon

Karol

HR Advisor

Cindy Satter

Cindy

HR Advisor

Breni Malpass

Breni

HR Advisor

Jill Feldman

Jill

VP of HR Solutions

Kendra Stewart

Kendra

Director of HR Solutions

Rated 5.0 on G2 and Trustpilot

“Catapult took our entire benefits and compliance operation off our hands. We stopped worrying about missed deadlines and started focusing on growing the business. Worth every dollar.”

VP of Operations, Professional Services Firm

FAQ: HR Services in DeKalb, IL

Common questions from DeKalb and DeKalb County business owners.

What HR services does Catapult provide in DeKalb, IL?

Catapult provides HR outsourcing, employee handbooks, benefits administration, compliance monitoring, background checks, and professional development training to DeKalb employers. We serve businesses of all sizes throughout DeKalb County and the surrounding area (60115).

How does Catapult handle Illinois employment law compliance?

Our compliance team monitors Illinois labor law changes in real time. We proactively update your handbook, policies, and HR procedures before deadlines hit, protecting DeKalb employers around the clock.

Does Catapult have a local office in DeKalb?

Catapult is a remote-first HR partner. We serve DeKalb businesses via phone, video, and secure online platforms. No local office required. We guarantee a 24-hour response to every DeKalb client inquiry.

How quickly can Catapult onboard a DeKalb business?

Most DeKalb clients are fully onboarded within 2–4 weeks. Our implementation team handles system integrations, policy setup, and employee communications so you experience zero disruption.

What industries does Catapult specialize in for DeKalb?

We have direct experience serving Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing employers, core industries in DeKalb County’s economy. Our HR strategies are built around the real workforce challenges these sectors face in Illinois.

Serving DeKalb & DeKalb County

Catapult provides remote-first HR services to businesses across DeKalb and the greater DeKalb County area in Illinois.

Service Area & Contact

Catapult HR: DeKalb, IL

📍 Remote-first. No local office required

📞 (866) 440-0302

✉ info@letscatapult.org

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm EST

Zip codes: 60115

24-Hour Response Guarantee

Every DeKalb inquiry receives a personal response within one business day.

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