HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 233
Human Resources Specialist
HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 233, Flossmoor, Illinois, United States, 60422
Human Resources Specialist
– HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 233
Position Details
Employment type: Full‑time (Monday‑Friday) / 12‑month position
Start date: ASAP
Salary: $64,500 - $69,500/year (prorated), commensurate with credentials and experience
Evaluation: Annually
Supervisor: Jalitza Martinez, Assistant Superintendent for Staff Services
Deadline: Position is open until filled
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in human resources preferred.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred.
Demonstrated evidence of knowledge and continued training in employment law, compensation, compliance, safety, training and development.
Excellent record keeping, attention to detail and computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access) and Google Workspace.
Job Description / Essential Duties
Administer and maintain the district’s absence management system (e.g., Frontline/Absence Management), including leave entry, reconciliation, corrections, and approval routing.
Monitor employee leave balances and ensure accurate coding and documentation of sick, personal, vacation, and unpaid leave, managing uploads to the employment information systems.
Process and track all FMLA, parental leave, medical leave, intermittent leave, and other protected leaves in compliance with federal and state law.
Communicate leave eligibility, required documentation, timelines, and return‑to‑work procedures to employees and supervisors.
Coordinate with Sub Coordinator to provide substitute coverage information and confirm alignment with absence records.
Prepare and submit all required Illinois State Board of Education human resources reports (e.g., EIS, Unfilled positions, evaluation data, etc.).
Administer and track extra‑responsibility assignments, supplemental stipends, and extra‑duty pay, confirming accuracy and eligibility based on collective bargaining agreements and board policy.
Maintain and update the district’s auxiliary and supplemental stipend records, rosters, and annual renewals.
Process employee incentive programs, recognition stipends, and district‑approved bonus programs.
Manage merit pay processing, including verification of qualifying criteria, documentation, and submission to Payroll.
Maintain accurate entry of all pay adjustments, stipends, and supplemental assignments within the HRIS or payroll system.
Oversee onboarding data entry for new hires, including personal information, licensure, salary schedule placement, FTE, job classification, and assignment data.
Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS, including transfers, assignment changes, salary updates, and separations.
Support employees with navigation of HR systems and troubleshoot access or data issues.
In collaboration with the finance department, track and process retirement for employees (TRS, IMRF).
Process lane advancement and tuition reimbursement requests, including verification of transcripts, coursework, timelines, and eligibility under the collective bargaining agreement.
Enter lane changes into the HRIS and coordinate with Payroll to ensure accurate salary adjustments.
Maintain complete records of lane advancement and reimbursement histories.
Prepare the monthly Board Personnel Report, including new hires, resignations, appointments, adjusted appointments, leaves, etc.
Manage all unemployment claims for the district, including responding to inquiries, gathering documentation, submitting required information, and representing the district in hearings to ensure timely and accurate claim resolution.
Create and maintain stipend memos or supplemental assignment lists for Board approval.
Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and completeness of all Board‑facing personnel documents.
Maintain and update employee personnel files in accordance with board policies and legal requirements.
Assist with recruitment processes (posting jobs, screening documents, applicant communication) when needed.
Respond promptly to inquiries from employees, supervisors, and administrators regarding HR policies, benefits, employment status, and leave.
Support annual HR cycles such as contract renewals, staffing updates, salary schedule adjustments, and orientation.
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and sensitive HR data.
Follow all district policies, collective bargaining agreements, and legal requirements.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Staff Services.
Benefits Summary
IMRF Pension
Medical
Dental
Vision
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Human Resources
Industries Medical Practices
Chicago, IL
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– HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 233
Position Details
Employment type: Full‑time (Monday‑Friday) / 12‑month position
Start date: ASAP
Salary: $64,500 - $69,500/year (prorated), commensurate with credentials and experience
Evaluation: Annually
Supervisor: Jalitza Martinez, Assistant Superintendent for Staff Services
Deadline: Position is open until filled
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in human resources preferred.
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred.
Demonstrated evidence of knowledge and continued training in employment law, compensation, compliance, safety, training and development.
Excellent record keeping, attention to detail and computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access) and Google Workspace.
Job Description / Essential Duties
Administer and maintain the district’s absence management system (e.g., Frontline/Absence Management), including leave entry, reconciliation, corrections, and approval routing.
Monitor employee leave balances and ensure accurate coding and documentation of sick, personal, vacation, and unpaid leave, managing uploads to the employment information systems.
Process and track all FMLA, parental leave, medical leave, intermittent leave, and other protected leaves in compliance with federal and state law.
Communicate leave eligibility, required documentation, timelines, and return‑to‑work procedures to employees and supervisors.
Coordinate with Sub Coordinator to provide substitute coverage information and confirm alignment with absence records.
Prepare and submit all required Illinois State Board of Education human resources reports (e.g., EIS, Unfilled positions, evaluation data, etc.).
Administer and track extra‑responsibility assignments, supplemental stipends, and extra‑duty pay, confirming accuracy and eligibility based on collective bargaining agreements and board policy.
Maintain and update the district’s auxiliary and supplemental stipend records, rosters, and annual renewals.
Process employee incentive programs, recognition stipends, and district‑approved bonus programs.
Manage merit pay processing, including verification of qualifying criteria, documentation, and submission to Payroll.
Maintain accurate entry of all pay adjustments, stipends, and supplemental assignments within the HRIS or payroll system.
Oversee onboarding data entry for new hires, including personal information, licensure, salary schedule placement, FTE, job classification, and assignment data.
Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS, including transfers, assignment changes, salary updates, and separations.
Support employees with navigation of HR systems and troubleshoot access or data issues.
In collaboration with the finance department, track and process retirement for employees (TRS, IMRF).
Process lane advancement and tuition reimbursement requests, including verification of transcripts, coursework, timelines, and eligibility under the collective bargaining agreement.
Enter lane changes into the HRIS and coordinate with Payroll to ensure accurate salary adjustments.
Maintain complete records of lane advancement and reimbursement histories.
Prepare the monthly Board Personnel Report, including new hires, resignations, appointments, adjusted appointments, leaves, etc.
Manage all unemployment claims for the district, including responding to inquiries, gathering documentation, submitting required information, and representing the district in hearings to ensure timely and accurate claim resolution.
Create and maintain stipend memos or supplemental assignment lists for Board approval.
Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and completeness of all Board‑facing personnel documents.
Maintain and update employee personnel files in accordance with board policies and legal requirements.
Assist with recruitment processes (posting jobs, screening documents, applicant communication) when needed.
Respond promptly to inquiries from employees, supervisors, and administrators regarding HR policies, benefits, employment status, and leave.
Support annual HR cycles such as contract renewals, staffing updates, salary schedule adjustments, and orientation.
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and sensitive HR data.
Follow all district policies, collective bargaining agreements, and legal requirements.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Staff Services.
Benefits Summary
IMRF Pension
Medical
Dental
Vision
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Human Resources
Industries Medical Practices
Chicago, IL
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