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Under The President
Administrative Hearings
Auditor
Bureau of Administration
Bureau of Economic Development
Bureau of Finance
Bureau of Human Resources
Bureau of Technology
Facilities
Office of the President
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition is responsible for setting the strategy for the Talent Acquisition (TA) team by building a comprehensive TALENT ACQUISITION plan relative to the hiring and promoting of staff in offices under the jurisdiction of the Cook County Board President. This role will lead a team of full-cycle Talent Acquisition professionals to deliver top talent while ensuring an outstanding candidate and hiring manager experience. Performs other duties as assigned. This position is Actively Recruited.
Attention Applicants: Please be advised that the County's job titles are under review and may be subject to change. Changes to job titles listed in postings for County vacancies will not impact the posted salary range.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required document.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
• Knowledge of and experience with the principles and techniques OF HUMAN RESOURCES strategy and administration, including TALENT ACQUISITION and talent management, planning and staffing processes and industry-wide standards used to ensure a fair and equitable hiring approach.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment and labor laws; policies, rules, and regulations; procedures and practices; workplace issues related to equal employment opportunities (EEO) or other civil rights compliance matters.
• Display self-direction, motivation, and innovation; demonstrate the ability and desire to have a major impact by assessing current operations, leading large-scale projects, and implementing complex initiatives with ambitious goals and deadlines that improve the County's current and future hiring goals.
• Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization, including County Officials, Department Heads, Labor Officials, and other stakeholders, with professionalism, persuasiveness, and diplomacy; must effectively gain trust, build rapport, counsel, and assess complex situations with a very high level of accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion; display a strong work ethic with impeccable judgment and integrity.
• Ability to productively lead others in accomplishing work objectives.
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work: involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov
VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Benefits Package
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County's hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
Under The President
Administrative Hearings
Auditor
Bureau of Administration
Bureau of Economic Development
Bureau of Finance
Bureau of Human Resources
Bureau of Technology
Facilities
Office of the President
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition is responsible for setting the strategy for the Talent Acquisition (TA) team by building a comprehensive TALENT ACQUISITION plan relative to the hiring and promoting of staff in offices under the jurisdiction of the Cook County Board President. This role will lead a team of full-cycle Talent Acquisition professionals to deliver top talent while ensuring an outstanding candidate and hiring manager experience. Performs other duties as assigned. This position is Actively Recruited.
Attention Applicants: Please be advised that the County's job titles are under review and may be subject to change. Changes to job titles listed in postings for County vacancies will not impact the posted salary range.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required.
- Six (6) years of work experience performing duties in the field OF HUMAN RESOURCES recruiting and/or staffing is required.
- Four (4) years of previous management experience leading and developing a team of Talent Acquisition professionals is required.
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree.
- IPMA-CP or SCP, PHR/SPHR or other related HR certifications.
- Experience with an online application tracking system, preferably TALEO.
- Experience working in public sector.
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required document.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
• Knowledge of and experience with the principles and techniques OF HUMAN RESOURCES strategy and administration, including TALENT ACQUISITION and talent management, planning and staffing processes and industry-wide standards used to ensure a fair and equitable hiring approach.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment and labor laws; policies, rules, and regulations; procedures and practices; workplace issues related to equal employment opportunities (EEO) or other civil rights compliance matters.
• Display self-direction, motivation, and innovation; demonstrate the ability and desire to have a major impact by assessing current operations, leading large-scale projects, and implementing complex initiatives with ambitious goals and deadlines that improve the County's current and future hiring goals.
• Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization, including County Officials, Department Heads, Labor Officials, and other stakeholders, with professionalism, persuasiveness, and diplomacy; must effectively gain trust, build rapport, counsel, and assess complex situations with a very high level of accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion; display a strong work ethic with impeccable judgment and integrity.
• Ability to productively lead others in accomplishing work objectives.
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work: involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION "Are you a military veteran?"
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov
VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County's hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
