HIRING & CLASSIFICATIONS MANAGER (PSA OPT 1)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

5d•$8,571 - $10,350•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) seeks a Hiring & Classifications Manager to lead its Hiring Section. The role performs complex professional Human Resources functions and directs the full hiring and classification process, from position description review and classification through recruitment, selection, and offers. The manager supervises HR professionals, advises leadership on hiring, classification, and collective bargaining requirements, develops hiring policies and procedures, directs agency recruitment, and serves as the Hiring Compliance Coordinator and backup Labor Relations Administrator. The position is based at the agency’s Springfield headquarters. The anticipated hybrid schedule is three to five days per week in the office, depending on operational needs. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday off. Overtime may be required, including evenings and weekends, and travel with overnight stays may be necessary. IEMA-OHS prepares Illinois for natural, manmade, or technological disasters, hazards, and acts of terrorism. It coordinates statewide disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery programs; maintains emergency operations and communications capabilities; and administers programs related to radiation protection and public safety.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with coursework in business or public administration.
At least three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Possess an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Ability to use state-issued equipment, such as a cell phone or laptop.
Complete a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police.
File required Statements of Economic Interest under the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

Nice To Haves

Five years of professional Human Resources experience with the start-to-finish hiring process.
Three years of experience interpreting and implementing collective bargaining agreements related to hiring.
Three years of experience interpreting and following the Personnel Code, the Governor’s Comprehensive Employment Plan for Agencies Under the Jurisdiction of the Governor, Executive or Administrative Orders, or equivalent hiring rules.
Two years of professional experience supervising staff.
Three years of experience working with auditors and individuals such as administration and management, hiring managers, and agency labor staff.
Five years of experience using personnel systems such as HRIS, IMSH/PEERS, EELS, Docuware, and Success Factors, or equivalent systems.
Three years of professional recruiting, sourcing, and talent acquisition experience.
Two years of professional experience maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information in a private or public organization.

Responsibilities

Serve as the HR Hiring Manager for the Illinois Emergency Management Agency.
Serve as a full-line supervisor.
Advise IEMA administration and supervisors as a subject matter expert on hiring-related issues.
Serve as the backup Labor Relations Administrator.
Develop and update reports, records, and statistics concerning position vacancies and hiring, including sensitive and confidential information.
Review and respond to audit requests in accordance with Agency and CMS requirements.
Ensure employees are properly trained in work procedures and practices.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the position.