Executive Director of Human Resources & Employee Relations

Prairie State College - a comprehensive community college located in a diverse district 25 miles south of downtown Chicago - is accepting applications for this administrative position.The Executive Director will report to the Vice President of Student Affairs and will be responsible for the administration and day-to-day operation of the institution's human resource functions including employee benefits, compensation, recruitment, employment, employee orientation, staff training and development recognition program and employee relations. The Executive Director is also responsible for personnel records, human resource information systems and payroll.
To learn more about the College and view a complete vacancy announcement, visit our website at www.prairiestate.edu. Questions? Call Tonya Washington at 708-709-3584.
To be considered for this position, you must submit a cover letter, resume and official transcripts to:Ms. Tonya Washington, Coordinator of Recruiting
Office of Human Resources, Room 2402 (VAC)
202 S. Halsted Street
Chicago Heights, IL 60411Candidate review for this position begins September 25, 2006.
This position is open until filled.EOE/AA
REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in human resources, business administration, public administration or related field; history of progressively responsible experience in developing, administering and evaluating HR policies and programs, preferably in higher education; 5 years supervisory experience, incl. budgetary planning, benefits administration, policy & procedure development and administration, and working knowledge of general management theory and practice; knowledge of integrated computer systems that incorporate human resources operations; demonstrated knowledge of employee training & counseling; demonstrated oral, written & interpersonal skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of federal, state and local statutes related to higher education & community colleges; knowledge of Datatel Colleague computer applications & programs in human resources; 3 years community college or university human resources experience.