Idva-Central Office Human Resources Director-Spsa
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 11500 - 13000
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:51380
Closing Date: 11/21/2025
Agency:Department of Veterans Affairs
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $11500 - $13000/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1) (2) (3) or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Veterans Affairsmust verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100 CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions
- Functions as the Human Resources Manager overseeing all human resources program for the agency.
- Formulates policy and provides advice and guidance to the director on any matter involving human resources.
- Serves as spokesperson on behalf of the Director and the agency on all matters related to human resources in all levels of interaction with government officials other state agencies community organizations and the general public.
- Organizes the human resources functions of the agency conducts studies of internal organization unites to determine methods of enhancing services including access to extremely confedential information and materials associated with pending organizations.
- Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Works with Veterans Home Facilitates in the human resources areas providing guidance and training.
- Performs other duties as required and assigned which are reasonably with the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
- Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in Human Resources Management Public Administration Business Administration or Organizational Development.
Professional HR certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources) SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management-Certified Professional) or SHRM-SCP (SHRM Certified Professional).
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible human resources experience including three (3) years in a supervisory or director-level capacity within a complex or public-sector organization.
Demonstrated experience implementing and interpreting governing HR policies and procedures including the Personnel Code Personnel Rules Position Classification Plan Pay Plan Collective Bargaining Agreements and Comprehensive Employment Plan.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary HR teams encompassing recruitment labor relations classification payroll benefits and EEO compliance.
Proven experience in unionized environments including grievance handling arbitration preparation and collective bargaining support.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations including EEO/AA FMLA ADA FLSA Title VII OSHA standards and the State of Illinois Ethics Act.
Proficiency in HR technology and analytics with experience using HRIS platforms to support data-driven decision-making and workforce planning.
Demonstrated success leading organizational improvements such as restructuring modernization process enhancements or system implementations.
Strong leadership communication and ethical standards with the ability to build cross-agency partnerships manage conflict and provide strategic policy guidance in alignment with state objectives.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to pass a background check.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate validdrivers license.
- Requires the use of an agency supplied cell phone and laptop.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime includingscheduled unscheduled or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the jobdescription.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal state and local resources and benefits providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education mental health housing employment and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.
Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Work Location: 833 S. Spring St. Springfield IL 62701 OR 69 W. Washington St. Chicago IL 60602
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Talent Management
- Employee Relations
- Succession Planning
- Employee Evaluation
- Human Resources Management
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Training & Development
- Employment & Labor Law
- Organization Design
- Human Resources
