Description

•         Plans, implements, and evaluates employee relations and human resources policies, programs and practices.
•         Recruits, interviews, and recommends selection of candidates to fill vacant positions.
•         Drafts and updates job requirements, descriptions, and titles.
•         Leads onboarding and offboarding processes.
•         Coordinates and conducts employee training.
•         Ensures planning, monitoring, and appraisal of employee work results by training Division managers and supervisors in coaching and employee                    discipline matters.
•         Advises Senior Management in resolution of employee relations issues. 
•         In collaboration with the Legal Department, ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations by conducting investigations,                  maintaining records, and implementing required updates.
•         Prepares and updates human resource policies and procedures.
•         Leads staff in payroll processing procedures.
•         Must be able to work extended hours and weekends during election cycles.
•         Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

•         Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Management (with emphasis Human Resources), or Organizational Behavior
•         At least five (5) years of experience in progressively responsible human resource roles, including labor relations.
•         Three (3) or more years in a supervisory role.
•         Professional certification in SHRM (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) or HRCI (PHR, SPHR, GPHR, HRMP, HRBP)
•         Demonstrated experience in performance management.
•         Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Applications, and experience with HRIS (e.g. ADP, Oracle, Kronos)
•         Excellent verbal and written skills.
•         Strong conflict resolution and critical thinking skills.
•         Excellent organizational skills, dependent and responsive with attention to details and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
•         Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
•         Must be a resident of the City of Chicago.