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Cook County Government · 2 weeks ago

DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES (BUREAU OF HUMAN RESOURCES) – SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$157K/yr - $192K/yr

5+ years exp

Cook County Bureau of Human Resources is seeking an experienced HR leader with a strong background in complex organizations to oversee daily human resources functions and operations. This role involves collaborating with senior leadership to develop policies, guide staff initiatives, and represent the bureau in meetings regarding personnel matters.

GovernmentNon ProfitResidential

Responsibilities

Oversees daily human resources (HR) functions and operations

Coordinates the efforts of managers and collaborates confidentially with senior leadership to develop policies and evaluate staff efforts

Leads the planning, development, and implementation of projects and programs, with primary responsibility for the overseeing the public service counter and public facing activities

Represents the bureau/department in meetings with elected and administrative officials to discuss hiring and other personnel related matters

Reviews, finalizes, and approves various personnel actions while keeping senior leadership informed of matters requiring their attention

Collaborates with senior leadership to plan, develop, and implement programs that enhance personnel effectiveness and support the management of divisions within the bureau/department

Oversees HR functions related to the central administration, including training and career development, employee relations, equal employment opportunity (EEO), leave management, talent acquisition, and onboarding

Addresses and resolves a wide variety of day-to-day operational issues, often requiring direct intervention with high-ranking personnel across County offices to resolve matters related to employee rights, salary adjustments, return to work, and job placement

Evaluates policies and procedures, recommending improvements to ensure compliance with regulations and alignment with best practices

Coordinates hiring, wage, and salary administration, and position classification

Reviews and processes personnel actions for senior leadership approval

Works with senior leadership to establish goals and objectives, develop timelines, and respond to special needs and compliance requirements

Conducts research and analyzes HR trends using reports and metrics from the HRIS and talent management systems

Ensures bureau/department have the necessary resources to meet expectations and fulfill responsibilities

Monitors staffing and recruiting needs, implementing best practices for hiring and talent management that align with the County’s Employment Plan

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Human Resources ManagementLabor RelationsPolicy DevelopmentEmployee RelationsTalent AcquisitionHRIS ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsConfidentiality

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher

Five (5) years of human resources, labor relations or directly related experience

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, Sociology, Political Science or Labor Relations or Juris Doctor (JD)

Eight (8) years of human resources or labor relations experience

Six (6) years of prior management or supervisory experience

Benefits

Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans

Flexible Teleworking Options

Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)

Pension Plan

Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts – Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend

Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.