Salary: $77,494.00 - $98,946.00 Annually
Location : Champaign, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00192 - 9.2026
Department: Administration
Opening Date: 08/31/2026

Description
Under the general supervision of the Library Director, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources operations within the Library. This role ensures compliance with employment laws and policies, supports a positive workplace culture, and provides strategic guidance on staffing, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development; serves as a member of the library's management team.

Schedule is Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm with flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed.

Open until filled, with first review of applicants starting Tuesday, September 14, 2026.
Examples of Duties

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee exit processes
• Lead and manage hiring processes, ensuring fair, consistent, and inclusive practices
• Serve as a resource for staff and management on HR-related matters

• Promote a respectful and inclusive work environment
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Lead or support special projects related to workforce planning and employee engagement
• Oversee documentation and recordkeeping for personnel files
• Serve on the Benefits Advisory Committee and collaborate with the City of Champaign Human Resources Department to administer benefits programs and coordinate annual open enrollment.
• Support performance evaluation processes and professional development initiatives

• Lead employee centralized online training program, Staff Development Day, and other learning opportunities
• Provide coaching and support to supervisors and staff
• Performs back up functions to Accounting and other Administrative functions
• Collaborate with Administration on compensation planning and analysis
• Participates in departmental and library-wide training and activities, including technology and safety training
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Proficiency in Human Resources software systems-Tyler MUNIS and Stratustime preferred-along with time-keeping applications, reporting tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to apply initiative and exercise good judgement

• Proven leadership qualities that foster teamwork, effective communication, and high morale
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to supervise the work of others
• Ability to issue guidance and ensure compliance with the Library's Staff Handbook and policies
• Ability to interact harmoniously and communicate well with staff
• Ability to maintain reliable schedule and regular attendance
• Good vision and hearing to effectively engage with employees
• Manual dexterity to operate computer and phone equipment
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving history, and personal automobile for job-related transportation
• Satisfactory pre-employment background check

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required)
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR certification (required)

• Experience working in a library, educational, or municipal environment (preferred)
• Experience working with collective bargaining and labor relations (required)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a public or nonprofit setting
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Knowledge of Spanish and/or French is helpful
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Vacation Leave Accrual

• 4.3846 hours per bi-weekly pay period for the 1st year (114 hours, or three 38-hour weeks)
• 5.8462 hours per bi-weekly pay period for the 2nd through 7th years (152 hours, or four 38-hour weeks)
• 7.3077 hours per bi-weekly pay period for the 8th and succeeding years (190 hours, or five 38-hour weeks)

Sick Leave

• 98.8 hours per year, accruing at 3.8 hours per pay period.

Sick Leave can be used as soon as accrued, according to the guidelines in the Staff Handbook.

Holidays
The Library is closed on the following nine (9) days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day. With the exception of Easter Sunday, all of these days are paid holidays. The Library will remain open for Juneteenth and staff members will receive a floating holiday.

Health Insurance
Health insurance is available for the employee, with 100% less a small cost share paid by employee of the premium paid by the Library. Dependent coverage is available; the Library pays 50% of the premium, and the employee pays the remainder. If selected, health insurance benefits are effective on the first day of employment. Open enrollment for health insurance is typically in February with a March 1 effective date.

Dental & Vision Insurance
Dental insurance and Vision insurance plans are available, with the employee responsible for the entire monthly premium. Details can be provided upon request. Please note dental coverage starts on the first of the month after 30 days of service. For example: If your start date is July 21, your coverage will start August 1. Open enrollment for Vision & Dental insurance is typically in December with a January 1 effective date.

Life Insurance
The Library pays for $12,000 of coverage. Optional Supplemental Life for employee and dependents is available; details are available from the Business Office.

Employee Assistance Program
The Library provides a confidential Employee Assistance Program. The cost of this service is paid entirely by the Library. Employees or their family members may arrange for counseling sessions on any area of concern, personal or professional.

Retirement
Library employees participate in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) a defined benefit pension plan.
Employees contribute 4.5% of salary tax deferred, and are vested in the plan after ten years. The Library
provides an employer contribution that is calculated annually.

Deferred Compensation Plans
Library employees are offered the opportunity to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement plan.

Flexible Spending
Employees may choose to set aside pre-tax payroll dollars to pay for annual allowable medical, child care,
and adoption expenses.
Details about the plans will be provided to new employees during their orientation.
01

This position requires regular and timely attendance. Are you able to reliably report to work as scheduled?

• Yes
• No

02

Which option best describes your highest completed education related to Human Resources, business administration, public administration, organizational leadership, or a closely related field?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some college or relevant professional coursework
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher
• Degree in another field with substantial HR experience

03

The schedule for this position is as follows:-Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm with flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed.Are you available to work the above schedule?

• Yes
• No

04

Which professional HR certification do you currently hold?

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
• Another recognized HR certification
• Certification is in progress
• No current HR certification

05

Which option best describes your experience working in a unionized environment?

• No experience
• General exposure to union policies or contracts
• Experience administering a collective bargaining agreement
• Experience handling grievances or labor-management matters
• Experience leading bargaining, grievance resolution, and contract administration

06

Please describe the breadth of your Human Resources experience. Which HR functions have you supported or led, and how has that experience prepared you for this role? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
07

Please share an example of a hiring initiative or process improvement you implemented. What measurable impact did it have on recruitment, time-to-fill, candidate quality, or employee retention? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
08

Please describe your experience using human resources information systems and related software, including if you have experience with Enterprise ERP Software (Tyler Technologies). How have you used these tools to support HR functions such as employee records, payroll, recruitment, onboarding, reporting, workflow improvement, or employee self-service? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
09

Please describe your experience designing, implementing, or overseeing employee onboarding and training programs. What methods have you used to prepare new employees for long-term success? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
10

How many years of professional management or supervisory experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-5 years
• 6-9 years
• 10 or more years

11

What is your level of experience with personnel and benefits administration?

• 1 year of experience
• 2-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience
• None

12

Please tell us more about your experience with personnel and benefits administration.
13

Please indicate how many years of experience you have providing excellent customer service.

• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years
• None

14

What does excellent internal customer service look like in Human Resources, and how have you demonstrated that throughout your career? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
15

I understand that I am required to submit with this application the names and contact information of three professional references. If you have not included this information in your application profile, please return to your application and complete this requirement.

• I have included the names of three references in my application

Required Question