Human Resources Manager

Department
 

DSS Management and Auxilary Services

About the Department
 

The Department of Safety and Security’s (DSS) primary divisional units include Campus Safety, DSS Management Operations, Emergency Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Transportation and Parking Services and the University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD). As an operational unit of the University of Chicago, DSS reports to the Vice President and General Counsel. The Department is tasked with the development and implementation of comprehensive safety strategies that serve the University community, strengthen collaborations between DSS and students, faculty, staff and neighbors, and are appropriately aligned with institutional values and priorities.

The University of Chicago campus is part of Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, which contains a significant amount of off-campus university property. In addition to the students housed on campus and in the areas adjacent, more than a third of the University's staff resides in areas surrounding the campus, and more than 50% of the University's faculty resides in the Hyde Park area.

Job Summary
 

The Human Resources Manager works independently to manage human resources operations for the Department of Safety and Security (DSS) by providing consulting services and generalist support for day-to-day human resources operations. This position works independently to design, implement and monitor a variety of human resource programs. Anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs and trends in partnership with business management.

Responsibilities

• Manages internal efforts to ensure education on and compliance with all federal, state and local laws; University human resources policies, procedures, and practices; and University collective bargaining agreements. Evaluate, develop, and evaluate various aspects of internal human resources policies and processes to ensure best practices are implemented department wide.
• Develops human resources employee programs that promote career development, engagement, and diversity, inclusion, and engagement initiatives.
• Manages staff hiring processes, including developing job descriptions, sourcing candidates, interviewing, and conducting orientation.
• Maintains appropriate human resources data and records, solving a range of problems using best practices.
• Guides staff hiring processes, including developing job descriptions, interviewing and reference checking, handling employment offers, and conducting orientation. Develops templates and drafts routine offer letters. Maintains appropriate human resources data and records, solving a range of problems using best practices.
• Counsels employees on benefits and compensation. Coordinates with managers and senior colleagues to determine employee compensation. Analyzes data and prepares charts, graphs, and trend lines for management review with a minimal level of guidance.
• Has a deep understanding of unit's employee/labor relations efforts, including handling grievances, disciplinary warnings, and employee complaints.
• Develops and administers the HR budget for the department, monitors for variances, and manages employment expenses within established guidelines.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources.
• Master's degree.

Experience:

• Experience in management, human resources, or operations.
• Experience in human resources at a higher education institution and working with labor unions.
• Supervisory experience.

Certifications:

• SHRM Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) certification.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Microsoft Project, and Visio.
• Proficient with HR systems, such as Workday.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of major content areas of human resources administration, policies, practices, and laws.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.
• Identify and resolve complex problems and generate alternative solutions and alignment from diverse constituents with a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion