Position Details
Position Details Job Title: HR Director ERP Temp Position Number: 8102865 Work Modality: Fully In-Person Is this request for the creation of a new Position or the modification of an existing Position to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP: Yes
Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Department Name: HUMAN RESOURCES Location Code: HUMAN RESOURCES 04600B Is this split and/or fully grant funded: No
Duties and Responsibilities Loyola University Chicago (LUC) seeks a dynamic temporary HR Director with a proven track record of success. This is a temporary position established to provide executive and operational leadership for the delivery of Human Resources programs during a period of organizational transition. The role advances the mission, values, and strategic priorities of the University while ensuring continuity of operations.
As a key leadership position within the Human Resources division, the HR Director provides senior-level guidance to university leaders on the implementation of HR programs and initiatives. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the Interim HR Director drives people excellence and plays a vital role in organizational and workforce strategic planning while fostering a culture that is engaging, collaborative, and welcoming.
The HR Director oversees the development and performance of HR Managers and staff and ensures compliance with all applicable state, federal, and university regulations. This role leads and supports employee relations, talent management, talent acquisition, onboarding, policy administration, grievance resolution, and employee engagement initiatives, assuming direct responsibility when necessary. The HR Director works collaboratively with senior leaders, faculty, staff, and administrative units across the Universitys Chicagoland campuses and the John Felice Rome Center in Italy to ensure consistent high-quality HR service delivery and institutional alignment throughout the duration of the temporary appointment.
This position is established to support Human Resources operations during the Universitys ERP implementation and is effective through July 1, 2027. The role is based on-site and serves as a key resource to managers and staff during this period of organizational transition.
Strategic Leadership & Institutional Partnership • Analyze organizational risks and long-term workforce impacts. • Provide senior-level counsel to university leadership. • Represent Human Resources on university-wide committees, task forces, and governance bodies. • Promote visibility and in-person collaboration of HR leadership across campuses.
Employee Relations Compliance & Risk Management • Lead and support HR Managers in employee relations investigations, grievance resolution, and conflict management for unionized and non-unionized staff, assuming direct responsibility when necessary. • Serve as the primary point of contact for Employee Relations Compliance and Risk Management matters for an assigned portfolio of stakeholders, schools, and teams. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and university regulations. • Maintain current knowledge of employment law and institutional policy. • Support managers in disciplinary actions, terminations, and workplace ethics matters. • Promote consistent and equitable application of HR policies. • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.
Talent Management & Organizational Development • Promote inclusive recruitment and retention practices. • Create a culture of continuous development through Loyolas Leadership Essentials Program. • Direct and oversee the Talent Acquisition Operations and Onboarding team. • Strengthen leadership capacity across academic and administrative units.
Operational Excellence & Program Oversight • Oversee HR analytics reporting and performance measurement. • Utilize workforce data to guide institutional decision-making. • Lead special HR projects and institutional initiatives. • Monitor and enhance operational efficiency across HR functions.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management • Build and maintain strong partnerships with faculty, staff, administrators, and senior leaders. • Gather and respond to feedback to improve HR services. • Assess stakeholder needs and provide strategic HR support. • Serve as a trusted advisor across the University community.
People Leadership & Team Development • Lead, mentor, and develop HR Managers, Generalists, Specialists, Student Workers, and support staff. • Establish clear performance expectations and accountability structures. • Support professional growth through coaching, training, and evaluation. • Foster a collaborative service-oriented culture.
Core Competencies • Strategic and systems thinking • Advanced conflict resolution • Executive communication • Stakeholder engagement • Change management • Data-driven leadership • Institutional stewardship • Ethical decision-making
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required. • Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience. • Minimum of 5 years of experience managing professional staff and teams.
Qualifications • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required. • Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience. • Minimum of 5 years of experience managing professional staff and teams. • Demonstrated expertise in employee relations investigations, organizational development, labor relations, staffing, workforce planning, HR analytics, compensation, and policy administration. • Proven experience implementing strategic initiatives and managing complex projects from inception to completion. • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and university employment laws and regulations. • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. • Executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. • Strong service orientation and proven relationship-building skills. • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced complex environment while managing confidential information with discretion. • Experience in higher education, public sector, and/or unionized environments preferred. • PHR/SPHR certification preferred but not required. • Ability to serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.
Computer Skills • Proficiency in HR information systems and applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin enterprise systems related to ERP platforms). • Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). • Experience with data reporting tools, collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom), and HR analytics systems is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities Yes Required operation of university-owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact No Physical Demands None Working Conditions None
Open Date: 03/06/2026 Close Date: Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $150,790 (ann) Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $106,826 (ann)
Special Instructions to Applicants As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicagos mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission. For information about the universitys focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nations largest Jesuit Catholic universities recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact.
With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nations top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the countrys most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement.
Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the Universitys Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting: https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34785
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.
Do you possess a bachelors degree in human resources, business administration, industrial/organizational psychology, or a related field? Yes No
Do you have a minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience? Yes No
Do you have at least 5 years of experience managing professional staff and teams? Yes No
Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? Open-Ended Question
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How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicagos mission and values? Open-Ended Question
Applicant Documents Required Documents: Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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