Staffing Specialist, Facilities

Job Summary Under the direction of the Staffing Manager, the Staffing Specialist will be responsible for processing staffing transactions, including recruitment, temporary staffing, transfers, discipline, and union relations, while supporting over 1,200 custodial staff and addressing routine inquiries and employee concerns to assist overall staffing operations. Responsibilities Assist the Staffing Manager with the discipline and grievance process for union employees, scheduling meetings and hearings related to discipline, grievance, and investigations, and representing the department as needed. Address employee concerns related to staffing at sites, verify employee hours, and approve overtime using relevant industry and departmental benchmarks. Assist with the hiring process by reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting phone screens, and processing paperwork. Respond to routine inquiries related to policies, payroll, bid process, and other employment matters. Support training activities during professional development days and new hire orientation. Qualifications Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree is highly preferred. Experience Required: Minimum of five (5) years of related professional work experience, including: Minimum three (3) years of progressive human resource experience, including responsibility for maintaining computer systems. Customer experience and working with all levels of management. Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Suite. Experience supporting work in a union environment is preferred. Experience working with confidential information is preferred. Experience with HRIS systems preferred (e.g., PeopleSoft, Taleo, Oracle, Kronos). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Solid planning and organizational skills with the ability to develop work plans and follow through with limited direction. High standards of ethical behavior and professionalism; ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality with highly sensitive information. Superior organizational, time‑management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact with staff at all levels in a fast‑paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient with a high level of professionalism. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chicago Public Schools