HR Director (ERP Backfill- Temporary)

Clay Today; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago seeks a dynamic temporary HR Director to provide executive and operational leadership for HR programs during a period of organizational transition amid ERP implementation.

Reporting to the CHRO, the Interim HR Director will guide HR managers, ensure compliance, and partner with campuses across Chicagoland and the Rome Center to deliver high-quality HR services through July 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing professional staff and teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, investigations, organizational development, labor relations, staffing, workforce planning, HR analytics, compensation, and policy administration.
• PHR/SPHR certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for HR programs during organizational transition and ERP implementation.
• Advise university leaders on HR initiatives and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Oversee HR Managers, staff, and compliance across campuses including Rome Center.
• Lead employee relations, investigations, grievance resolution, and policy administration.
• Drive workforce planning, talent management, onboarding, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Policy administration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / related field

Tools

PeopleAdmin

ERP platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

HR Director (ERP Temp)

Position Number

8102865

Work Modality

Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?

Yes

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Campus

Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name

HUMAN RESOURCES

Location Code

HUMAN RESOURCES (04600B)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

No

Duties and Responsibilities

Loyola University Chicago (LUC) seeks a dynamic temporary HR Director with a proven track record of success. This is a temporary position established to provide executive and operational leadership for the delivery of Human Resources programs during a period of organizational transition. The role advances the mission, values, and strategic priorities of the University while ensuring continuity of operations.

As a key leadership position within the Human Resources division, the HR Director provides senior-level guidance to university leaders on the implementation of HR programs and initiatives. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the Interim HR Director drives people excellence and plays a vital role in organizational and workforce strategic planning, while fostering a culture that is engaging, collaborative, and welcoming.

The HR Director oversees the development and performance of HR Managers and staff and ensures compliance with all applicable state, federal, and university regulations. This role leads and supports employee relations, talent management, talent acquisition, onboarding, policy administration, grievance resolution, and employee engagement initiatives, assuming direct responsibility when necessary.

The HR Director works collaboratively with senior leaders, faculty, staff, and administrative units across the University's Chicagoland campuses and the John Felice Rome Center in Italy to ensure consistent, high-quality HR service delivery and institutional alignment throughout the duration of the temporary appointment.

This position is established to support Human Resources operations during the University's ERP implementation and is effective through July 1, 2027. The role is based on-site and serves as a key resource to managers and staff during this period of organizational transition.

Strategic Leadership & Institutional Partnership

Analyze organizational risks and long-term workforce impacts. Provide senior-level counsel to university leadership. Represent Human Resources on university-wide committees, task forces, and governance bodies. Promote visibility and in-person collaboration of HR leadership across campuses.

Employee Relations, Compliance & Risk Management

Lead and support HR Managers in employee relations, investigations, grievance resolution, and conflict management for unionized and non-unionized staff, assuming direct responsibility when necessary. Serve as the primary point of contact for Employee Relations, Compliance, and Risk Management matters for an assigned portfolio of stakeholders, schools, and teams. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and university regulations. Maintain current knowledge of employment law and institutional policy. Support managers in disciplinary actions, terminations, and workplace ethics matters. Promote consistent and equitable application of HR policies. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.

Talent Management & Organizational Development

Promote inclusive recruitment and retention practices. Create a culture of continuous development through Loyola's Leadership Essentials Program. Direct and oversee the Talent Acquisition Operations and Onboarding team. Strengthen leadership capacity across academic and administrative units.

Operational Excellence & Program Oversight

Oversee HR analytics, reporting, and performance measurement. Utilize workforce data to guide institutional decision-making. Lead special HR projects and institutional initiatives. Monitor and enhance operational efficiency across HR functions.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong partnerships with faculty, staff, administrators, and senior leaders. Gather and respond to feedback to improve HR services. Assess stakeholder needs and provide strategic HR support. Serve as a trusted advisor across the University community.

People Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and develop HR Managers, Generalists, Specialists, Student Workers and support staff. Establish clear performance expectations and accountability structures. Support professional growth through coaching, training, and evaluation. Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture.

Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies:

Strategic and systems thinkingAdvanced conflict resolutionExecutive communicationStakeholder engagementChange managementData-driven leadershipInstitutional stewardshipEthical decision-making

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing professional staff and teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required. Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience. Minimum of 5 years of experience managing professional staff and teams. Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, investigations, organizational development, labor relations, staffing, workforce planning, HR analytics, compensation, and policy administration. Proven experience implementing strategic initiatives and managing complex projects from inception to completion. Strong knowledge of federal, state, and university employment laws and regulations. Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. Strong service orientation and proven relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-pace, complex environment while managing confidential information with discretion. Experience in higher education, public sector, and/or unionized environments preferred. PHR/SPHR certification preferred but not required. Ability to serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Professional Human Resources certifications (PHR/SPHR) are preferred.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in HR information systems and applicant tracking systems (e.g. PeopleAdmin), enterprise systems related to ERP platforms, and advanced use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with data reporting tools, collaboration platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams, Zoom), and HR analytics systems is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

None

Open Date

03/06/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$150,790/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$106,826/ann

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, please see our benefits page. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.