Director, Human Resources and Faculty Affairs - Department of Pediatrics

Director, Human Resources and Faculty Affairs - Department of Pediatrics

Hiring Department: Department of Pediatrics

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042491

Salary: $100,000 -$115,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary
Provide operational direction and management for the Human Resources and Faculty Affairs (HR/FA) functions and activities, within the College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics.

Duties & Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to the Department Head, Director of Administrative Operations, Associate Heads, Section Chiefs, and research program leadership on workforce strategy, organizational development, faculty affairs, and human resource management.

Direct all Human Resources and Faculty Affairs operations, including workforce planning, recruitment, position management, classification, compensation, onboarding, reappointments, employee relations, leaves of absence, performance management, and separations.

Interpret and apply university, college, hospital, and departmental policies, providing guidance to leadership on complex employment and faculty affairs matters.

Direct departmental Medical Staff activities, including physician credentialing, privileging, licensure, DEA registration, Medicare enrollment, professional practice evaluations, and ongoing compliance requirements. Ensure departmental compliance with Medical Staff bylaws, accreditation standards, and credentialing requirements supporting partnerships with UI Health and Cook County Health.

Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR and Faculty Affairs policies, procedures, workflows, and organizational processes.

Oversee employment authorization and immigration processes for international faculty, physicians, researchers, scholars, and trainees in collaboration with the Office of International Services. Provide guidance regarding visa sponsorship, employment eligibility, and immigration compliance.

Ensure the accurate and timely processing of HR and Faculty Affairs transactions and related personnel actions in compliance with institutional policies.

Lead the department's annual salary planning, reappointment, and compensation administration processes, ensuring alignment with institutional policies, market practices, and departmental strategic priorities.

Direct the preparation, analysis, and administration of annual and ad hoc salary planning documents, compensation recommendations, and offer letter addendums.

Partner with the Department Head (UEO) and Director of Administrative Operations (DAO) to develop, implement, and maintain faculty and physician compensation models, including the administration of variable compensation programs (Y, Z, and Extra Service).

Direct faculty appointment, promotion, and tenure, processes in partnership with departmental leadership and the Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure Committee.

Oversee required compliance programs, including Conflict of Commitment and Interest, Ethics, HIPAA, Title IX, Activity Reporting, mandatory training, and other regulatory requirements.

Represent the department on institutional committees, task forces, and cross-functional initiatives.

Supervise Human Resources and Faculty Affairs staff, establishing priorities, allocating workload, developing staff competencies, and conducting performance evaluations.

Lead and participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Administration, Business Administration, Health Care Administration, or closely related field.
• Seven (7) years of progressive HR work experience in an academic health system (patient care, education, and research).
• Experience managing and coaching teams, either directly or indirectly.
• Broad knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Ability to identify organizational business needs and drive continuous improvements.
• Excellent organization, administrative and project management skills to prioritize and resolve multiple tasks.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.