Office of Human Resource Manager
Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:56443
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: 06/16/2026
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9333 monthly; Full Range $9333- $11000 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through thewebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
***Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned and a copy of any applicable
professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. ***
Note: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency must verify and have proof of higher education
and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
Sponsorship for Employment
The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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.
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is seeking a dynamic human resources leader to serve as the Manager of the Office of Human Resources (OHR). This is a key leadership role within the Division of Administration responsible for shaping and guiding the full spectrum of HR operations that support the Agencys 800 employees.
The OHR Manager will lead a team that manages transactions classifications interviews and selection benefits and payroll processes for Illinois EPA offices across the State of Illinois.
Ideal candidates are strong leaders who excel in managing staff navigating HR systems communicating effectively with current and prospective employees fostering a team environment and driving operational excellence.
The benefits of working at the EPA include a 37 ½ hour work week a generous salary and benefits package (paid time off for vacation sick or personal leave holidays) pension and other retirement benefits tuition reimbursement and insurance eligibility on day one (medical dental vision and life). We invite all qualified candidates to apply.
- Serves as the Manager of Office of Human Resources (OHR) in the Division of Administration for the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA).
- Serves as full-line supervisor for Transactions Classification Interview & Selection Benefits and Payroll staff.
- Directs and coordinates the implementation of activities of OHR staff including utilization of personnel management systems employee recruitment and experience programs and special human resources projects.
- Serves as liaison to the Governors Human Resources staff and Central Management Services Bureau of Personnel and represents Illinois EPA in official personnel processes.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college preferably with courses in business or public administration
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
- Prefers at least (3) three years of experience implementing personnel laws processes and policies including the Personnel Code Personnel Rules and Pay Plan for a public or private organization.
- Prefers at least(3) three years of experience utilizing an automated Employee Human Capital Management system.
- Prefers at least(3) three years of experience communicating personnel rules and processes to employees and prospective employees.
- Prefers at least(3) three years of experience supervising professional Human Resources staff.
- Prefers at least(3) years of experience developing and implementing hiring strategies.
- Prefers at least(3) three years of experience implementing collective bargaining agreements.
- Requires the ability to travel.
- Requires a current a valid appropriate drivers license.
- Requires the ability to pass a name-based background check.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- Requires ability to work at various times outside of normal office hours to meet deadlines.
- Requires the ability to utilize an Agency supplied cell phone.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday
Headquarter Location: 2520 W Iles Ave Springfield Illinois 62704
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact:Joe Mercier
Email:@
Phone #:
Posting Group:Leadership & Management
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
Revolving Door:Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) and seek a revolving door determination from the OEIG or may be subject to a fine.
Agency Statement:The mission of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is to safeguard environmental quality consistent with the social and economic needs of the State of Illinois so as to protect health welfare property and the quality of life. IEPA works to safeguard the states natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment for its citizens. By partnering with businesses local governments and citizens IEPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe and our water and land resources.
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Manager
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