Human Resources

Lake Forest College, recently ranked the top liberal arts school in the Midwest, is seeking a Human Resources Manager to plan, develop, and administer human resources functions as well as advise on related issues. The successful candidate will be a versatile HR generalist who is ready to handle multiple areas of HR, collaborate with campus stakeholders, and support strategic HR initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop job descriptions, identify targeted recruitment sources, manage employment offers, and counsel managers on offers of employment.
• Build candidate pipelines for organization to develop and retain high level talent.
• Create and conduct formal onboarding program with HR Coordinator.
• Administer benefits programs, including compliance and audit responsibilities.
• Execute annual open enrollment process.
• Handle day-to-day employee relations issues, including investigations and accommodation requests.
• Counsel managers on employee issues.
• Manage performance evaluation process for staff employees and optimize performance management process in ADP.
• Research compliance issues and recommend changes.
• Ensure accuracy of data in ADP.
• Collect and analyze HR data and metrics; prepare data for internal stakeholders and external entities (i.e. EEO reporting).
• Implement and manage Recruitment module in ADP.
• Review and approve payroll with Finance team.
• Manage time off programs, including sick leave.
• Provide training to managers on HR topics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalent experience
• 3 years of related HR generalist experience required with at least one year of experience conducting investigations
• Experience working in a college or nonprofit setting preferred
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred
• Proficiency with ADP strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Project management skills
• Commitment to DEIB principles
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours

Application:

Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to hr@lakeforest.edu. Applications received by Friday, July 5, will receive priority consideration.

Lake Forest College is proud to serve a diverse population. Qualified candidates will have an understanding of and appreciation for issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The College encourages applications from women, members of historically underrepresented or marginalized groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.