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Director of Human Resources

Employer
Aurora University
Location
Aurora, IL

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Institutional & Business Affairs, Human Resources & Employee Development
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Aurora University seeks talented staff and administrators who are passionate about supporting an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning.

Position Purpose: The Director of Human Resources supports learning through general oversight and coordination of the university's comprehensive human resources functional areas including compensation and benefits administration, recruitment and employment, leave administration, workers compensation, training and development, employee relations, compliance, and human resources information systems (HRIS). The Director is responsible for assisting the Vice President for Human Resources with the development and implementation of new policies, services, and programs to meet the needs of the campus community.

Core Competencies:

  • Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University.
  • Upholds the Mission Statement: Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and examined lives. We empower our students to achieve lasting personal and professional success.
  • Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business.
  • Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned.

    • Essential Job Functions:

  • Assists with the development and execution of human resources (HR) policies and programs in support of the university’s employees and business operations.
  • Maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements. Assists with the university’s compliance efforts and reporting pertaining to personnel matters.
  • Oversees HRIS administration; maintains accurate reporting data and provides timely Informer reports to support the university’s statistical reporting needs.
  • Works closely with the HR staff to assure the integrity of files and documents.
  • Maintains active working knowledge of all university employee benefits (including retirement plans and tuition remission programs); assists with administering insurance benefit programs. Works closely with HR staff, broker, and benefit carriers for overall benefit administration. Assists with the review, enrollment of eligible employees and dependents, resolution of benefit issues, and assists with annual renewal.
  • Counsels employees and manages the university’s FMLA, disability, worker’s compensation, and leave administration program.
  • Establishes and maintains HR training programs to support compliance and support employee development.
  • Develops and leads employee communication programs to keep employees informed of their benefits and current HR issues.
  • Assists managers with employee relations issues involving employee concerns, dispute resolution, performance management, accommodations, and other workplace issues.
  • Ensures integration, consistency, and communication with other administrative departments (Business Office, Payroll, Academic Affairs, ITS, University Communications, etc.)
  • Provides oversight and assistance to HR staff with the university’s recruitment efforts.
  • Assists the VP for Human Resources on projects or other institutional objectives as needed.

    • Essential Job Requirements:

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Professional HR certification desired.

    Experience:

    • At least seven years of related experience with at least three years in an HR leadership role. Experience in higher education or not-for-profit settings is strongly preferred.

    Skills:

    • Strong HR generalist knowledge with an understanding of employment, benefits, leave administration, payroll, workers compensation, employee relations, and other HR functions.
    • Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.
    • Ability to process and explain complex legal and technical concepts.
    • Excellent computer skills; knowledge of Colleague and Informer desired.
    • Strong leadership and communication skills.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to spend long periods of time at a computer workstation.
    • Ability to move about campus and other locations.
    • Minor lifting requirements, such as files or copy paper boxes as needed.
    • Ability to use general office equipment.
    • Ability to interact in person, via electronic media, and on the telephone.

    Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission.

    To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references including name, telephone, and email address.

    If you were referred by a current employee of Aurora University please include the name of the employee in your submission.

    Aurora University
    Human Resources
    347 South Gladstone Ave
    Aurora, IL 60506
    jobs@aurora.edu - email

    Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Organization

    Working at Aurora University

    Aurora University (AU) is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. It is committed to helping students discover what matters and build their life around it.

    Academics

    AU is a private, nonprofit, independent university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It offers more than 45 undergraduate majors — such as nursing, social work, business administration, criminal justice and psychology — and a wide variety of master’s and doctoral degrees that include social work and business administration. Degree programs are grounded in real-world experiences and are led by experienced, dedicated faculty members, nearly 140 of whom are full-time. The student/faculty ratio is 18:1.

    Almost 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students take classes on two main campuses — Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois, and George Williams College in Williams Bay, Wisconsin — as well as the nearby Orchard Center in Aurora and the Woodstock Center in Woodstock, Illinois. Online classes are also available. The Aurora University campus is located 40 miles west of Chicago.

    Athletics

    AU has 24 NCAA Division III teams competing in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference, Midwest Lacrosse Conference, Midwest Women's Lacrosse Conference and Northern Collegiate Hockey Association. About 700 student-athletes compete in sports. AU has a rich history and tradition of success across the spectrum of sport offerings. From conference championships to NCAA Championship appearances to academic awards and community service, student-athletes and staff continue to bring excitement and a sense of pride to Aurora University and all of the Spartan fans across the country. At AU, we firmly believe that intercollegiate athletics should promote the character development of participants, enhance the integrity of higher education, and promote civility in society. Toward these ends, we strive to adhere to fundamental values such as respect, civility, honesty and responsibility. Student-athletes and staff are always expected to operate with the principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct in mind.

    A Brief History of Aurora University

    Founded in 1893 in Mendota, Illinois, as Mendota Seminary, the institution soon changed its name to Mendota College. By 1911, it had outgrown its facilities and the following year changed its name to Aurora College and moved to Aurora, where its students could take advantage of a thriving business environment and easy access to Chicago. In 1985, Aurora College changed its name to Aurora University to better reflect the magnitude of its academic offerings. Seven years later, Aurora University and George Williams College traditions blended when the two institutions entered into an affiliation agreement that paved the way for a merger eight years later. In 2010, the Woodstock Center opened to meet the needs of students in McHenry County and surrounding communities.

    Company info
    Telephone
    630-892-6431
    Location
    347 S. Gladstone Ave.
     Aurora
    Illinois
    60506-4892
    US
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