HR Officer - Matrix Team - IHR

IHR Centers of Expertise

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

Reviewing Applicant Credentials and Determining Scores:

• Utilize the university HR systems to review applications and determine applicant eligibility
• Review credentials, and may request supporting documentation to determine the eligibility of applicants seeking admittance into civil service registers
• Review applications/resumes to determine if applicants meet minimum qualifications for the vacancy per SUCSS specifications, requiring the use of moderate judgment
• Under established guidelines, determine candidates to be referred to departments for civil service vacancies based on established civil service rules

Manage Data Entry:

• Enters and maintains data elements in a defined database, as required
• May develop, maintain, analyze and/or assist with various human resource information system activities and procedures
• Prepare and create referral in Cornerstone

Internal/External Communication:

• Respond to applicant or employees' questions or departmental requests under the guidelines provided by Illinois Human Resources
• Participate in section meetings, and contribute to new policy and procedure development
• Work closely with unit HR departments to ensure the processing of vacancies

Posting Vacancies:

• Post and format all civil service (traditional and custom), academic professional, and faculty positions – ensure posting follows correct University and Civil Service rules.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Provide support to Matrix team as needed
• When appropriate, serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for SUCSS exam revisions

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any one or any combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the following categories:
  course work in human resource administration, business administration or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
  • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
  • Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
  • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
  • Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
• Progressively more responsible work experience maintaining, monitoring, and/or processing human resource records and reports.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 2136 - Human Resource Officer position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after March 3, 2025. The wage for this position is $50,000. Hybrid work options are available for this position. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Monday, March 3, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact kiener2@illinois.edu or chaheck@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1029464
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu