HR Specialist, Compliance

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is accepting applications for a HR Specialist, Compliance with Illinois Human Resources. This position supports HR-related compliance activities by supporting program implementation, responding to complex inquiries, and conducting compliance-related training. The incumbent ensures accurate records, consistent processes, and adherence to applicable laws and procedures.

Hybrid work options may be available for this position, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer HR-related compliance programs and policies.
  • Audit I-9 and E-Verify reports and follow up with units to ensure compliance with federal and campus requirements.
• Ensures adherence to HR policies and legal requirements through tracking, training, and internal reviews. Identifies areas of concern related to adherence to HR policies and legal requirements.
  • Serve as the campus lead and subject matter expert for federal form I-9 and E-Verify.
  • Update employee records related to work authorization reports from International Student and Scholar Services.
• Provide customer support and issue resolution for routine and complex inquiries.
  • Review and approve I-9 system application access requests.
  • Liaise with International Student and Scholar Services and campus units to support the completion of different US Citizenship and Immigration Services documents.
• Conduct training and development programs on compliance-related topics.
  • Develop and lead campuswide form I-9 and E-Verify trainings.
  • Solicit feedback from I-9 managers to create and update I-9 and E-Verify job aids.
• Participate in committees and projects of defined scope

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a field closely related to the position.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5020 - Human Resource Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The budgeted salary for this position is $58,000- $62,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.  

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.