Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education &/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related discipline plus four (4)) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess and maintain in good standing, a valid Illinois driver's license. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, or other related certification is preferred.
Performs a variety of administrative and technical human resources functions that require a high degree of analysis, individual judgment in the absence of specific policies and/or guidance from superiors, and confidentiality. Assists the Human Resource Director in administering a comprehensive human resources program for the Village, including employee recruitment, selection, testing, job analysis, employee communication, benefits administration, worker’s compensation, FMLA administration, compensation, training and development; development and implementation of personnel policies, procedures, and practices; employment law compliance and labor relations. Manages and administers human resources information systems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Conducts recruitment and selection activities.
- Manages benefits administration and COBRA and retiree insurance programs.
- Manages and administers human resources information systems (HRIS).
- Develops, updates, and maintains the Human Resources internet and intranet websites.
- Assists with creating graphic designs, brochures, and presentations.
- Provides assistance to the Human Resources Director in day-to-day activities, report preparation, correspondence development, and with special projects.
- Participates in labor negotiation meetings and meeting preparation.
- Conducts exit interviews.
- Assists with developing, interpreting, and making policy recommendations.
- Assists in the development and review of job descriptions.
- Conducts and completes municipal wage and benefit surveys and salary analysis.
- Assists with employee training.
- Assists Human Resources Director with department budget preparation.
- Participates in professional associations, attends training events, and stays abreast of new trends in the field.
- Reviews all invoices for payment prior to processing.
- Assists with the completion of HR initiatives.