HR & Culture Leader | Union & Talent Development

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

10 company holidays

401(k) with employer match

Voluntary benefits

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager to partner with museum leaders to build a high‑performing, inclusive culture. You will shape policies, lead labor relations efforts, and drive development programs across the organization.

The role requires 5–7 years of generalist HR experience with 3+ years supervising, plus strong HRIS/ADP proficiency, and a commitment to collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of generalist experience is required with at least 3 years as a supervisor/manager.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field is a plus.
• Experience managing union-related matters, including grievances and contract administration, required.
• Experience in HR administration, including proficiency with HR information systems (HRIS/ADP preferred) and related HR processes.
• Experience managing a diverse team is required.
• HR certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge and experience working directly with all aspects of HR: Learning & Development, Employee/Labor Relations, Recruitment, Compensation, Benefits, and organizational design is required.
• Must be a team player and able to work across multiple functions and disciplines and possess strong collaboration skills.
• Personal leadership skills and a team player/collaborative focus.
• Problem solving mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results through influence.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Must have and maintain a knowledge of employment law and regulations.
• Strong Computer skills including MS Office Suite required

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver policies and programs across the museum.
• Manage employee/labor relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions and unemployment process.
• Serve as primary HR contact for Union matters and grievances.
• Identify employee development training and compliance needs and develop methods and programs.
• Lead annual performance review process.
• Build talent management, learning, and development initiatives and programs.
• Provide expertise in HR areas: employee relations, development, recruitment, compensation, and organizational design.
• Build trust and partnerships with business leaders.
• Act as influencer and change agent across the institution.
• Support resource planning including recruiting, organizational design, job evaluation, and compensation processes.
• Capture, analyze and report HR data to identify needs and develop solutions.
• Provide backup to HR colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General HR experience

Supervisor/managerexperience

Union experience

HRIS/ADP

Diversity and inclusion

Team collaboration

Data analysis/reports

Confidential information handling

Employment law knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

HR certification (preferred)

Tools

HRIS/ADP

Job description

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager to partner with museum leaders to build a high‑performing, inclusive culture. You will shape policies, lead labor relations efforts, and drive development programs across the organization.

The role requires 5–7 years of generalist HR experience with 3+ years supervising, plus strong HRIS/ADP proficiency, and a commitment to collaboration across functions.