HR Manager (ERP Backfill - Temporary)

Loyola University Chicago

$89K — $101K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5-7 years of progressive HR experience.
  • Experience providing consultative HR support to academic departments.
  • Expertise in employee relations and performance management.
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • PHR/SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead HR initiatives in employee relations and performance management.
  • Manage investigations and performance improvement processes.
  • Provide guidance on conflict resolution and HR best practices.
  • Advise on organizational development and strategic initiatives.
  • Promote diversity and inclusion in recruitment practices.
  • Support HR strategies aligned with institutional goals.
  • Build relationships with faculty and staff for effective HR support.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.
  • Engagement in special HR projects and ERP initiatives.
  • Dynamic work environment during organizational transition.
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Details

Job Title
HR Manager

Position Number
8102868

Work Modality
Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?
Yes

Job Category
University Staff

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Exempt

Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name
HUMAN RESOURCES

Location Code
HUMAN RESOURCES (04600B)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No

Duties and Responsibilities

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and energetic Temporary HR Manager to join our team at Loyola University Chicago. Reporting to the Temporary HR Director, the HR Manager provides comprehensive Human Resources support to assigned academic and administrative units, with a focus on employee relations, change management, and talent acquisition.

This position is established to support Human Resources operations during the University's ERP implementation and is effective through July 1, 2027. The role is based on-site and serves as a key resource to managers and staff during this period of organizational transition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy
  • Provide consultative HR leadership in the areas of employee relations, organizational effectiveness, change management, performance management, and workforce planning.
  • Manage employee relations matters directly, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement processes.
  • Provide guidance to managers and HR staff on conflict resolution, coaching, and problem-solving strategies.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on federal and state employment laws and University policies.
  • Collaborate with HR leadership on organizational development and strategic initiatives.
  • Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through inclusive recruitment and employment practices.
  • Support the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with institutional objectives.
  • Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Anticipate workforce challenges and advise leadership accordingly.
  • Lead and participate in special HR projects and ERP-related initiatives, as needed.


Staff Support and Coordination
  • Provide functional guidance and support to HR Generalists, Specialists, and student workers, as assigned.
  • Support professional development through mentoring, training, and performance feedback.
  • Assist in establishing clear expectations and accountability standards.
  • Coordinate workflow and priorities in collaboration with HR leadership.
  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.


Client and Stakeholder Relations
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators.
  • Serve as a trusted HR advisor to assigned departments.
  • Assess stakeholder needs and provide responsive, strategic HR support.
  • Gather and analyze feedback on HR services and recommend improvements.
  • Utilize HR data and analytics to support departmental decision-making.


Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
  • Demonstrated experience providing consultative HR support to academic and administrative departments.
  • Proven expertise in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
  • Experience supporting talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and university employment laws and regulations.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong service orientation and proven relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, complex environment while managing confidential information with discretion.
  • Experience in higher education, nonprofit, and/or unionized environments preferred.
  • PHR/SPHR certification preferred but not required.
  • Ability to serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.


Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Professional Human Resources certifications (PHR/SPHR) are preferred.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in HR information systems and applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin), enterprise systems related to ERP platforms, and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with data reporting tools, collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom), and HR analytics systems is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Yes

Required operation of university owned vehicles
No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Physical Demands
None

Working Conditions
None

Open Date
03/06/2026

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
$101,892/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
$89,042/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34786

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