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Job type full-time
Full job description
The director of human resources is responsible for administering human resources plans, policies, and procedures for all staff and facultyThe director of human resources must be able to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced, quickly changing environmentThis position reports directly to the vice president of human resources, and receives services, support and assistance from human resources at tcs education system (tcs)Working with leadership, the position provides strong human resources vision and oversees hr services, employee relations, recruiting, compensation, records, workers compensation, diversity initiatives, temporary and student employment, and staff training.
Principle duties:
Oversee the day-to-day human resources operations, including supervision and coordination of the hr generalists.
Provide oversight of the investigation and resolution of ongoing employee relations problems, anticipate problems whenever possible, and develop, recommend, and initiate effective resolutions
Provide assistance to leadership in process, policy, and procedure development and documentation
Drive compliance of human resources policies and procedures; ensure compliance with all federal and state employment and labor law and the accurate processing of all employment and hr related forms (i.eI-9, w-4, etc.) including licensure for applicable faculty
Manage the onboarding and termination process, including maintaining accurate documentation of all new hires and employee terminations
Safeguard confidential employment data and health records and electronic data; accurately managing employee files, inputting/terminating employees in the database, and creating efficiencies/changes to the employee filing system as required
Partner with tcs payroll to ensure employee information is properly processed
Administer employee benefits, promoting awareness and education and coordinating informational sharing
Communicate employment policies, procedures, management guidelines and accreditation requirements
Manage faculty contract process, including renewals, new contracts, and terminations
Provide strategic recruitment efforts
Manage annual benefits open enrollment in coordination with tcs
Manage the performance evaluation program including meeting with managers to determine goals for team/individual performers and coaching managers on delivering constructive feedback
Coordinate with tcs to facilitate training sessions for employees which may include: team building, communication, management training, sexual harassment training, new employee orientation, open enrollment, process changes, etc.
Provide metrics, analytical data, and reporting to support budgets, forecasts, and employee surveys
Sustain an environment where human resources collaborates with faculty and staff in the planning and execution of services, utilizing appropriate communication channels
Provide critical hr leadership particularly in times of change and growth
Develop the competencies and proficiency of human resources staff
Essential knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of state employment laws and federal employment law
Higher education experience, knowledge of training and development, and professional certification are preferred
Ability to be a strategic thinker and develop creative solutions to unique situations
Experience with best practices in all aspects of human resources and data driven solutions
Ability to lead strategically and operationally
Comfortable dealing with difficult situations and managing issues accordingly
Experience with organizational structure/restructuring; knowledge around workforce operating efficiencies
Strong leadership skills and team orientation, effective interpersonal skills, superior written and verbal communication skills
Ability to relate and communicate with all levels and styles of management through excellent listening and communication skills that engender trust and support
Excellent problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficient in microsoft office, in particular, ms word and excel
Ability to travel as needed
Position qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Shrm certified shrm cp/scp phr/sphr or hr-specific graduate degree
At least eight years of generalist human resources experience, at least three of those in a management role
The chicago school of professional psychology offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of educationSome of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (fsa), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.
The chicago school of professional psychology is an equal opportunity employer.
