Human Resources Director
$75 - $83 per hourLaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is hiring for a Director of Human Resources for a 9 month contract based in downtown Chicago. The Director of Human Resources will provide strategic and operational HR leadership during a transitional period for a leading Chicago-based university. This role will oversee a team of HR professionals while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leaders across assigned academic units.
The Director of Human Resources will ensure continuity of HR operations, strengthen team capability, and provide proactive, solutions-oriented leadership in a dynamic and evolving higher education environment. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring strong people management skills, executive presence, and the ability to balance strategic oversight with day-to-day execution. Director of Human Resources Responsibilities:Provide direction and oversight to the HR team across assigned business units
Manage, coach, and develop team members, including mentoring junior HR staff
Act as HR Business Partner to executive leaders, offering strategic counsel and practical solutions
Provide forward-looking workforce planning, forecasting potential challenges and mitigating risks
Drive proactive, solutions-focused HR initiatives aligned with university objectives
Effectively manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced academic environment
Maintain strong executive presence and credibility with senior leadership
Ensure smooth HR operations and service delivery across academic units
Support organizational design and workforce planning initiatives
Oversee employee relations, performance management, and compliance matters
Partner with leadership on talent acquisition, succession planning, and talent development
Foster a collaborative, high-performing HR team
Align HR practices with university policies and best practices in higher education
Director of Human Resources Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Demonstrated experience managing and developing HR professionals
Exposure across all major HR functions including employee relations, leadership development, talent acquisition, and compliance
Strategic thinker with strong execution capability
Action-oriented and adaptable in evolving environments
Solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to build credibility with executive leaders and faculty stakeholders
Familiarity with broad HR best practices; higher education experience preferred
Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills
Key Details:
Work Model: This position offers a hybrid working model of four days on-site in downtown Chicago.
Compensation: The hourly pay rate for this role ranges from $75-83/hr.
- Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit
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