Chapman and Cutler LLP is seeking a motivated Human Resources Project Coordinator to join the Human Resources Department in the Chicago office. The Human Resources Project Coordinator provides strategic coordination and project management related administration of firmwide tasks and initiatives within the HR cabinet of functional responsibilities (Onboarding, Performance Management, Compensation, HRIS, Benefits and Wellness, Engagement and Retention, Training, Compliance and Risk Management) while supporting day-to-day operations in addition to seasonal and annual HR and Benefits and Wellness related projects and initiatives.
Responsibilities
The day-to-day responsibilities of the Human Resources Project Coordinator will include :
Human Resources Systems
- HRIS
- Coordinates internal / external project teams, stakeholders, working subgroups, vendors, and tasks aligned with the HRIS sourcing and selection initiative
- Provides support and assists with pre- and post-implementation roll-out tasks and workflow and module set-ups (Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Time and Attendance, Professional Development and Training, Performance Management and Total Rewards) within the employee life cycle
- Performance Evaluation Software - viDesktop
- Manages system configuration (coding, branching evaluation questions, linking manager / employee solicitations, and updating end user access)
- Responds to end user inquiries and requests
- Proactively mitigates potential data integrity issues or process workflow deviations through report development and auditing
- Handles system updates, testing, training, maintenance, documentation, and communication
Annual Performance Evaluation Process
Designs and distributes evaluation templates, updates and circulates timelines and historical compensation data and metricsWorks with Chiefs, Directors, Managers and Supervisors to determine training needs for staffCompiles data and analyzes past and current year goals and training requirementsCoordinates and tracks training programs and utilization to support employee engagement and developmentAssists with benchmarking and salary grading of staff positionsHuman Resources Business Continuity
Assists in evolving and digitizing HR and Benefits processes and forms, drives and manages HR file conversion projects - converting legacy forms and information to electronic shareable data housed with appropriate security permissionsStreamlines and digitizes onboarding materials and personnel status change workflows and formsUpdates HR Intranet Site (THEO page) - communications and updates of HR processes and programs, benefits and wellness resources and information, policies and related updates, vendor information and HR templatesMaintains and updates HR DMS filesAssists in the preparation and coordination of COVID-19 pandemic related policies and controls including maintenance of the firm's mobile attestation app and complianceAssists with managing return-to-work initiatives, tasks and communications; coordinates identified strategy and execution of policies and plans related to office use and safety procedures (including accommodations and access)Compliance
Ensures firmwide compliance in accordance with federal, state, and local employment requirements, e.g., FLSA, Title VII, Form I-9 and e-Verify, and affirmative action programsCoordinates information gathering, submission and completion of internal and external data requests and surveys / auditsIn addition, the Human Resources Project Coordinator aids in developing and maintaining HR departmental best practices and assists with managing revisions and updates to handbooks / manuals and orientation materials while performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree (preferred) or an Associate's Degree. The ideal candidate will have at least three (3) years of prior experience in HR, preferably in a professional environment; preference given to those with prior law firm experience.
Proficiency working with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint is requiredExcellent communication skills requiredSuperior organizational and proofreading skills; detail orientedStrong analytical skills, able to draw conclusions from data, assess implications and make recommendationsWorks well under pressure and has excellent problem-solving skillsCommitted to client service; professional demeanor and discretion requiredMust have the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlinesPlease submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants will be considered; however, the hiring decision will be made based on qualifications for the position.
Chapman and Cutler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V / SO.
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