Location:  

Chicago, IL, US, 60608-1112

Job Requisition ID:  30875

Agency :  Department of Children and Family Services 
Closing Date/Time: 10/10/2023 
Salary:   $4,928- $7,243/month (Anticipated starting salary $4,928/month-Step 1C)  
Job Type:   Salaried Full Time  
County:   Cook  
Number of Vacancies:   1 

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Human Resources Coordinator.  Under direction, this position will perform professional duties in the area of transactions administration and employee programs for assigned agency divisions.  The position will serve as a professional resource for assigned areas, applying extensive knowledge and expertise with personnel systems to answer questions, resolve conflicts, and research information.  This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is focused on ensuring that supportive personnel processes are fulfilled in an efficient, effective manner to provide the best possible service to agency employees.  DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program.  The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership and communication capabilities.  We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.

Minimum Qualifications

1.Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college

2.Requires one year of professional experience, preferably in human resources

Employment Conditions

1.Requires ability to pass a background check

2.Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to travel

About the Agency

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children.  Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families.  In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.  The Office of Employee Services works in a supportive capacity by managing human resources functions to enable front line workers to fulfill the Department’s mission of providing services for children and youth. 

Work Hours:  Monday - Friday 8:30 - 17:00