Position Title:Human Resource Manager

Location:910 W. Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Reports To:Executive Director of Talent

F.T.E:1.0

Start Date:Spring 2024

Salary:Starting at $70,000+ based on experience and other credentials

The Mission of Distinctive Schools, an educational practice leader committed to social justice and the elevation of access and achievement in historically marginalized communities, is to support each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors diversity, collaboration, and optimism.

Position Description:

The Human Resources Manager is a key contributor to talent management strategy. This person is responsible for enhancing and managing the company's performance management program, recommending talent development practices, and providing best in class methods/tools to improve effectiveness and increase levels of engagement across the organization. The Human Resources Manager serves as a consultant to management to identify talent-related needs and deliver recommendations that are aligned to the business objectives of the organization. The Human Resources Manager collaborates cross functionally to ensure the cohesive delivery of HR and Talent programs and services to the organization. This person will manage, plan and direct the organizations benefit programs and plans and administers the compensation function and other personnel activities in a manner that is cost effective as well as consistent with the organization’s goals and objectives.

Strategy/ Program Management:

Engage with the leadership team to develop strategies to support strong employee engagement and manager capability (including learning and development, succession and workforce planning)
On an on-going basis, and with a paramount focus on excellence, modify existing programs and policies to ensure market competitiveness and alignment with company culture and direction
Compile information and create presentations to support human capital initiatives and projects
Ensure that core processes and internal controls are executed with rigor, attention to detail and accuracy
Identify training and development opportunities for designated business segments and recommend appropriate programs; conduct training sessions as needed
Lead and/or participate on designated and ad hoc project teams
Manage and maintain data and reporting requests for the Talent department, in response to internal and external stakeholders, government agencies and compliance requests.
Accountable for the data validity and upkeep of HRIS System
Performs other duties as assigned

Compensation and Benefits:

Administer approved programs of employee benefits to all employees including: health care, group life insurance, dental plan, prescription plan, pension, retirement and long-term disability and temporary disability plans
Assist with planning and administering the organization’s compensation plan
Develop improvements and changes in the Company total compensation package to ensure competitiveness with the marketplace and delivery in a cost-effective manner
Support Year-End Compensation Cycle and employee renewals.
Assure that company programs are in compliance with federal or state laws such as ERISA, IRS, DOL, FLSA, etc. Review and analyze changes in state and federal laws pertaining to benefits and compensation
Lead as subject matter expert to advise and assist employees in the interpretation and application of employee benefits and compensation policies and programs
Manage contact and oversee relationships with outside vendors to provide effective and efficient service
Manage the annual open enrollment process by setting up employee open enrollment meetings, developing presentation materials; ensuring that all employee health and welfare enrollment elections are accurate in HRIS and provider systems
Manages submission(s) for benefit and compensation surveys and analyzes survey data for internal use (market intelligence)
Special projects as assigned

Employee Relations:

Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough and objective investigations
Assess and recommend employee relations practices to reinforce a supportive employer-employee relationship while promoting the importance of accountability and business results
Accountable for overseeing workers compensation and unemployment insurance claims for the organization
Support acquisition and integration activity; ensure the successful integration of retained employees
Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance
Manage & support ongoing development of the new employee onboarding process, analyze onboarding feedback from employees and share results and recommendations with managers
Drive the continuous improvement of the existing performance management process to create alignment with corporate goals and annual compensation reviews

Leadership:

Coach managers and employees to strengthen work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention to drive successful business outcomes
Provide coaching and feedback to staff, ensure meaningful goals are established; hold staff accountable for achieving results
Participate in the interview, selection, training and development of additional HR team members to build a sustainable team
Supervise, coach and mentor junior employees on the team
Oversee the daily workflow of the Human Resources team
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff in the department
Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy
Partner with key leadership to understand and execute the organization’s human resources and talent strategy, particularly related to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning

Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Qualifications:

At least 7 years of Human Resources generalist experience
SPHR preferred?
Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation, benefits, recruitment, employee relations, diversity, performance management, organizational diagnosis, and federal and respective state employment laws
Successful track record of working and thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced and changing environment that is results oriented and collaborative
Proven ability to effectively communicate with executives and senior leaders
Skilled at simultaneously managing both strategic initiatives and the execution of day-to-day deliverables
Demonstrated ability to create compelling presentations
Technology demands:
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Familiar with Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides
Experience with HRIS and ATS systems
Travel to campuses as needed

Physical Demands:

Work is typically performed in an office setting with occasional extended periods of time at computer terminals. Occasional visits to off-site or campus locations is required. Occasional program necessity requires working hours beyond set hours and days. Frequent telephonic and occasional personal contact.

Why Join the Distinctive Schools Team:

We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each other to instill a love of learning in our students
We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our mission in a meaningful way
Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain’s 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do
We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the most historically marginalized in the city
We offer a great benefits package for full time employees (Medical; Dental; Vision; PTO; 403b match, discounted gym membership, tuition reimbursement options, referral bonus)

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.