City Colleges of Chicago is hiring: Human Resources Director in Chicago

Overview

Human Resources Director at Malcolm X College, City Colleges of Chicago. The college operates with honesty, transparency, and ethics, and seeks a full-time Director of Human Resources to lead HR functions for the college and collaborate with District HR.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and deliver HR programs and services to campus employees in onboarding, learning and organizational development, workforce planning, performance management, professional development, policy and procedure implementation, and labor/employee relations.
• Collaborate with District Office leadership (Compensation, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Labor Relations, Employee Services and HRIS) and oversee strategic HR initiatives for the college.
• Contribute to organizational goals related to SEM, Equity, and strategic plans; provide consultative services to college leadership on workforce issues.
• Develop and implement HR processes and procedures compliant with institutional standards, accreditation (HLC) and related requirements.
• Participate in budgeting with college administrators and senior managers; assist in packaging and submission of the annual operating budget.
• Supervise HR staff and coordinate HR services with District HR.
• Lead recruitment and talent management strategies to attract and retain a diverse, skilled workforce.
• Administer employee recognition initiatives to improve workplace culture and engagement.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, disciplinary actions, union grievances, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements and laws.
• Foster diversity and inclusive collaboration; analyze workforce data to inform decisions.
• Manage HR processes such as faculty lane changes, reclassifications, new positions, and other personnel actions.
• Oversee performance management, coaching, and development plans with managers.
• Respond to data requests from agencies and external organizations; manage HR projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree strongly preferred
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred
• Five years of experience as HR Generalist/HR Manager in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership and supervisory experience in HR; experience in a highly unionized environment preferred
• Experience in developing and implementing HR strategies and large-scale initiatives
• Strong communication and partnership-building skills with senior leaders
• Commitment to diversity and meeting HR objectives
• Knowledge of federal/state employment laws; ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently and in a diverse environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; strong organizational and analytical skills
• Proficiency with HRMS/ATS systems (PeopleSoft, Taleo) a plus; Microsoft Office proficiency

Salary Range: $104,775 – $115,000. Offered salary will be determined by education, knowledge, skills and abilities, and internal equity.

Benefits information is available at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago. Malcolm X College has been recognized as a Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner by NISOD and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education.

We offer excellent health benefits, retirement plans, generous leave, tuition reimbursement, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness. For more details, please visit our benefits page.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Education Management

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