Professional Support Staff (1)

District 211; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

District 211 is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join our Professional Support Staff team. This position entails managing personnel matters with professionalism, ensuring compliance with HR laws, and providing support in payroll and benefits administration.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of an Associate's degree in Human Resources and relevant experience. The salary ranges between $73,000 and $90,000, with benefits similar to the Support Staff Contract Benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Human Resources or a related field.
• Prior successful experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or Benefits Administration.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage sensitive personnel matters with integrity and professionalism.
• Conduct a skills test as part of the selection process.
• Collaborate across departments effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of Human Resources operations

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Conflict resolution skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Township High School District 211

All Types » Professional Support Staff (1 opening)

• Position Type: Professional Support Staff
• Date Posted: 6/6/2026
• Location: District 211 Administration Center
• Date Available: ASAP

Description: Human Resources Specialist

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher in Human Resources or a related field (but experience, training, and/or Human Resources professional certification may be substituted)
• Prior successful experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or Benefits Administration
• Knowledge of Human Resources operations including laws/regulations, policies/procedures, and best practices
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and Google Workspace, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when managing sensitive personnel matters
• Ability to problem solve, work independently, recognize priorities, and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities:

• See attached job description

Application Procedure: Apply online

Selection Procedure: Skills test may be administered as part of the candidate selection process.

Salary Range: $73,000-90,000

Benefits: Benefits follow the same benefit package as Support Staff Contract Benefits.

Candidates May Contact: Ken Kleber, (Incoming) Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at [e-mail].