Director Human Resources
Director - Human ResourcesHarold Washington CollegeCity Colleges of ChicagoCity Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 68,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
Each college's Office of Human Resources (HR), working in collaboration with District's HR Department, is responsible for executing HR strategy and administering HR programs and operational HR functions, providing an innovative, efficient, and collaborative HR organization that recognizes the diversity of CCC's college community, enhances organizational effectiveness, and ensures the hiring, retention and development of a highly qualified and diverse workforce.
The Office of Human Resources is committed to being a strategic partner that provides the best possible services to faculty and staff to support its goals and objectives.
We deliver exemplary service and implement innovative solutions that enable City Colleges to attract, retain, develop and reward a diverse workforce and empower employees to support City Colleges' vision.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE Reporting to a college President, and serving as a senior leader in the President's executive team, the Director-Human Resources leads and manages human resources (HR) functions for the college, overseeing the college's daily HR operations while effectively integrating HR expertise into the college's business process.
The Director-Human Resources takes a mission-oriented approach with a focus on building organizational and HR capabilities; influencing organizational changes in alignment with the college's strategic goals; and working collaboratively with district's HR staff in administering human resources programs, policies, and procedures in support of the college's mission and vision, as well as the district's long-term strategic goals.
The Director-Human Resources is a highly visible position that serves as an advisor to college leadership and managers on matters of HR policy and practices; implements and interprets strategies into actions to deliver sustainable solutions to support a growing and changing environment; ensures the college's HR operations and practices are in alignment with CCC's HR policies and procedures and in compliance with CCC's collective bargaining agreements and all applicable federal, state and local labor laws; supervises campus HR staff and is responsible for managing and providing HR services to employees and managers in coordination with District HR in all functional areas of HR.
Performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES oDevelops, coordinates and delivers effective HR programs and services to campus employees in the areas of onboarding, learning and organizational development, workforce planning, performance management and professional development, policy and procedure implementation, and labor and employee relations.
oCollaborates with District Office leadership team (Compensation, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Labor Relations, Employee Services and HRIS) and oversees strategic initiatives connected to the college to ensure cohesive delivery of HR services.
oContributes to the development of organizational goals regarding the creation, implementation, measures, and outcomes of college plans which may include Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM), Equity, and Strategic plans.
oProvides consultative services to college leadership and managers relating to workforce issues that impact campus operations, working with district HR staff to provide strategic guidance, technical expertise and deliver effective HR solutions.
oDevelops and implements HR processes and procedures critical to efficient and effective operations.
Executes and evaluates processes and procedures in compliance with institutional, organizational, and Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and other accreditation standards.
oWorks collaboratively with college administrators and senior managers in planning and preparing the college's annual operating budget.
Participates in management meetings relating to workforce planning, department re-structuring, and resource allocation.
Assists in packaging and submission of final operating budget to Chancellor's office.
oSupervises HR Specialist and support staff engaged in implementing HR programs, delivering HR services and processing HR transactions.
oExecutes recruitment and talent management strategies to attract, develop, engage, and retain a diverse, skilled, and effective workforce.
oAdministers employee recognition and related initiatives to improve workplace culture, employee satisfaction, and engagement continually.
oProvides tactical and strategic guidance to managers and supervisors on best practices for addressing employee relations matters including handling disciplinary actions, terminations, union grievances, progressive discipline, and conflict resolution and various other issues pertaining to employee management, adherence to collective bargaining agreements and Board policies, federal and state employment laws and regulations.
oCreates action plans to foster an environment that leverages diversity and incorporates best practices for collaboration and inclusion.
Proactively considers workforce trends, employee data, and institutional needs.
oExecutes HR processes and procedures such as faculty lane advances, reclassifications, new positions, and other personnel changes.
oFacilitates and maintains performance management programs, providing coaching and guidance to managers, reviewing completed appraisals, and working with managers on creating and implementing performance improvement plans oResponds to data requests from ICCB, HLC, college leadership, and external organizations.
oLeads and manages HR projects.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Reports To College President Direct Supervision Human Resources Specialist; HR Coordinator; support staff QUALIFICATIONS oA Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field oMaster's degree strongly preferred oPHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred oFive years of work experience as an HR Generalist and/or HR Manager in a fast-paced high-volume work environment.
oDemonstrated progressively responsible leadership, supervisory, and management roles in human resources oExperience working in a highly unionized environment is strongly preferred oExperience in developing and implementing HR strategies as well as large-scale, complex HR initiatives oDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build strong partnerships with senior leaders oDemonstrated commitment to diversity and providing leadership in meeting the HR objectives of the organization oKnowledge of federal and state employment and labor laws and practices oAbility to prioritize workload, multi-task, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment oAbility to independently establish direction in one's work without requiring close supervision oAbility to work well in a culturally diverse environment and with all levels of the organization oAbility to handle all situations with diplomacy, tact, and the highest level of confidentiality oExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills oExcellent organizational skills oStrong analytical and problem-solving skills oKnowledge of PeopleSoft, Taleo, and other HRMS or ATS, a plus oProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.
Harold Washington College, located at 30 East Lake Street in Chicago's Loop, is a student-centered institution that empowers all members of its community through accessible and affordable academic advancement, career development and personal enrichment.
At HWC, employees contribute to the success of our students while enjoying competitive compensation and outstanding benefits packages.
Build your future at City Colleges of Chicago and ensure more students complete their curricula - college-ready, career-ready and prepared to pursue their life's goals.
This is an exciting time in the history of City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), District 508, the largest community college system in Illinois and one of the largest in the nation.
Recommended Skills Analytical Business Administration Business Processes Coaching And Mentoring Collective Bargaining Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Each college's Office of Human Resources (HR), working in collaboration with District's HR Department, is responsible for executing HR strategy and administering HR programs and operational HR functions, providing an innovative, efficient, and collaborative HR organization that recognizes the diversity of CCC's college community, enhances organizational effectiveness, and ensures the hiring, retention and development of a highly qualified and diverse workforce.
The Office of Human Resources is committed to being a strategic partner that provides the best possible services to faculty and staff to support its goals and objectives.
We deliver exemplary service and implement innovative solutions that enable City Colleges to attract, retain, develop and reward a diverse workforce and empower employees to support City Colleges' vision.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE Reporting to a college President, and serving as a senior leader in the President's executive team, the Director-Human Resources leads and manages human resources (HR) functions for the college, overseeing the college's daily HR operations while effectively integrating HR expertise into the college's business process.
The Director-Human Resources takes a mission-oriented approach with a focus on building organizational and HR capabilities; influencing organizational changes in alignment with the college's strategic goals; and working collaboratively with district's HR staff in administering human resources programs, policies, and procedures in support of the college's mission and vision, as well as the district's long-term strategic goals.
The Director-Human Resources is a highly visible position that serves as an advisor to college leadership and managers on matters of HR policy and practices; implements and interprets strategies into actions to deliver sustainable solutions to support a growing and changing environment; ensures the college's HR operations and practices are in alignment with CCC's HR policies and procedures and in compliance with CCC's collective bargaining agreements and all applicable federal, state and local labor laws; supervises campus HR staff and is responsible for managing and providing HR services to employees and managers in coordination with District HR in all functional areas of HR.
Performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES oDevelops, coordinates and delivers effective HR programs and services to campus employees in the areas of onboarding, learning and organizational development, workforce planning, performance management and professional development, policy and procedure implementation, and labor and employee relations.
oCollaborates with District Office leadership team (Compensation, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Labor Relations, Employee Services and HRIS) and oversees strategic initiatives connected to the college to ensure cohesive delivery of HR services.
oContributes to the development of organizational goals regarding the creation, implementation, measures, and outcomes of college plans which may include Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM), Equity, and Strategic plans.
oProvides consultative services to college leadership and managers relating to workforce issues that impact campus operations, working with district HR staff to provide strategic guidance, technical expertise and deliver effective HR solutions.
oDevelops and implements HR processes and procedures critical to efficient and effective operations.
Executes and evaluates processes and procedures in compliance with institutional, organizational, and Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and other accreditation standards.
oWorks collaboratively with college administrators and senior managers in planning and preparing the college's annual operating budget.
Participates in management meetings relating to workforce planning, department re-structuring, and resource allocation.
Assists in packaging and submission of final operating budget to Chancellor's office.
oSupervises HR Specialist and support staff engaged in implementing HR programs, delivering HR services and processing HR transactions.
oExecutes recruitment and talent management strategies to attract, develop, engage, and retain a diverse, skilled, and effective workforce.
oAdministers employee recognition and related initiatives to improve workplace culture, employee satisfaction, and engagement continually.
oProvides tactical and strategic guidance to managers and supervisors on best practices for addressing employee relations matters including handling disciplinary actions, terminations, union grievances, progressive discipline, and conflict resolution and various other issues pertaining to employee management, adherence to collective bargaining agreements and Board policies, federal and state employment laws and regulations.
oCreates action plans to foster an environment that leverages diversity and incorporates best practices for collaboration and inclusion.
Proactively considers workforce trends, employee data, and institutional needs.
oExecutes HR processes and procedures such as faculty lane advances, reclassifications, new positions, and other personnel changes.
oFacilitates and maintains performance management programs, providing coaching and guidance to managers, reviewing completed appraisals, and working with managers on creating and implementing performance improvement plans oResponds to data requests from ICCB, HLC, college leadership, and external organizations.
oLeads and manages HR projects.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Reports To College President Direct Supervision Human Resources Specialist; HR Coordinator; support staff QUALIFICATIONS oA Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field oMaster's degree strongly preferred oPHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP preferred oFive years of work experience as an HR Generalist and/or HR Manager in a fast-paced high-volume work environment.
oDemonstrated progressively responsible leadership, supervisory, and management roles in human resources oExperience working in a highly unionized environment is strongly preferred oExperience in developing and implementing HR strategies as well as large-scale, complex HR initiatives oDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build strong partnerships with senior leaders oDemonstrated commitment to diversity and providing leadership in meeting the HR objectives of the organization oKnowledge of federal and state employment and labor laws and practices oAbility to prioritize workload, multi-task, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment oAbility to independently establish direction in one's work without requiring close supervision oAbility to work well in a culturally diverse environment and with all levels of the organization oAbility to handle all situations with diplomacy, tact, and the highest level of confidentiality oExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills oExcellent organizational skills oStrong analytical and problem-solving skills oKnowledge of PeopleSoft, Taleo, and other HRMS or ATS, a plus oProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.
Harold Washington College, located at 30 East Lake Street in Chicago's Loop, is a student-centered institution that empowers all members of its community through accessible and affordable academic advancement, career development and personal enrichment.
At HWC, employees contribute to the success of our students while enjoying competitive compensation and outstanding benefits packages.
Build your future at City Colleges of Chicago and ensure more students complete their curricula - college-ready, career-ready and prepared to pursue their life's goals.
This is an exciting time in the history of City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), District 508, the largest community college system in Illinois and one of the largest in the nation.
Recommended Skills Analytical Business Administration Business Processes Coaching And Mentoring Collective Bargaining Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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