Director of Human Resources

Director of Human ResourcesHiring DepartmentBusiness Administration AdminiLocationChicago, IL USARequisition ID1040548Posting Close DateMay 6, 2026Salary: $110,000 - $140,000We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factorssuch as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience andqualifications, and budget constraints. Applicant's rank and salary will becommensurate with qualifications and experience, while also consideringinternal equity. About the University of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.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.Position SummaryThe Director of Human Resources leads and coordinates theCollege of Business Administration (CBA) HR functions. This role ensures HRpolicies, procedures, and practices comply with campus, system, and regulatoryrequirements while promoting efficient vacancy management and strategic hiring.The Director oversees HR workflows to ensure appointments are processedaccurately and on time. Serving as the college's Academic Search Coordinator,the Director also ensures hiring practices support the college's commitment toattracting and retaining a qualified workforce.Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvides operational leadership for the college's human resources functions and serves as the primary resource for guidance and support on all HR matters, including recruitment, hiring and separations, job classification, salary administration and planning, onboarding, credentialing, policy interpretation, and employee relations. Advises college leadership on HR issues such as compensation, performance management, employee relations, and training and development.Interpret and apply university HR policies and ensure fair, consistent implementation; develop departmental HR procedures aligned with university guidelines.Review and evaluate requests for new positions and reclassifications; provide guidance on organizational structure, job duties, and position alignment.Identify training needs and coordinate or deliver professional development opportunities for staff.Prepare HR reports and analyses, maintain required personnel records, and ensure accurate and timely completion of HR transactions (e.g., hires, transfers, leave, and separations).Supervise HR staff, providing leadership, task prioritization, mentoring, training, goal setting, and performance evaluations.Ensure compliance with all required employee training and university policies.Oversee the College wide recruiting and search efforts for all position within CBA including Academic Professionals, Faculty and non-academic positions. Review and approve jobs descriptions prior to submitting them to various campus offices as required.Participate in College and Campus wide committees, focus groups and related teams.Works with various campus offices including Labor and Employee Relations, Access and Equity, Ethics, Conflict of Interest, HR (College and Campus) to resolve matters that may arise.Perform other duties as assignedPerform other related duties and participate inspecial projects as assigned.Minimum QualificationsA minimum of a Bachelor's degree; preferably in a HR, business or management related field.Minimum of seven years of HR experience.Demonstrated proficiency in human resource/payroll systems. Preferred QualificationsMaster's Degree preferredThe 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.The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an AccommodationArtificial 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.