HR Specialist, Compliance

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time Off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an HR Specialist, Compliance within the Illinois Human Resources Service Center. The role supports HR compliance, program implementation, and handling complex inquiries to ensure accurate records and adherence to laws.

Key duties include administering compliance programs, processing leave and background checks, developing trainings, and auditing trainings to maintain campuswide policy adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Three years of HR records/processing experience or coursework in HR.

Responsibilities

• Administer HR compliance programs and policies.
• Review retiree rehire requests and ensure policy adherence.
• Process leave of absence and notice of nonreappointment requests.
• Conduct compliance trainings for campus.
• Audit and track campuswide compliance trainings.

Skills

HR compliance knowledge

Customer support

Training delivery

Investigation basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HR coursework or related field

Job description

Illinois Human Resources - Service Center

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is accepting applications for a HR Specialist, Compliance with Illinois Human Resources Service Center. This position supports HR-related compliance activities by supporting program implementation, responding to complex inquiries, and conducting compliance-related training. The incumbent ensures accurate records, consistent processes, and adherence to applicable laws and procedures.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Administer HR-related compliance programs and policies.
  • Review retiree rehire requests, ensuring required documents are submitted and requests adhere to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Process all aspects of leave of absence and notice of nonreappointment requests.
  • Support campus by processing background, sex-based misconduct, and motor vehicle record checks.
  • Investigate background check results, preparing and presenting cases to the review committee that require additional review.
• Provide customer support and issue resolution for routine and complex inquiries.
  • Communicate background-check related results to candidates and units.
• Conduct training and development programs on compliance-related topics.
  • Assist with campuswide trainings about notice of nonreappointment processing.
  • Develop and update standard operating procedures and job aids.
• Ensures adherence to HR policies and legal requirements through tracking, training, and internal reviews. Identifies areas of concern related to adherence to HR policies and legal requirements.
  • Prepare documents for appointments in need of Board of Trustees’ approval.
  • Audit and track campuswide compliance trainings.
  • Support auditing efforts for SURS.
• Participate in committees and projects of defined scope.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any one or any combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the following categories:
  • A. course work in human resource administration, business administration or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
    • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
    • Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
    • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
    • Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
  • B. progressively more responsible work experience maintaining, monitoring, and/or processing human resource records and reports.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 2136 - Human Resource Officer position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The budgeted salary for this position is $50,000- $55,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Additional Information

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

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For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.