Strategic HR Manager for Education District

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the district's HR functions and partner with district leadership to strengthen the workforce through employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance management, and continuous process improvement.

The role focuses on overseeing HR operations, ensuring compliance with federal and Illinois laws, maintaining confidentiality, and guiding administrators on employee relations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible human resources experience.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and HR operations.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and Illinois School Code.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in human resources information systems (HRIS).
• Must be discreet and maintain strict confidentiality on employee matters.
• Must be able to work independently and plan ahead.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist in daily HR operations to ensure efficient delivery of HR services.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR operations by developing and implementing improvements to HR processes, procedures, and workflows through technology and automation.
• Interpret and administer Board policies, administrative procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and HR practices.
• Assist the CHRO in setting departmental goals and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Provide guidance to administrators regarding employee relations, performance management, staff attendance, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and progressive discipline.
• Maintain confidentiality while conducting and coordinating workplace investigations.
• Recommend practical solutions to promote consistency, compliance, and positive employee relations.
• Evaluate and continuously improve districtwide onboarding initiatives to provide a consistent and engaging new employee experience.
• Oversee recruitment activities including applicant screening, interview coordination, employment offers, orientation, and onboarding.
• Collaborate with administrators to develop recruitment and retention strategies.
• Evaluate recruitment data and recommend process improvements.
• Develop employee recognition, wellness, and engagement programs.
• Represent human resources on district committees and cross-functional teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

HR operations

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the district's HR functions and partner with district leadership to strengthen the workforce through employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance management, and continuous process improvement.

The role focuses on overseeing HR operations, ensuring compliance with federal and Illinois laws, maintaining confidentiality, and guiding administrators on employee relations and