National Guard Employment Network
HR Manager/Sr HR Manager - Chicago, IL
National Guard Employment Network, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS
- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Are you ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact in a rapidly evolving workplace? We're seeking a motivated Human Resources Manager to be the strategic backbone of our HR team in our Chicago station. This is your opportunity to build a culture where employees can thrive and grow. You'll shape policies, champion development, and partner with our leaders to align HR strategies with business goals.
Bring your experience, insight, and passion to drive progressive HR practices, engage employees, and foster an inclusive environment. With a role that combines hands-on HR management and strategic influence, you'll play a vital part in creating an exceptional workplace experience.
As the Human Resources Manager, you will have a primary focus on employee relations, labor relations, performance management, talent management, and driving engagement and retention initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive Core HR Initiatives: Oversee the implementation of key HR functions, including employment, employee relations, labor relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, and workforce planning within one of DGF's largest operations.Collaborate for Strategic Impact: Partner with the Area HR Director to create forward-thinking HR solutions that align with our Area strategy and support our business goals.Trusted HR Advisor: Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to leaders at multiple levels, addressing both tactical and strategic HR issues to support business growth, transformation, and organizational capability-building.Ensure Policy Consistency: Promote fair and consistent application of company-wide employee and labor relations policies. Provide guidance to managers and employees to resolve employee relations matters effectively and professionally.Foster High-Performance Culture: Partner with the Area HR Director to craft and implement HR policies that drive high performance and talent retention, fostering a culture of excellence.Lead Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Manage staffing efforts for both exempt and non-exempt roles, supporting managers with sourcing, interviewing, offering, and onboarding top candidates.Drive Succession Planning: Lead succession planning initiatives, identifying talent gaps and development needs to mitigate risk and strengthen the leadership pipeline.Champion Leadership Development: Promote continuous leadership growth by identifying and delivering relevant training opportunities.Enhance Employee Engagement: Monitor and support programs that encourage active, engaged leadership and foster a positive employee experience.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Skills / Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Admin, or related fieldMinimum of 7-10 years in an HR Generalist role with experience in labor relations and employee relations in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of transportation, logistics industryStrong understanding of employment, employee relations, labor relations, compensation/salary administration, and the laws that govern these areasExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at all levelsStrategic thinker and strong problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentProficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)SPHR or PHR certification a plus
Benefits: (All non-union employees)
Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group's success as shareholders.Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS
- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Are you ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact in a rapidly evolving workplace? We're seeking a motivated Human Resources Manager to be the strategic backbone of our HR team in our Chicago station. This is your opportunity to build a culture where employees can thrive and grow. You'll shape policies, champion development, and partner with our leaders to align HR strategies with business goals.
Bring your experience, insight, and passion to drive progressive HR practices, engage employees, and foster an inclusive environment. With a role that combines hands-on HR management and strategic influence, you'll play a vital part in creating an exceptional workplace experience.
As the Human Resources Manager, you will have a primary focus on employee relations, labor relations, performance management, talent management, and driving engagement and retention initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive Core HR Initiatives: Oversee the implementation of key HR functions, including employment, employee relations, labor relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, and workforce planning within one of DGF's largest operations.Collaborate for Strategic Impact: Partner with the Area HR Director to create forward-thinking HR solutions that align with our Area strategy and support our business goals.Trusted HR Advisor: Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to leaders at multiple levels, addressing both tactical and strategic HR issues to support business growth, transformation, and organizational capability-building.Ensure Policy Consistency: Promote fair and consistent application of company-wide employee and labor relations policies. Provide guidance to managers and employees to resolve employee relations matters effectively and professionally.Foster High-Performance Culture: Partner with the Area HR Director to craft and implement HR policies that drive high performance and talent retention, fostering a culture of excellence.Lead Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Manage staffing efforts for both exempt and non-exempt roles, supporting managers with sourcing, interviewing, offering, and onboarding top candidates.Drive Succession Planning: Lead succession planning initiatives, identifying talent gaps and development needs to mitigate risk and strengthen the leadership pipeline.Champion Leadership Development: Promote continuous leadership growth by identifying and delivering relevant training opportunities.Enhance Employee Engagement: Monitor and support programs that encourage active, engaged leadership and foster a positive employee experience.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Skills / Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Admin, or related fieldMinimum of 7-10 years in an HR Generalist role with experience in labor relations and employee relations in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of transportation, logistics industryStrong understanding of employment, employee relations, labor relations, compensation/salary administration, and the laws that govern these areasExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at all levelsStrategic thinker and strong problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentProficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)SPHR or PHR certification a plus
Benefits: (All non-union employees)
Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group's success as shareholders.Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.