Head of Recruiting & HR

Concordia University Chicago (CUC), a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university, invites applications for the full-time, exempt position of Director of Human Resources. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Finance and is located in River Forest, IL.
The Director of Human Resources has authority over and is responsible for managing all human resources functions for the University: benefits administration, budget and planning, labor and employee relations, compensation, talent management, HRIS, and all human resources related compliance mandates for Concordia University Chicago. Human Resources Management:
Builds a culture of trust, collegiality, employee engagement, and compliance
Effectively manages HR personnel, operations, and budget
Continually monitors HR operations and determines appropriate technology systems and support
Employee Recruitment and Selection:
Partners with senior university leaders to recruit and retain a faithful, qualified workforce to advance the CUC mission
Tracks and assesses CUC's effectiveness in recruiting personnel
Determines and approves compensation levels and practices for all positions prior to posting to ensure internal and external equity
Primary institutional liaison with external providers for all employee health, welfare, and benefit plans. In partnership with executive leadership, reviews and analyzes current benefits offered through Concordia Plans
Employee Relations:
Informs and advises employees of HR-related policies, procedures and practices through the Employee Handbook
Collaborates with supervisors in effectively managing employees
Proactively offers solutions that align with mission and legal requirements
Serves as Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Collaborates with HR staff to administer FMLA and ADA requests

Employee Training and Professional Development:
Fosters a culture of professionalism, collegiality, employee engagement, and compliance by implementing effective training and talent management programs and by effectively receiving and responding to employee concerns
Identifies employee development and training needs/ opportunities
Special Projects and other duties as assigned:
Serves as a member of the University Leadership Team (ULT)
Serves as the Administrative Liaison to Staff Council

~ Thorough knowledge of employment law and regulations, as well as human resources best practices
Strong administrative skills, including supervisory, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Technically proficient with computer programs; specifically Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & BANNER preferred
Improves work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information
7 years of progressively responsible HR experience required
~ Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; OR comparable years of HR experience, education, and certification
SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or other relevant HR certifications preferred
Working knowledge of Title IX, HRIS, and wage compensation systems preferred
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Supplemental Life Insurance
Application Information:
Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume, and references with their online application.
Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.
Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.
Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. All undergraduate and graduate degrees fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs;