HR Specialist, Compliance

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

1d•$58,000 - $62,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Specialist, Compliance supports Illinois Human Resources compliance activities by helping implement programs, responding to complex inquiries, and delivering compliance-related training. The role ensures accurate records, consistent processes, and adherence to applicable laws and procedures. The incumbent serves as the campus lead and subject matter expert for federal Form I-9 and E-Verify, and works with International Student and Scholar Services and campus units on employment authorization and related documentation. Hybrid work options may be available, with on-site work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus as needed under the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5020 – Human Resource Associate appointment on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search closes. The budgeted salary is $58,000–$62,000. The position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
Two years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties.

Responsibilities

Administer HR-related compliance programs and policies.
Audit I-9 and E-Verify reports and follow up with units to ensure compliance with federal and campus requirements.
Track compliance, conduct training and internal reviews, and identify concerns related to HR policies and legal requirements.
Serve as the campus lead and subject matter expert for federal Form I-9 and E-Verify.
Update employee records related to work authorization reports from International Student and Scholar Services.
Provide customer support and resolve routine and complex inquiries.
Review and approve I-9 system application access requests.
Liaise with International Student and Scholar Services and campus units to support completion of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services documents.
Conduct training and development programs on compliance-related topics.
Develop and lead campuswide Form I-9 and E-Verify trainings.
Solicit feedback from I-9 managers to create and update I-9 and E-Verify job aids.
Participate in committees and projects of defined scope.