This role will play a critical part in oversight of talent acquisition, employee relations, talent management, benefits and the day-to-day HR operations, ensuring a positive employee experience and advancing the organization’s overall people strategy.
Human Resources Director Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals and mission
- Partner with executive leadership to support workforce planning and organizational development
- Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations, performance management, and people-related decisions
- Build and foster a culture rooted in equity, inclusion, and engagement
- Oversee full-cycle recruitment strategy and execution, in partnership with hiring managers and HR Generalist
- Ensure effective hiring processes that prioritize quality, efficiency, and diversity
- Develop employer branding and talent pipeline strategies
- Design and oversee onboarding programs to ensure a strong start and long-term employee success
- Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and overall experience
- Support performance management processes, including reviews and goal-setting
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and nonprofit regulations
- Oversee HR policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring they are current and consistently applied
- Manage audits, reporting, and risk mitigation strategies
- Manage benefits administration strategy and vendor relationships
- Streamline and improve HR processes for efficiency and scalability
- Directly manage, mentor, and develop the HR Generalist
- Delegate and prioritize work effectively while maintaining visibility into day-to-day HR operations
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing HR function
Human Resources Director Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership or management experience
- Strong background in talent acquisition, HR operations, and compliance
- Experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization preferred
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
Location: Downtown Chicago, Hybrid, 4 days on-site + 1 day remote
Employment type: Contract-To-Hire
Benefits: LaSalle Network Consultants are eligible for LaSalle Benefits including dental, vision, and medical.
If you are interested and available immediately for this opportunity, apply today!
Rachel Holmes
Principal, LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here
All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.