Coordinator, Human Resources
About The Position
Coordinator, Human Resources University of Illinois Foundation | Urbana-Champaign, IL If you've spent a few years in HR and you're looking for a role where your work has real purpose, this might be exactly what you've been waiting for. The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising organization of the U of I system, partnering with alumni, faculty, corporations, and campus leaders to fund the programs and research that shape the future. Behind every successful campaign and every dollar raised is a talented, passionate team — and we're looking for an HR professional who's ready to help that team thrive. What You'll Be Doing This is a well-rounded, hands-on HR role — not a siloed position where you only see one slice of the function. You'll work across talent acquisition, employee engagement, data analytics, and HR operations, with real autonomy and real impact. Talent Acquisition You'll lead recruiting from start to finish — building creative sourcing strategies, partnering directly with hiring managers, crafting and maintaining job descriptions, managing offers, background checks, and onboarding. You're not just filling seats; you're shaping the team. Employee Engagement & Wellness You'll take the lead on making UIF a place people genuinely want to be. That means coordinating wellness events and programs, leading the Wellness Committee, and administering employee recognition programs that actually resonate. HR Metrics & Insights You'll collect and analyze data from our HRIS, engagement surveys, exit interviews, and more — turning numbers into meaningful insights on hiring trends, engagement, and retention. If you love finding the story in a spreadsheet, this part of the role is for you. HR Generalist Support You'll also bring your broader HR toolkit to the table. Day-to-day, that means supporting employees across a range of generalist functions, including FMLA and leave administration, benefits and compensation questions. You're someone who's comfortable being the go-to resource when employees need guidance — and who knows when to escalate. HR Operations You'll work as a key part of a collaborative HR team, upholding UIF's policies and ensuring every employee interaction reflects a high standard of care and professionalism.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- At least 3 years of HR experience with growing responsibilities
- Strong independent judgment and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Solid Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Nice To Haves
- 5–7 years of HR experience
- Familiarity with Illinois employment law and HR regulations
- An HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)
Responsibilities
- Lead recruiting from start to finish
- Building creative sourcing strategies
- Partnering directly with hiring managers
- Crafting and maintaining job descriptions
- Managing offers, background checks, and onboarding
- Coordinating wellness events and programs
- Leading the Wellness Committee
- Administering employee recognition programs
- Collect and analyze data from our HRIS, engagement surveys, exit interviews, and more
- Supporting employees across a range of generalist functions, including FMLA and leave administration, benefits and compensation questions
- Upholding UIF's policies and ensuring every employee interaction reflects a high standard of care and professionalism
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental coverage
- company paid life insurance
- generous vacation time including 24 days annually
- Generous pension benefits
- hybrid schedule for many positions, combining in-office collaboration with up to 2 days of remote work flexibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
