What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUPERVISOR, HUMAN RESOURCES (OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER)-ACTIVELY RECRUITED position at Cook County Government?
Cook County Offices
Under The President
Administrative Hearings
Auditor
Bureau of Administration
Bureau of Economic Development
Bureau of Finance
Bureau of Human Resources
Bureau of Technology
Facilities
Office of the President
Job Summary
Coordinate human resources activities and projects by working with department managers to ensure the efficient delivery of services and successful implementation of the department's goals and objectives. Provide day-to-day work direction and supervise to maintain steady workflow and productivity inhuman resources activities. Oversee human resources projects in the following human resources areas: recruitment and selection, classification and
compensation, training and development, personnel services, HRIS, equal employment opportunity/affirmative action, policy, and performance management. Apply the practices of human resources in an environment that includes collective bargaining. Assist managers and executive staff troubleshoot and analyze personnel problems and issues of a confidential nature.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Benefits Package
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
Job Posting
Mar 19, 2025, 9:39:10 AM
Organization
Offices Under the President
Work Locations
Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington
Under The President
Administrative Hearings
Auditor
Bureau of Administration
Bureau of Economic Development
Bureau of Finance
Bureau of Human Resources
Bureau of Technology
Facilities
Office of the President
Job Summary
Coordinate human resources activities and projects by working with department managers to ensure the efficient delivery of services and successful implementation of the department's goals and objectives. Provide day-to-day work direction and supervise to maintain steady workflow and productivity inhuman resources activities. Oversee human resources projects in the following human resources areas: recruitment and selection, classification and
compensation, training and development, personnel services, HRIS, equal employment opportunity/affirmative action, policy, and performance management. Apply the practices of human resources in an environment that includes collective bargaining. Assist managers and executive staff troubleshoot and analyze personnel problems and issues of a confidential nature.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and
- Four (4) years in human resources or directly related experience is required.
- Two (2) years of prior supervisory or lead experience is required.
- Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
- Knowledge of the language, principles and practices of Human Resources.
- Ability to serve as liaison on behalf of management relative to the screening, evaluation, promotion or discipline of employees; ability to handle sensitive personnel and related labor issues as directed or as applicable.
- Willingness and ability to travel using own car, shuttles, buses, subways and/or trains is required. Frequent local travel is required.
- Ability to understand and interpret work rules and labor agreements.
- Skill in representing agency by making presentations to relay information of a technical and official nature.
- Ability to enable a collaborative and teaming culture and provide day to day direction of tasks.
- Ability to perform escalated or more highly complex work similar to the work done by staff being supervised.
- Ability to effectively delegate tasks to staff and collaborate with leadership to achieve organizational or department success.
- Ability to align team's tasks with departmental procedures and objectives and serve as a reliable resource for other employees in an area of expertise.
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.
Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
- This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
Job Posting
Mar 19, 2025, 9:39:10 AM
Organization
Offices Under the President
Work Locations
Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington
