Strategic HR Director — Public Sector Leader

City of East Peoria; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 106,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

City of East Peoria is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead the HR function, including benefits administration, risk management, workers’ compensation, employee relations, and policy compliance. You will work with city leadership to implement people strategies and ensure consistent HR practices.

Residency within 25 miles of the City’s corporate limits is required within one year. Certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR) is preferred. Salary range is $106,000–$116,000 annually, with DOQE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible human resources experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR) preferred.
• Experience in public sector or union environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee benefits administration, risk management, workers’ compensation, employee relations, personnel policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with City leadership to provide guidance on personnel matters and ensure consistent HR policy application.

Skills

HR experience

Employment laws knowledge

Communication skills

Public sector experience

HR certification preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Public Administration

Job description

City of East Peoria is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead the HR function, including benefits administration, risk management, workers’ compensation, employee relations, and policy compliance. You will work with city leadership to implement people strategies and ensure consistent HR practices.

Residency within 25 miles of the City’s corporate limits is required within one year. Certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR) is preferred. Salary range is $106,000–$116,000 annually, with DOQE.