Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director      

Number of vacancies: 1

Salary Range: $82,000-$90,000 Based on Qualifications

The Executive Ethics Commission (EEC) of the State of Illinois seeks applicants for the position of Human Resources Director. The EEC promotes ethics in public service and ensures that the State's business is conducted with efficiency, transparency, fairness, and integrity. The Commission's activities range from overseeing annual ethics training to enforcing the Ethics Act for all employees of the executive branch of State government. The EEC also provides independent oversight of the procurement process. The EEC is a nine-member commission. Five commissioners are appointed by the Governor, and one commissioner each is appointed from the Attorney General, Secretary of State, Comptroller, and Treasurer. 

The staff members of the Executive Ethics Commission are dedicated public servants focused on providing exceptional service and valuable results to the people we serve. The Human Resources Director is joining the agency as the new Executive Director continues to modernize the agency’s operations.   The ideal candidate will serve as a dynamic leader who aligns and executes HR strategy to contribute to the agency’s success. This role will be instrumental in shaping the agency’s culture, supporting agency strategies, and developing a talent pipeline necessary to make an impact.

The ideal candidate will be a process-driven individual with strong hands-on experience creating strategy and aligning policies, programs, and practices with industry best practices and applicable laws. Individuals who can navigate complex challenges and think and plan strategically, while balancing the rules of human resources with humanity, compassion, and care for our team. We are looking for a dependable person who meets commitments and is committed to professional development.  We endeavor to own our decisions and our mistakes but celebrate our achievements.

The Human Resources Director will guide and coordinate the implementation of policies and manage the services, practices, and programs of the Human Resources Unit. The Director will also ensure human resource practices, objectives, policies, and procedures utilized within the EEC are compliant with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and applicable executive orders.

Responsibilities of the Human Resources Director include:

• Lead a Human Resources team focused on driving accountability. 
• Manage and administer the various HR functions such as policy development and implementation, recruitment, compensation, learning and development, employee relations, personnel file management, record keeping, as well as compliance.
• Communicate, model, and enforce agency values.
• Respond to employees regarding employee relation issues. 
• Advise department managers on all personnel matters, including employee relation issues; Performance, Growth and Achievement Plan (PGAP); wage and salary reviews; and other employment matters.
• Develop, manage, and conduct new employee orientation and manager training.

• Own the talent management life cycle with proactive workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, organizational design, and employee experience.
• Provide direction and consultation on emerging trends and evolving recruiting practices for talent.
• Develop and utilize metrics and reports to ensure productivity and effectiveness of recruiting efforts.
• Ensure a safe work environment.
• Support the agency by assisting with the creation and implementation of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives and action plans.
• Manager and direct the HR Representative and other junior members of the HR team.
• Develop and maintain a strong, interactive relationship with all HR team members, as well as assist with their professional development.
• Serve as State Retirement Coordinator, Group Insurance Representative, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Coordinator, and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator.
• Coordinate the planning and host the EEC All Employee Bi-Annual Forum.
• Serve as administrator of the electronic Central Time and Attendance System (CTAS) and eTime; establish and maintain electronic employee timekeeping records through CTAS and eTime; oversee submission of and maintain hard-copy timekeeping records for employees unable to participate in CTAS and eTime.
• Provide support to the Office Administrator with payroll.
• Ensures human resource practices, objectives, policies, and procedures utilized within the EEC are compliant with applicable laws, rules, and policies by researching laws and statutes, and implementing and updating practices, policies and procedures as needed.
• Manage special projects as needed and all other tasks or activities needed for the achievement of agency goals.

Minimum Requirements:

To become a part of this energetic and exceptional organization the Human Resources Director must possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with evidence of aligning HR strategy to business strategies.
• Extensive knowledge of human resources as well as laws, rules, policies, and best practices regarding human resources.
• Extensive demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications as well as working knowledge of video conferencing software such as WebEx, Teams, and/or Zoom.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality while addressing employee and agency issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and written.
• Proven leadership, project management, and time management skills.
• Strong functional leadership with team skills to support the agency’s needs.
• Solid business acumen, management reporting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Requirements:   

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with evidence of aligning HR strategy to business strategies.
• Evidence of continued education regarding Human Resources.
• Demonstrated ability to use Human Resource information applications and learn HCM and SAP
• Human Resources Certification.
• Evidence of intermediate + knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (including but not limited to Word, Excel, Forms, Lists, Planner etc.)

Office Information         
The Human Resources Director will report to the Chief Counsel of Human Resources/Senior Counsel.  The HR Director will work in a collaborative environment, interacting with state employees and the public via email, mail, telephone, WebEx, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and in person. The work location is an office setting, requiring business casual or business dress attire. 
 

Address:  401 South Spring Street, William Stratton Building, Room 515

     Springfield, Illinois 62706

Work hours: This is a full-time position with a work week consisting of 37 ½ hours per work during normal business hours.

Benefits: This position is eligible to be a member of the State of Illinois Group Insurance program with generous health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options.  Additionally, this position will earn 12 paid sick days per calendar year, a minimum of 10 paid vacation days per calendar year, 3 paid personal days per calendar year, and 12 paid state holidays per calendar year, prorated based on start date.

This is a non-code position.  This position is not subject to collective bargaining and does not require a current grade from Central Management Services.

Agency Contact: Executive Ethics Commission Human Resources Office:  EEC.HR@illinois.gov

How to Apply: Email a resume and cover letter to EEC.HR@illinois.gov by 4:30pm on Friday, April 5, 2021.

NOTE: Salary amounts shown are only to be used as a guide; actual salary will be determined at the time of hire.

The Executive Ethics Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, State agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the State provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. Please contact the Human Resources Office with requests for reasonable accommodations.  The Equal Employment Opportunity / American with Disabilities Act Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with these laws. Any issues or concerns should be addressed to the EEO/ADA Officer at 401 S. Spring St, Room 515, Springfield, Illinois, 62706, or by calling (217) 558-1393.