Manager of HR and Compliance

ORGANIZATION:

Chicago Collegiate Charter School

POSITION:

Manager of HR and Compliance

REPORTS TO:

CEO

LOCATION:

Chicago, IL

About Chicago Collegiate:

At Chicago Collegiate Charter School (CCCS), you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community that includes committed professionals, our students, their families, and the wider South Side of Chicago community. Each day is an opportunity for personal growth, encouraging a continuous journey of learning and self-improvement. You will play a pivotal role in a transformative educational experience as we work towards guiding our students through their college journey.

Chicago Collegiate has a remarkable track record when it comes to helping students access higher education. In our inaugural senior class in the spring of 2021, 100% of our graduates received admission offers from more than 200 universities, with a cumulative merit scholarship value exceeding $3.6 million. Currently, the Class of 2024 has accumulated 150 college acceptances and $11,407,740 in scholarships. Furthermore, every single 2024 graduate has already secured acceptance to at least one four-year university.

We are proud to be one of only three schools in Illinois that have been awarded a substantial $1.1 million grant to expand our enrollment. Our goal is to increase our student population by a minimum of 20%. Given the recent influx of families seeking asylum in Chicago, we are actively preparing our teachers to better support these students. The city is generously funding the certification of our educators to teach English as a second language (ELL). In addition, Chicago Collegiate has plans to relocate to a new facility in the school year 2024-2025 (SY 24-25).

Position Overview:  

The Manager of HR and Compliance is a multifaceted role that plays a critical part in ensuring the alignment of CCCS’s operations with compliance requirements and the successful execution of special projects in support of our mission. This person will have the opportunity to learn and grow by working directly under our CEO. This position is divided into three primary areas of responsibility: Human Resources, Compliance, and Special Projects. The Manager of HR and Compliance must embody the organization’s core values of Excellence, Integrity, Team and Family, Perseverance and Courage.

Job Responsibilities:Human Resources (50%)

• Lead employee relations strategies and initiatives covering well-being, compensation, performance management, succession planning, grievances, conflict resolution, and misconduct.

• Assess, recommend, and implement HR policies to support Chicago Collegiate's staff culture and principles.
• Monitor and analyze employee relations data to enhance HR systems, processes, and retention efforts.
• Conduct Employee Relations investigations, analyze facts, apply relevant laws, and present findings.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal employment laws, wage, and hour regulations.
• Collaborate with Legal and HR Partners to communicate and implement policies in compliance with local employment laws.

Compliance (25%)

• Work in partnership with school to ensure critical compliance obligations are met from every level - organizational, district, state and federal.
• Work closely with relevant stakeholders to address audit findings and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to compliance activities, including incident reports, investigations, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with school leadership, faculty, and staff to ensure that policies and practices align with legal and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with legal and educational experts to draft and revise institutional policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Foster relationships with external entities, such as accrediting bodies and government agencies, to facilitate compliance efforts.

Special Projects (25%)

• Convert new ideas into action; promote efficiency by assessing processes, determining gaps, and offering solutions; generate new ideas; serve as thought partner to leadership and strategic plan initiative owners.
• Support with meeting preparation and facilitation for key meetings including content creation, logistics, documentation, and follow up.
• Support with logistics planning and execution aligned to supporting our 2025 Strategic Plan (e.g., travel, conference attendance, school visits, partner meetings).
• Work with CEO to acquire and renovate new facilities, bring facilities up to code.

Candidate Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate should have a passionate belief in Chicago Collegiate's mission and an unwavering belief that all students, regardless of demographics, can achieve at the highest academic levels.
• A Bachelor's degree is a mandatory requirement for this position.
• Candidates should possess a minimum of 3 years of work experience, preferably in Human Resources and/or schools.
• It is essential for applicants to have a passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• Strong communication skills with individuals of varying backgrounds are a key asset for this role.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment is crucial, and candidates should be flexible, able to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed.
• A positive, high-energy attitude is highly valued, along with the ability to problem-solve and maintain a solutions-oriented approach.

Compensation:

Compensation for this role is $80,000. Benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

Commitment to Diversity:

Chicago Collegiate is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin and are an equal opportunity employer.