Director of Human Resources

Eastern Illinois University; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Illinois University invites applications for a Director of Human Resources. The appointee reports to the Vice President for Business Affairs and leads a comprehensive HR department, including civil service, benefits, training, bargaining, and policy development.

Required: a Bachelor’s in HRM or related field, at least five years in HR with three in a leadership role, and excellent communication skills. Starting Jan 1, 2027; salary $115,000–$130,000, benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business, or related field.
• Five years of HR experience with at least three in a management or leadership role.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all aspects of civil service and university employee HR activities.
• Provide leadership for employee benefits, workers' compensation, FMLA, ADA accommodations.
• Direct HR information systems and ensure efficient, customer-focused processes.
• Oversee recruitment, screening, testing, interviewing, orientation, and compensation.
• Serve as DER of the State Universities Civil Service System and liaison to Civil Service Council.
• Develop and implement personnel policies; manage the budget for the HR unit.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

HR administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM or related field

Job description

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Position Announcement

Director of Human Resources

Eastern Illinois University is seeking applications and nominations for a highly motivated and experienced administrator to serve as the University's Director of Human Resources. The Director reports to the Vice President for Business Affairs and has primary responsibilities for the administration and leadership of a comprehensive human resources department. Areas of responsibilities include all phases of employment for civil service employees, including efforts to achieve diversity within the workplace; employee training and professional development; participation in collective bargaining process; contract administration; position classification and compensation; and benefits for all university employees.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Management, Business, or other related field required
• Five years of recent applicable human resources experience, with at least 3 in a significant management or leadership role
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in related field
• Relevant professional experience in Higher Education

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading, administering, coordinating and supervising all aspects of programs and activities for civil service employees in the following areas: recruitment, screening, testing, interviewing, employment, orientation, compensation and classification, training and development, performance appraisals, and maintenance of electronic files for employees
• Leading, administering, coordinating and supervising all aspects of programs and activities for all employees in the following areas: Employee Benefits, Workers Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, Family and Medical Leave Act administration, and ADA accommodations
• Providing leadership in maintaining quality staff through recruitment, retention, and professional development, with attention given to achieving diversity in the workplace
• Providing leadership in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures for matters related to employees.
• Providing leadership and direction for HR information systems to create efficient and customer service-oriented processes
• Manage unemployment claims and matters
• Implementing and managing the university background check and MVR process.
• Managing the desk audit process
• Serving as financial manager and assuming responsibility for the appropriate use and management of funds for the Human Resources unit
• Serving as the University's designated employer representative (DER) of the State Universities Civil Service System
• Serving as an administrative liaison to the University's Civil Service Council.
• Coordinating with Employee and Labor Relations on civil service disciplinary issues and other civil service matters. A member of various negotiation teams when requested
• Assist with development and administration of mandatory training, such as Identity Protection Act training and other training as mandated
• Represent the University on various external committees
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Business Affairs

• Compensation: $115,000 $130,000 (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
• Work Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Start Date: January 1, 2027, desired; appointment date negotiable.
• Benefits Overview: Eastern Illinois University is proud to offer an excellent benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and career goals. This position is eligible for the following Benefits
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Competitive employee insurance premiums with flexible plan options.
• Vision Insurance: Vision coverage is included with medical at no cost.