Description

OVERVIEW

The Bureau of Human Resources is seeking a Deputy Director, Human Resources to support and assist the Director of HR in the day-to-day function of personnel services, workforce development, training and development, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), HR technology, leave management, and inter-departmental relations. Collaborates with HR division leads and provides confidential consultation to HR Director and Chief Human Resources Officer. Responsibilities include assisting in the development and maintenance of HR policies, identifying training needs across the Offices Under the President, and analyzing HR metrics. The role also involves fostering a positive work culture and overseeing administrative tasks like maintaining employee records.

Attention Applicants: Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change."

WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH COOK COUNTY?

In addition to providing employees with a challenging, rewarding environment for career and personal growth, we are proud to also offer some of the best benefits in the public sphere, including:

• Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 7 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 10 vacation days annually; Up to 4 personal days annually; and Paid sick leave)
• Pension Plan
• Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts - Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend
• Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.

SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY:

• Serves 5.28 million residents of Chicago and its inner suburbs
  • 2nd largest county in America
  • Larger than 27 states
• Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.
  • Nearly 80% unionized workforce
  • 15 unions represented
  • 63 separate collective bargaining agreements
• Highway - Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.
• Land - Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land and collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.
• Safety - Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

LOCATION:

Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, one of the most formidable business districts in the world, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants and plenty of shopping! In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple bus and train lines for public transportation from the suburbs to the city, taxis are plentiful, public parking garages for motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Coordinates the efforts of managers and consults regularly and in a confidential manner with the Chief Human Resources Officer and Director of Human Resources.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and promote a positive work environment.
• Collaborate with departmental managers to identify training needs and develop programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.
• Compile and analyze HR metrics to track key performance indicators and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare regular reports for Chief Human Resources Officer and Director of Human Resources on HR activities and initiatives.
• Implement initiatives to foster a positive work culture, improve employee morale, and enhance overall employee satisfaction.
• Oversee HR administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records and managing HRIS systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Cook County policies, protocols, and technical vernacular quickly and effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy, to conduct oneself in a professional manner; ability to convey information and explain or describe County policy and procedure to others.
• Skill in researching new and existing policies and practices related to the workforce field.
• Ability to work with confidential materials, employee information and always maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner with all levels of employees, management, vendors, and consultants.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work with a range of audiences from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with people at various levels and in various job categories.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and
• Three (3) years of professional work experience in human resources or,
• An equivalent combination of professional work experience, training and education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in human resources, business, public administration, sociology, political science, or labor relations or, Juris Doctor degree.
• Six (6) years of professional work experience in human resources
• Four (4) years of previous management or supervisory experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary Work

Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order, and the Cook County Personnel this position is exempt from the County's career service rules, is at-will and political reasons or factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to establish actual residency within Cook County.

Please contact shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position.