Dupage County Health Department - Carol Stream, IL
posted 3 months ago
The DuPage County Health Department is seeking a full-time Human Resources Generalist to join its HR team at the Central Public Health Center in Wheaton, Illinois. This position is currently a hybrid role, allowing for both remote and onsite work. The working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. As a full-time employee of DuPage County, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, 2 weeks of paid vacation, paid sick time, tuition reimbursement, and the opportunity to sign up for the federal student loan forgiveness program, along with participation in the IMRF Pension Fund, among other benefits. For a complete list of benefits, candidates are encouraged to click on the benefits tab provided by the department. In this role, the Human Resources Generalist will provide professional HR support primarily in the areas of recruitment, employee relations, training, compensation, benefits, and payroll. Responsibilities will include full-cycle recruitment for assigned client departments utilizing online applicant tracking and onboarding systems. The Generalist will also be responsible for delivering training programs related to policies, workplace conduct, supervisory skill development, and new employee orientation. The ideal candidate should be comfortable conducting training in both virtual and in-person formats. Additionally, the selected candidate will coach supervisors in managing employee relations matters and, if necessary, conduct confidential investigations into employee concerns. They will assist supervisors in preparing related documentation and will be involved in researching and making recommendations for the development or revision of HR policies, programs, and training. The Generalist will lead processes related to job evaluation and team or service reorganization requests, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws as well as organizational policies. Coaching for performance and development will also be a key aspect of this role, utilizing an online appraisal system.