HR Director- HRIS

The HR Director, HRIS serves in a consulting and advisory capacity to the university administrator. The incumbent is responsible to leveraging our HRIS Systems and streamline related processes to the fullest extent possible, providing the best possible HR support and resources throughout the university

The senior level HR Lead position will serve as key member of the HR Team working closely with HR stakeholders and cross functional teams to automate HR processes with high quality solutions.  Successful execution of this role will drive the transformation and innovation of the HR department designed to support NEIU’s workforce infrastructure needs. 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Eleven (11) years of progressively responsible management work experience in a private or governmental organization

 Eight (8) years in the area of Human Resources AND

Three (3) years of supervising the work of a professional staff or process within Human Resources

• Bachelor degree may be substituted for the above (3) years non-specialized experience requirement Master’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year specialized work experience

Departmental Preferences

1. Bachelor’s degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution, and three (3) years in supervisory role; or equivalent combination or education and experience in the area of HR.  Advanced proficiency and technical aptitude and experience in Workday, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Cognos, Tableau and Ellucian Banner. Demonstrated experience in the supervision of staff, strong interpersonal and communications skills, and the ability to interact positively with internal customers.  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment, and deal with ambiguity-change agent. Ability to act in a professional manner and use appropriate judgement with sensitive, confidential issues. Knowledge of university or public labor organizations. Experience in higher education human resources.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm (Hours may vary depending on departmental needs)

Application Deadline:
A current application, affirmative action form, statement of annuitant status form, official transcript(s), resume and cover letter must be submitted. 

To apply:

In order to be considered for employment by Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU), you must submit the following to cs-employment@neiu.edu

• Employment Application (Original initials and signatures are required for each position applied. Electronic initials and signatures are not acceptable.) Cover letter Resume Statement of Annuitant Status Form Official transcript(s) Affirmative Action Form

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as Other Qualified Individuals. Northeastern Illinois University positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.