IVH-C PAYROLL, BENEFITS, FMLA, LOA & TRANSACTIONS REPRESENTATIVE

State of Illinois; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 93 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Paid sick days

Holidays

Résumé du poste

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a Human Resources Representative to handle payroll, benefits, timekeeping, FMLA/LOA/Workers' Comp, classifications and hiring processes in the Chicago area. This role requires a four-year college degree and HR experience, with strong familiarity in state policies and systems.

This is an in-office position with a fixed schedule; the role involves detailed HR duties, collaboration with the hiring unit and cross-functional teams, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Requires four (4) years of college and one (1) year of professional experience, preferably in HR.

Responsabilités

• Provides payroll technical services and supports state-wide policies.
• Assists benefits coordination with CMS, SERS, and related programs.
• Supports hiring processes, including structured interviews and onboarding documents.
• Acts as liaison for FMLA/LOA/Workers' Comp with Central Office and agency staff.

Formation

Four-year college degree

Outils

PEERS

SAP HCM

DocuWare

Mobius Printing

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Word

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IVH-C PAYROLL, BENEFITS, FMLA, LOA & TRANSACTIONS REPRESENTATIVE

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents -> Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:58562
Opening Date: 09/30/2026
Closing Date: 10/16/2026
Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Class Title:HUMAN RESOURCES REPRESENTATIVE - 19692
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,834 a month; Full Range $5,834 - $8,307 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, M-F
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: 4250 N Oak Park Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60634
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger- something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule- flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is looking to hire a detailed-orientated Human Resources Representative. This Human Resources Representative position is in the Human Resources Office at our Chicago Veterans’ Home and serve as a journey level professional performing all complex and specialized Human Resources duties regarding Benefits, Payroll, Timekeeping, FMLA/LOA/Workers Compensation, Classifications and Hiring processes.

Essential Functions

• Under direction of the Lead Human Resources Specialist, provides technical services for assigned division of theAgency.
• Serves as an agency payroll representative, performing complex and specialized duties related to payroll andprovides technical support regarding state-wide policies and procedures.
• Serves as an agency benefits representative, with CMS Group Insurance, State Employees Retirement System,CMS Deferred Compensation and Employment Security.
• Assists the Central Human Resources Hiring Unit in conducting structured interviews, with a panel consisting of acombination of managers and/or technical experts, or functions as interviewer facilitator.
• Prepares and explains new employee documents.
• Performs professional duties for the effective implementation of personnel operation in the areas of timekeeping.
• Assists the Central Human Resources Classification Unit in the areas of position classifications.
• Serves as FMLA/LOA/Workers Comp liaison between Central Office FMLA/LOA/Workers Comp Coordinator andagency employees, HR Staff and others regarding HR related inquiries.
• Performs other duties as required and assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college and one (1) year ofprofessional experience, preferably in human resources, or satisfactory completion of an approved training program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers working knowledge and understanding of the Personnel Code, Personnel Rules, Position Classification Plan, PayPlan, Collective Bargaining Contracts, the Comprehensive Employment Plan (CEP), and/or other similar departmentalpolicies, processes, and procedures.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience framing correspondence and reports with grammatical correctness.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience gaining knowledge of Illinois state government and its purposes.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience soliciting and obtaining information/data from people.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience working with personnel-related computer systems, such as thePersonnel Examination and Eligibility Records Systems (PEERS), SAP Human Capital Management Systems or similar,DocuWare, Mobius Printing, Microsoft Teams, Excel and/or Word.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.Requires ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans’ Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

Benefits Package

The Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).