Director of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership on human resource matters. The scope of responsibility includes employee relations, payroll, benefits programs, recruiting, employee orientation and training, grievances, and policy development and implementation. The Director of Human Resources works closely with members of Cabinet to evaluate current practices and implement innovative processes that will meet the contemporary needs of the College. 

Essential Functions:
The following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.

• Provide leadership and management of the Human Resources Office to advance the mission and vision of Illinois College
• Oversee all campus HR programs, including benefits administration, compensation, recruitment, payroll, performance management, engagement, and related functions
• Supervise the HR team, providing support and training
• Serve as systems expert and point of contact for the Colleges HRIS/Payroll system
• Administer and track FMLA and other forms of employee leaves
• Maintain policy manuals, including the employee handbook, and ensure that information is up-to-date and accurate, and in compliance with any state and/or federal regulations
• Manage the annual staff evaluation and salary letter distribution processes
• Compile and submit data for internal and external reporting purposes
• Ensure the accuracy of all HR data including insurance, payroll, and liability accounts 
• Administer employee training programs including sexual harassment, mandated reporter, and others as needed and appropriate
• Collaborate with immigration attorneys and employees for immigration sponsorship needs
• Oversee the Worker’s Compensation program
• Respond to Unemployment Insurance inquiries
• Ensure that the College remains in compliance with all employment legislation on a state and federal level 
• Work closely with the CFO and Controller to project staff salary budget
• Provide counsel to the President’s Office and Cabinet members on human resources matters, including the selection of insurance providers
• Advise the Provost and Dean of Faculty on HR matters specific to the faculty and provisions of the Faculty Handbook
• Address staff grievances and serve as an advisor to staff and supervisors for personnel issues
• Serve as Privacy Official pertaining to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), with all associated responsibilities
• Keep current on legal issues in human resource management and work with legal counsel, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, psychology, or related field, required; Master’s degree strongly preferred
• Minimum of three years progressively responsible professional-level work experience in the field of Human Resources, required; five or more years, preferred
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound professional judgment
• PHR or SPHR, and/or SHRM-CP or SHRM-CPS certification, strongly preferred
• Experience in a higher education setting, strongly preferred
• Familiarity with the academic environment, including the tenure system, preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships, engage in creative problem-solving, and extend enlightened hospitality when working with others
• Ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality
• Understanding of the legal aspects of human resources
• Intercultural competency; ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Extensive computer skills including skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience working with and maintaining a comprehensive HRIS, preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as necessary

Additional Job Details:
Job Title: Director of Human Resources
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Vice President of Business Affairs
Status: Full Time, Salaried,12 month
Date Last Revised: June 2025
Pay Range: Starting at $85,000
Benefits Information: To view benefit information related to this position, please visit this link: https://www.ic.edu/humanresources/benefits

About Illinois College:
Illinois College is a residential, private liberal arts college located in the heart of Illinois, 70 miles northeast of Saint Louis, Missouri, and 30 miles west of Springfield, the capital of Illinois. True to its founding vision in 1829, Illinois College is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service, fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.